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Dean Romig 03-12-2026 04:25 PM
The bolt plate is pinned but I can’t see if it’s the 1910 patented stepped type of plate.





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Bill Burwash 03-12-2026 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Dean Romig (Post 445885)
The bolt plate is pinned but I can’t see if it’s the 1910 patented stepped type of plate.





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I'll prevail once again to Frank to post a pic.
Guess I need a new computer.

Frank Good 03-12-2026 08:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill Burwash (Post 445900)
I'll prevail once again to Frank to post a pic.
Guess I need a new computer.
I think the issue Bill is the site recognizes Model 21 collectors are not so refined of gentleman shooters as Parker shooters is and trying to keep you at bay...:rotf:

Here you go buddy...

Dean Romig 03-12-2026 10:08 PM
Thanks Frank for the clear picture of the 1910 stepped replaceable bolt plate.





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Dave Noreen 03-12-2026 10:29 PM
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A Grade 5 gun was nice enough gun to have a lot of factory work done to modernize it for an owner's use. One of the most notable was 84040 one of the first, if not the first hammerless Grade 5 20-gauges. Originally a Quality BH with Damascus barrels that spent time at expositions in the 1890s and finally sold in 1898. In 1937 it went to Remington and got new steel barrels, automatic ejectors and a single selective trigger.

Bill Burwash 03-13-2026 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Frank Good (Post 445916)
I think the issue Bill is the site recognizes Model 21 collectors are not so refined of gentleman shooters as Parker shooters is and trying to keep you at bay...:rotf:

Here you go buddy...
Yes, I have to admit to being a Model 21 collector. But, I have seen the light and now have a very nice Parker. And the Parker community comprising this web site have been extremely accommodating. Very rewarding.

Bill Burwash 03-13-2026 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Dave Noreen (Post 445923)
A Grade 5 gun was nice enough gun to have a lot of factory work done to modernize it for an owner's use. One of the most notable was 84040 one of the first, if not the first hammerless Grade 5 20-gauges. Originally a Quality BH with Damascus barrels that spent time at expositions in the 1890s and finally sold in 1898. In 1937 it went to Remington and got new steel barrels, automatic ejectors and a single selective trigger.
Very nice BHE especially being a 20 gauge. Great that it was sent back to the factory and got modernized. Mine too was sent back to the factory for re-barreling---wish they had added a single trigger, beavertail forend and a vent rib.

Bill Burwash 03-13-2026 12:52 PM
We have established that my BHE was re-barreled by the factory about 1919 or afterwards. Is it reasonable to assume that it was re-barreled before the Remington purchase in 1934?

Josh Loewensteiner 03-13-2026 03:33 PM
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On the subject of interesting B Grades, had this 34” sweetheart walk in to the office this week….

Dean Romig 03-13-2026 03:39 PM
HOLY (Expletive Deleted)!! What a beauty!!






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keavin nelson 03-13-2026 04:20 PM
My oh My!!!! A stunning example, be still my heart!

Bill Burwash 03-13-2026 04:38 PM
There are some really nice B grades being shown on this thread.

Garry L Gordon 03-13-2026 04:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill Burwash (Post 445971)
There are some really nice B grades being shown on this thread.
B grades rule…in my not nearly humble enough opinion.

Frank Good 03-13-2026 09:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill Burwash (Post 445954)
Yes, I have to admit to being a Model 21 collector. But, I have seen the light and now have a very nice Parker. And the Parker community comprising this web site have been extremely accommodating. Very rewarding.
I sadly have to admit I no longer own a Parker. I only had the one, a 1911 VH 12ga 30" F/F but I had the choice to keep it or move it and a pair of graded Lefevers to fund a 1928 NID4E 16 ga 2bbl set. I just HAD TO HAVE the NID as a mate to my 1927 NID4E 12ga 2bbl set so the others were moved to make way for the new addition. My heart has really been set on a 20ga Parker anyways and I have enough 12ga's of other makes that the 12ga Parker could move along without breaking my heart too badly and as you are aware Bill and I'm sure a few others are as well graded Ithacas are much easier to attain financially when you are a blue collar worker, especially in Canada where the market is ultra soft and often bargains can be had compared with values in the lower 48. Admittedly these Ithacas fit me extremely well too and I shoot them better than I did my VH Parker and I really like to hunt these guns.

