New member with new to me Parker

[MuckLand]

Hello All. I have inherited what I believe was my grandfather's Parker Bros in 16 gauge. Based on what I have found so far I believe it was built in 1928. I think the barrels have been cut down as they measure 26 7/16 inches and the checkering goes right to the end of the barrels. I am an avid upland bird hunter so I am hoping I can take this afield once I get it inspected. Let me know what you think and any advice is much appreciated.

[B. Dudley]

Trojan grade. Yes, the barrels were cut. Likely from 28”

[J. A. EARLY]

Maybe some choke left. Would make an excellent bird gun for close shooting. Probably why it was cut. Old timers never had chokes opened if there was a hacksaw around.

[John Davis]

No front bead sight? My kind of gun.

I bet she’s bagged a thousand birds.

[MuckLand]

Originally Posted by John Davis

No front bead sight? My kind of gun.

I bet she’s bagged a thousand birds.

Certainly looks like it has seen the grouse woods! I am hoping to take it back out this fall.

[MuckLand]

Originally Posted by John Davis

No front bead sight? My kind of gun.

I bet she’s bagged a thousand birds.

Getting a new bead put on her. Can't wait to get it out this fall

[Drew Hause]

Mike: please ask the gunsmith to measure the choke and chamber length. As said, there is likely still muzzle constriction despite the cut barrels.
The original chambers were likely slightly shorter than the 16g standard of that period of 2 9/16".

[Dean Romig]

It’s a Trojan - It’ll be a great shooter!

Yes, it looks like it’s seen the grouse woods… and wet conditions too, judging by the rust pitting on the breech balls.



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[MuckLand]

Drew
As a new owner and new to Parkers I appreciate the information.

[Pa SxS]

Just to be clear, you are not a "Member". You are a "Forum Associate" Big difference.