My first Parker hammer gun
 

I am in the process of acquiring my first parker hammer gun. It has S/N 66703. The Configuration is as follows: PT T O C 10 32. Looks like it was made in 1891. It is a basic model, minimal engraving, but is in pretty good shape, except for being dusty with a few hunting dings. The left hammer will move back under spring tension, but will not lock back. The twisted barrel has a couple of very shallow and smooth impact marks on the left-hand side, near the muzzle. The bores are clean and shiny with no pitting. The action is tight and functions well. I have not had a chance to take it apart to see what the internal hammer problem is, and I will not be able to until after I buy it. I was told it has been a wall hanger for over 40 years, handed down thru the family from a great grandfather. Now with a death in the family they are selling the home and the Parker has to find a new home also. I bought it for $500 and would like to give it a new life. This will be my third Parker. My first was an SB, then a hammerless double, and now this Hammer double. They seem to keep finding me, without me looking for them? There is something special about Parkers, compared to my other firearm collectables. I will send pics when I have them.

Tell us about your SB, maybe pictures.

Hi Bill Check out my earlier post on "Parker Single Barrel Trap Shotguns" under "1928 SBT Upgraded".

Take care,

The repair needed( barrel dings, hammer cocking) are pretty minimal. Let me know on the lock.... I may have that part. May require a little disassembly and fitting, but relatively simple.

Be well and congrats, Dean

I remember your SB. I love that gun.

Thanks Dean, I will let you know what I see once I can take it apart.

Thanks Bill, if only I knew what the two Remington service tags (LK3, Feb 1941 & ANN3, Mar 1944) performed on my SB.

Ralph

See attached pics of Parker Hammer

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A 32" 10ga has probably knocked down more than a few ducks.
What frame size is it built on? How are the bores?
Both hammer screws appear to have been replaced, but they have a nice patina, so I'd leave them alone.