Parker from my dad

[NathanOlmstead]

My dad gave me a Parker that he has had for years and recently had a friend clean up for him. From what I can tell it seems to be in good shape. From what I have found it seems to be a Parker VH made in 1902. If anyone has any other insights on it from the pictures below I would appreciate it.

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[Rick Losey]

if i read the serial number correctly -113432

it should be a 30" barreled 16 gauge - a nice combination

[Dave Noreen]

From the screw holes in the rib, it may have had one of these

67651

on it at some point in time.

[NathanOlmstead]

correct on the serial number and length. Sorry, I should have specified that in my post!

[NathanOlmstead]

yeah I assumed it must have had some sort of scope on their at some point. The screws and holes for mounting certainly do not appear to be original.

[Ed Blake]

I have a GH that had its rib drilled for one of those trifling sight contraptions. I sent the barrels to an engraver who made and engraved little screws to fill the holes. It actually looks pretty nice.

[Randy G Roberts]

Nathan that's a dandy combination, a 16 gauge with 30" tubes. If it was on an O frame I would try to buy it from you. Been looking for one,unsuccessfully so far. Before you shoot this one you should have the chambers measured. Most likely they are 2.5". If so shooting 2.75" ammo in it will create some increased pressures you can avoid with the proper ammo not to mention the additional thump it will give your shoulder.

[NathanOlmstead]

Appreciate the suggestion! I will definitely do that before shooting it.

[Bill Murphy]

So, Ed, who is the engraver who tidied up your holes? My search for such a person has come up expensive.

[Brian Dudley]

You get what you pay for.

[CraigThompson]

I had a VH 30" 16 with a straight grip stock years back I wish I had back now . Got it from a gentleman that's no longer of this earth from the Warrenton VA area , Jerry Amos . He and my pop worked at the same place .

[Ed Blake]

Thierry Dujay in Charlottesville. $60.

[NathanOlmstead]

Thanks Ed! I might have to reach out and look at getting that done with mine. Appreciate the info.

[Bill Murphy]

Thanks, Ed. I'll try Thierry. Craig, I remember Jerry Amos from the gun shows at George Mason University. I was an exhibitor there for years until the fatal snowstorm. You know you're in a blizzard when a gun dealer offers you serious cash for your Blazer, just so he can get his guns home.

[Ed Blake]

You guys are welcome. I have his contact info, which I assume is still current.