Thanks Russ. The pictures really don't do the engraving justice. It is the most finely executed engraving I've seen on a Grade 2 as others who have seen it will agree.

Not as Crisp as some but another G Grade ,16/ 20 Two barreled set...That's a hard gun to follow Dean !

While I drool over a beautiful firearm most of my collection consists of firearms that were acquired in less than perfect condition and turned into a good looking working firearm. Currently I am working on a 1906 VH that I received in pieces for $100. When I am finished it will be a good looking working shotgun that I would not be ashamed to take to any range. It will not be a high end collector gun.
Mark: What are jug chokes? I would prefer modified and full, but would accept improved and modified.

My go to gun, a 12ga, 2 frame, GH made in 1904. I don't believe it's ever been apart. Original except for the chokes opened up. Standard engraving but deeply cut.

Jug chokes, see FAQ #44 for some intro info about them.

Any FFL type of guy should be able to get 15% from Briley just by asking.

Bruce, This is a great topic and thanks for starting it. I think G Grade guns are a great value.There are some very nice guns shown here so let me add one more. 1913 GHE 16 gauge 30"barrels choked .024x.024 My "Go to" sporting clays gun.

PASxS, that is stand out engraving on that G grade. Cant miss that from no matter what distance. And Chilled Shots example is very nice as well. Even though case coloring is nice, engraving stands out very well on most worn silver receivers. And recolored receivers ofter have finer, and harder to see, engraving due to polishing if not touched up.
The GH was one of Parkers most popular selling graded guns in their day and they are still plentiful today. I would say it is one of the most common Parkers that you see for sale on the auction sites.

And another everyday 12 Gauge GH Parker that didn't break the bank when it came home

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Got the job done last year. Hoping to give it a bit more exercise this fall.
Cheers,
Jack

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