David Noble
09-28-2013, 12:31 PM
Well, I finally bought my first Parker VH 410! It was lot #41 in the Amoskeag auction today.
It's got incorrect case colors for the period, but that can be remedied.
I've included the description and a picture from the auction.
I think I got it for a fair price. It conforms to the serialization book on the configuration except for the 3" chambers. I can't wait to get it. :)
"Description: serial #234884, 410 bore (3") on 000 frame, 26" matted rib barrels choked modified in the right and improved cylinder in the left with bright excellent bores. The barrels and triggerguard retain 99% of a quality restored blue and the frame including the top lever exhibits 99% vivid restored case colors showing some very fine oxidation specks under the top lever. The barrel flats are neatly marked "3" shells" likely done by the restorer. The round knob pistolgrip stock rates very good to excellent displaying some sparse tiny dings and having a crack in the top right side against the frame and a hairline crack behind the top tang over a smooth low sheen rubbed finish. The splinter forearm rates excellent as refinished and the decorative tip, lever release, and base metal all exhibit 99% restored case colors; both it and the grip have crisp checkering. There is a gold monogram shield inlaid into the toeline of the stock and a "dog's head" buttplate is fitted providing a length of 14 1/4" with drops of 1 5/8" at the comb and 2 3/4" at the heel. The gun is equipped with double triggers, extractors, and automatic safety. Being built on a 000 frame the water table has the cutouts for weight reduction as witnessed by its 5 lb. 9 oz. weight. This petite Parker was built in 1930 and shows its pedigree with its quality restoration."
It's got incorrect case colors for the period, but that can be remedied.
I've included the description and a picture from the auction.
I think I got it for a fair price. It conforms to the serialization book on the configuration except for the 3" chambers. I can't wait to get it. :)
"Description: serial #234884, 410 bore (3") on 000 frame, 26" matted rib barrels choked modified in the right and improved cylinder in the left with bright excellent bores. The barrels and triggerguard retain 99% of a quality restored blue and the frame including the top lever exhibits 99% vivid restored case colors showing some very fine oxidation specks under the top lever. The barrel flats are neatly marked "3" shells" likely done by the restorer. The round knob pistolgrip stock rates very good to excellent displaying some sparse tiny dings and having a crack in the top right side against the frame and a hairline crack behind the top tang over a smooth low sheen rubbed finish. The splinter forearm rates excellent as refinished and the decorative tip, lever release, and base metal all exhibit 99% restored case colors; both it and the grip have crisp checkering. There is a gold monogram shield inlaid into the toeline of the stock and a "dog's head" buttplate is fitted providing a length of 14 1/4" with drops of 1 5/8" at the comb and 2 3/4" at the heel. The gun is equipped with double triggers, extractors, and automatic safety. Being built on a 000 frame the water table has the cutouts for weight reduction as witnessed by its 5 lb. 9 oz. weight. This petite Parker was built in 1930 and shows its pedigree with its quality restoration."