1901 VH Monte Carlo In Hand:

[Bruce P Bruner]

The Parker VH with the Monte Carlo stock has arrived at it's new home. I'm pleased enough with the purchase, all things considered. I like the fact that the gun was ordered with 2-3/4" chambers and Special Ordered with the MC butt-stock. I lightly cleaned the muzzle with 0000 steel wool wetted with Hoppes & oil to reveal in fact that barrels are touching. The 30" bores are very nice with no concerns. The butt-stock was cut through the widows peak (Ouch!) to accommodate the added Hawkins pad. allowing a 14-1/2" length of pull . It wasn't a deal breaker, I had already considered the probability. There are + stamps on the barrel flats, one on each side of the lug. I photographed the barrel flats and maybe someone knows the significance, if any. The shotgun has nice blue remaining and locks up tight. The front sight turns freely and removal will be easy, locating a proper replacement probably won't be. Though it wasn't a "Home Run" purchase it will be appreciated and be added to the "Shooter Stable". Some photos: