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Unread 05-09-2015, 10:32 PM   #2
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Just acquired a very poor condition 10 gauge for parts. After closer inspection realized it is an 8 gauge sxs, apx 1885 ( all marching numbers-- 42836---)
No engraving, so nothing special.
Straight stock, ejectors, duel trigger.
Brown twist barrells, hardened fore arm, everything dirty but in operational condition (currently disassembled and soaking in my favorite cleaning/pentitraining solution---50% power steering fluid/50% acetone).
Was thinking about parting out, but wondering if the 8 gauge, 32 inch barrell maybe valuable?

Thoughts?

Thanks in advance,
George
George: I would venture to say that your 8 gauge Parker could be too valuable to part out as they are quite rare especially with an original straight stock. A poor condition 8 gauge Parker is not unusual as most were heavily used, some by market hunters. I question your description of "ejectors" however as I have never heard of an 8 gauge Parker with ejectors. Quite possibly you meant to say extractors. If you PM me the full serial number I will look it up in "the book" & let you know what it says. You may also want to order a letter from PGCA.

Best Regards, George
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