Hey guys, I just wanted to post some info and pics of my two Parkers, so I can get some feedback about them and also figure out possible value. Any idea on condition?
Parker Brothers 12 gauge, frame size 2, weight = 4, and Kf mark. Both barrel chambers measure 0.812in. The depth to the powder ring in the chambers is 2 1/2in. The choke on the right barrel is 0.740 horizontal and 0.715 vertical (not perfectly round). The choke on the left barrel is 0.735 horizontal, 0.715 vertical. Chokes are ??? Barrel lengths are 24 5/8in.
It has the Parker Brothers and hunting dog buttplate and a plain gold shield on the lower stock. Its serial number is 93289, dating it 1899.
Something inside causes spring resistance when you open the action and it doesn't set the firing pins/triggers. The triggers fall into a fired position if you flip the safety off, but the pins don't drop. I will look into having it repaired. It's condition is the rougher of the two Parkers I have. I'll let the following pictures speak for themselves. I'll put up more after this. In the second picture, the 12 is at the top:
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My 1899 Parker 12 gauge
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