I agree- in spades- Russ
 

And i want to know if all the numbers match on the stamped/marked parts of the entire gun. If a dealer won't confirm that, as well as barrel length, chambers, chokes- etc- he's either too fat and lazy, is trading on his "rep", or has something to hide from a buyer with great knowledge of Parkers, as most all of the brethern of the PGCA have accumulated- sometimes at some expense, but as old Benny-Boy the Colonial "ladies man" once so wisely said- 'experience is a great teacher, but the tuition is indeed a *&^%$ to pay"-- No serial numbers, no "Benjamins" leave my money clip and find their way into the hands of the clowns who won't take the time to relay that basic info to a prospective buyer--:eek::rolleyes::cool::p:bigbye:

Bill, take a deep breath, sit down, and think about what you just said. You'll be back to your old self in no time.

Francis, I'm sure we all look forward to reading your complete works, with literary annotations.

Bruce, your sarcasm was way above your pay grade today, very entertaining. Congratulations.