Hello from Cincinnati, OH
 

Just joined today 2/15/2022. I like double shotguns and have collected a few. But I'm looking for my first American Parker, preferably a 28 gauge. This gauge I still don't have. I have many books that I have been reading to educate myself. The research is actually kind of the fun part. This PGCA group is part of my research and I hope that it builds friendships and trusted advice. Look forward to seeing everyone on the forums.

Welcome aboard. What kind of grade are you looking for in 28? I would love one myself, but its just not in the budget yet.

Most likely my budget will keep me at the DH level, but will strive for CH. I'm looking for a Parker that I can shoot. I just started a new venture of upland hunting (birds) and am training my Labrador pup (1 year, with another year at least). I have other shotguns of various gauges (12, 20, 16) but would love a 28 for those long hunting days where I will be carrying this piece over long distances. I don't want a "wall hanger", even though some of those are beautiful to look at. I just purchased my only Spanish Best (16 gauge Arrieta), which I also will be able to shoot. My quest is to own a real piece of American made; preferably a Parker.

I’ll say this Craig, A grade 3 or 4 28ga is quite a step for a first Parker! I hope you’ll post pictures when you find it! Good luck!

One of the dealers recently posted a C grade 28 gauge. Better jump on it.

-Victor

I'm an empty nester and therefore have more disposable income than when I did with a bigger family. I've been selling many of my late father's collection, which he liked many hand guns for what I love collecting, which is Shotguns. I am a patient man. I do find the research and search, part of the fun. I did find on Guns International a 'DHE PARKER Reproduction 28GA SIDE BY SIDE "LAYNE SIMPSON'S GUN". Not sure what you boys think about reproduction Winchester Parkers. GI listing #101848968 for $7695. I've asked for more information. But what a sweet gun.

Victor, do you have a reference to where I might find that C grade 28gauge? I'd be interested in taking a look.

Here you go:

https://www.gunsinternational.com/gu...n_id=101705548

You should join the PGCA. It’s only $40 per year. Membership gives you access to the “for sale” sub-forum.

-Victor

The Parker Reproductions are very good guns. Thirty years ago I had a reproduction D grade 28ga two barrel set and loved it, and own a couple of others now. If you don’t “have” to own an original the reproduction will save you about $40,000 or so. Lol.

Victor, I am already a member sir.