Need a value
 

Hello all; I am looking for a value (range estimate) for a Parker 12 gauge side by side I recently acquired. I have been nosing around the site and have determined the following: Serial No. 205866; Grade is PH; barrel weight is 4; frame size is 2. Any info on this would be appreciated. Thanks!

Hello Randy ,I don't think any one here will give you a value on the gun without pictures ,there are just too many variables ,Refinish ,cut barrels off face , etc ,the list goes on and on ,if you post pictures ,there are many knowledgeable folks who will be more than willing to share an opinion ! Best ; Russ

Thanks Brush Buster, let me work on posting some photo's.

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Hello all; I am looking for a value (range estimate) for a Parker 12 gauge side by side I recently acquired. I have been nosing around the site and have determined the following:
Serial No. 205866;
Grade is PH;
barrel weight is 4;
frame size is 2.
Any info on this would be appreciated. Thanks!

I am also looking for some references to who could clean / and or refurbish this gun.

A gun with many flaws that would cost a bit of money to eliminate. However, a Parker Steel barrel PHE with a #2 frame is an excellent candidate for a partial restoration to make an attractive shooter. It appears that the receiver has not been buffed or ground down, one of the most difficult flaws to correct. Assuming original barrels with factory bore and choke dimension, this gun could sell for $2000 or even more. A hint about your location would get you some ideas about a convenient restoration specialist.

Randy,

What is the rectangle surrounding the forend latch?

Mark

Yeah, what is the deal with the forend? Do we know that the barrels are Fluid steel. The higher serial number could hint at this. What is the top rib marking?

The marking on the top of the barrel says "Parker Steel". The silver rectangle around the fore end latch is some sort of metal in-laid into the wood; I will take a better picture of this tonight. I'm in Northern California up here in the Redwoods. This is my first side by side. Even a partial restoration would do; I am just looking for any advice. The gun looks plenty shootable now however I would like to send it to an expert. Thanks again all for your your comments.