Frame Size for Parker DHE

[David Long]

I am looking at a DHE serial 221368. I dont think it is in the book, I will be picking it up in about a week. I looked at it today, and on the barrel lump, it has a 1 and then what looks like a small 1/2. This gun I think was made in the 20's. Would this be correct? So, is the 1 1/2 frame very rare?
Thanks

[Paul Ehlers]

So, is the 1 1/2 frame very rare?

The answer to your question is the 1 1/2 frame is a fairly common 12ga frame size.

[Dean Romig]

I think Parker Bros. initiated the 1 1/2 frame size right around the turn of the century or very shortly thereafter. I had a 1903 GH with a 1 1/2 frame size.

[Frank Cronin]

Maybe earlier? My GH is a 1 1/2 frame made in 1895.

[Dean Romig]

You're obviously right. I'll have to consult The Parker Story to see when the 1 1/2 frame size was introduced.

[Dean Romig]

I've just finished reading about frame sizes (again) beginning on page 527 and TPS confirms that the 1 1/2 frame was introduced around 1900 but that.... now get this.... a DH made in 1898 is known to have been built on the 1 1/2 frame.

Frank, you may well have the earliest known 1 1/2 frame Parker hammerless.
The markings on the barrel flats should be consistent with the era as well as the complete rib legend to confirm this.

[Mike Shepherd]

There is a 1-1/2 frame gun advertised on Gunbroker that has 82628 serial which would also be an 1895 gun. I am not connected to the gun or seller and have no interest in buying the gun.

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=227534636

Best,

Mike

[Frank Cronin]

The markings on the barrel flats should be consistent with the era as well as the complete rib legend to confirm this.

Dean, here are the photos. Serial # 82003. I'll be bringing it to Addieville in May.

[scott kittredge]

i had a GH S/N 82823 with a 1 1/2 frame. scott

[Dean Romig]

Frank, there's no question those barrels are 'the real deal'.
I'm looking forward to seeing your GH at Addieville.

[Dean Romig]

David, please show pictures of your DHE when you get it.

[David Long]

Will Do