1887 Parker Bros Hammer
On a recent trip to Alaska, I stopped into a gun shop that had a side room dedicated to older firearms on consignment. A 10-gauge immediately caught my attention — exposed hammers, clean lines, and a brass stock shield for initials. The price was modest, and the condition looked excellent, so I brought it home.
After a closer look, I realized it was manufactured in 1887, which surprised me because at first glance it could easily pass for a mid-20th century gun. The overall condition is still very sharp for its age.
I’ve attached photos for reference. I’d love to hear from anyone familiar with this model — do I have something fairly ordinary here, or could it be considered a more special/collectible example? Any insights would be greatly appreciated.
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