Well, lets see, order a new Parker just for grouse. For me it would likely be a G grade 20 ga., 26 in. barrels, prince of whales grip and double triggers with upgraded wood. I might jump up to a D grade if the current engravers know what a setter on point and a grouse look like and can duplicate it on steel. It should weigh between 6-10 and 6-12. I would specify, not where it balances in relation to the pin but, rather, that 60% of its weight is between the hands. I would have it choked at .004 and .012. Also, because I am not sure where future regulations are going, I would specify that the barrels tolerate steel shot just in case the government takes full control of everything before I fire my last shot. Perhaps the barrels should be brazed together instead of soldered since I intend to practice alot at clays with it in the off season. Yes, I know it will probably cost in excess of $12,000.
Oh, I just awoke from my daydream and realized I already have just such a beast, or nearly so. A Parker repro at a fraction of the cost and as good a grouse gun as I have ever handled. Now where to spend the money I saved. Perhaps I'll take my setters down south for an old fashioned quail hunt - just to expand my horizons. My grouse gun should work just fine on southern gentleman bob!
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