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Originally Posted by Austin W Hogan (Post 21572)

Mark has indicated that many PHPS guns show as PHPT, but sometimes have a "black barrel " note.

Best, Austin

Austin, do you and Mark take that to mean those guns with that note have twist barrels that were rust blued?

I have a PH 12 with 30" twist barrels, DT No 2 frame, 12.5% tool steel bolt design, PGCA lettered to 1902- but with orginal length stock to DHBP, PG- good modern dims for me (surprising as many 1900 era field Parkers had a lot of drop- older shooting style)-- I had Brad check out the barrels, use either 2.5 RST or light 2.75 AA loads- patterns show about full right barrel and imp. mod left- and they pattern a tad high-

I like it- have dropped many barn pigeons and pest birdies with it since I bought it in March this year- But as I have 4 other 12 side-by-sides with that barrel length- well- but after I shot 16 yd. trap (wanted to try wobblers too) at Lapeer- it's a "Keeper" as I can see the going away clay over the muzzles and bust it into pieces- almost automatically-

So- next year, now that I have been to my first ever "Yooper" and am hooked for life on that event- I'll use it for the pigeon ring and balloon busting derby-

Why would anyone re-blue Twist or Damascus pattern barrels anyway?:whistle:

I would like to thank everyone for their time and info provided,it's very much appreciated.It should help in selling this fine old shotgun,thanks again.
Perry

Wonder if he got any "pm's" on this gun......

Hi Eric to answer your question,no i did not get any pm's on the shotgun.
Perry

parker ph #202201

I just recently bought this gun. I pick it up Monday at my FFL dealer. I will find someone one to see if I should get stock replaced. I love the gun Its my first parker.

Congratulations Brian! I wondered why the older thread was resurrected - and frankly, can't find a better reason. I noted Austin replied years ago...

I miss him.

Keep us posted, OK?

John D.

I was wondering if Austin made it back..........

parker ph #202201

Wow thanks John and Bill for your reply. Not sure who Austin is but it sounds like he is a good guy. could anyone of you guys tell me where or who I should have look at my parker PH to decide abount stock and butt plate replacement? I relly love the gun and want to do the right thing for it. I live in New Jersey. Thanks for any response. Brian

Less is more on restoration. Renew the thread to get more advice. I don't think the stock needs to be replaced. It is wonderful in its present condition.