Rich Anderson 03-14-2026 10:05 AM
I had a BHE live bird gun with floral engraving it had 30 inch Damascus barrels and a Monte Carlo stock. It shot so high it was hard to shoot sporting clays with it as I had to float the bird. It was awesome at trap however.

I have a 32 inch BHE 20 with floral engraving, straight grip, splinter forearm

Daryl Corona 03-14-2026 10:12 AM
No need to apologize Frank. You can easily find another Parker but those 4E's are gorgeous.

Bill Burwash 03-14-2026 05:28 PM
What was the standard trigger finish for my 1905 BHE? I presume gold would be an option?

todd allen 03-14-2026 07:42 PM
I think Titanic barrels are correct on a 1905 B Grade.
BTW, there should be a rule that anyone who owns a B Grade, or above Parker needs to be a PGCA member.
:)

Garry L Gordon 03-16-2026 01:41 PM
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Came across this BHE floor plate engraving. Again, ya gotta love the B grade.

Dean Romig 03-16-2026 01:46 PM
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I love those Wood Ducks engraved!

The engraver even detailed the black & white flank feathers.

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Craig Larter 03-16-2026 01:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Garry L Gordon (Post 446224)
Came across this BHE floor plate engraving. Again, ya gotta love the B grade.
I should own that gun LOL!

Garry L Gordon 03-16-2026 03:31 PM
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A few more BH grades:

(From the top: An early 12, a very late Damascus 16, and a 1904 20 gauge)

Bill Burwash 03-16-2026 03:52 PM
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Originally Posted by todd allen (Post 446081)
I think Titanic barrels are correct on a 1905 B Grade.
BTW, there should be a rule that anyone who owns a B Grade, or above Parker needs to be a PGCA member.
:)
Thanks to your hint, I am now your newest member.
Bill

Craig Larter 03-16-2026 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Garry L Gordon (Post 446234)
A few more BH grades:

(From the top: An early 12, a very late Damascus 16, and a 1904 20 gauge)
Garry-VERY VERY NICE!!!:bowdown:

Stan Hoover 03-16-2026 03:58 PM
Very nice BH Grades there Garry,

If you ever need to move the 20 along, please let me know. I love the Fine Damascus pattern there.

Garry L Gordon 03-16-2026 04:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill Burwash (Post 446236)
Thanks to your hint, I am now your newest member.
Bill
Good for you, Bill! Welcome.

Dean Romig 03-16-2026 04:07 PM
Very nice B’s Garry!!

Are those Damascus barrels DD stamped?




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Garry L Gordon 03-16-2026 04:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Dean Romig (Post 446241)
Very nice B’s Garry!!

Are those Damascus barrels DD stamped?




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Gosh, Dean, I'm not sure. I've been sorting photos (a foul weather chore to bide my time). The guns are packed in the safe. When I do my Spring wipe down, I'll check. The 16 gauge, as I mentioned, is a very late gun -- 1924 if I recall correctly. I imagine it was a special request (it was given to a NY banker according to the order letter I have). The pattern on it is not as fine as on the 20 gauge, but beautiful nonetheless.

William Woods 03-24-2026 12:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Tom Kidd (Post 445754)
5 lbs - 7 oz
January, 1916
2 5/8" chambers x Imp and Mod x 26" (matches letter)
No mention of scroll engraving in letter
Old research that came with gun states: "only 4 made in this configuration" ??
Excellent in as used and well cared for condition
Had restocked, with a blank that I found down at the old Fox factory, to more friendly dimensions of good old American Std 1 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 14 1/4 x 2 1/2" down pitch with spured BP(exc original stock with skel butt and gold grip cap in secure storage) Photos are of its getting one of many rubbed oil finishes. Sorry no current photos of finished gun and it is currently, down in safe and the old man is just thinking of venturing to the john on his new hip without the walker.

Now weighs 5 lbs - 5 oz and has become one of those 'no think' pointing sticks.
Only problem is: getting too old at 86 in April to do it justice.
But, I am still in the game with my (Wounded Warrior) track wheelchair.

Qualifies for W.O. Odem's; "Ain't no Flies on Dat Summa Bitch"

Enjoy!!
What a beautiful gun.


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