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I'm a new member and am looking for info on a Parker I've had in storage for 35 years. It's a SxS 12 , 30 inch laminated barrels, serial #20242. It was made in 1880 and is in very good condition.It is very nicely engraved and has a gold shield in the stock. I would appreciate any other info anyone can give me on this gun including any estimate of it's value for insurance. .

Hello Bruce, There are surviving factory records on Parker 20242 to support a PGCA Research Letter. You can download the form from the homepage under Research Letters.
Please show us some pictures of your Parker.

Thanks Dean.I'll follow your advice. I've also ordered Parker Gun Identificaton & Serialization .

Bruce, the serialization book has 20,242 listed as a D2 (damascus barrels), underlifter, no extras, 12 gauge, 30" barrels, pistol grip stock, made in 1881.

Bob,thanks for the info. One question--- the barrels are marked LAMINATED and It's my understanding that is differant than DAMASCUS. any thoughts ?

It could just be a mistake in the book. I have one listed as twist in the book though the letter confirmed the laminated barrels on it were original. That or it could have gone back to the factory for a new set of barrels. Only a letter would tell for sure.