Hello

[Mike Franzen]

Welcome to the forum Jeff. When you post more info and pics here you will get a better idea if you should open up the chokes. Some Parker’s have value just from being totally original and it would affect their value by making alterations. Some guns have had many changes and alterations over the years and have little or no collector value. Altering chokes on these probably won’t affect their value. Personally, I look at a Parker and say if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. With choke, you can overcome the restriction to some degree with spreader loads. I’m sure you will also hear horror stories about damage done when altering a gun. Since it’s your first Parker continue doing what you are doing - ask questions here of true experts and grow your knowledge. I had that same initial passion as you for Parker’s and it has since grown into a lifelong love and devotion to the guns. Unless you destroy the gun somehow it’s only going to be in your possession for a relatively short period of time. Most PGCA members have the attitude of “Caretaker “ and try to maintain the gun for future owners. If you received a nice condition gun that really got you excited it was because some people in the past thought and felt like we do. Congratulations on your first Parker!