You've got some interesting history for that gun. Thanks for following up and sharing the research letter's info.

How did the barrels check out? Are they safe and, if so, are you shooting the gun?

Would like to say welcome and very pretty shooter! Most of mine aren't that pretty, but they are all original. I usually look at the bores, and look for an unaltered tight action. Make sure your barrels are on face. Then I check the wood for cracks. If all looks to be sound, then I shoot em! You should consider the next step, and join the PGCA. Lots of camaraderie, and people ready to help with all or any questions you have. It's a great move if you join. What's your next Parker?
Chris
Tempe, AZ

Embarrassingly, I still haven't got the barrels checked. And, consequently haven't fired her yet. Still on my list of things to do. Even though I'm an old retired guy, I stay really busy helping my son. He has an antique gun business. He has probably 30 or 40 old Parkers that I salivate at every time I go to his shop. I will post again after getting everything checked out, and maybe some good quail pictures!

I have been a member, Chris. I must have just let it lapse. I'll renew and get caught back up on things. When I got the gun, it stated that it had been professionally refinished, but at the time I didn't find out by whom. From everything I've read, it's pretty hard to get who did it without the previous owners name, which I don't have. And yes, I will be shooting her soon.

Being in the old gun business your son must have the appropriate measuring tools, no?





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maybe your son should also get a membership and post the ones for sale

He does, Dean. But, he does very little repair. Next time I'm up at his store I'll take the gun with me and measure it myself. But, I'll still have it checked professionally. I might just bring another one home with me when I go. He's got a lettered one owned by Andrew Hallidie from San Francisco. Lots of history there.

Wow! Great gun. You are in good company here when you speak of old retired guys, lots of us hanging around and Parkers are a great hobby, whether you have one or a dozen. I still have a lot to learn but to other members, are the lightning cuts on the frame not rare on an 0 frame? The 16's built on the 0 frame, which is normally a 20 gauge frame, are sought after and a joy to carry and shoot. Enjoying your find, we have very knowledgable members who are great to offer advice and their knowledge, well worth the cost of membership which you will continue to enjoy. Honestly, start shooting a Parker and you will probably find that you have found your new best gun!