I also understand and respect the idea of and old Parker being irreplaceable. I think this might come down to personal taste(like restoring a car to take to cars shows on a trailer vs. one that you drive and enjoy (that might not be the best analogy...but something along those lines). I know people who fall into either one of those categories as well.
I can appreciate a "Wall Hanger" I just don't think I want one(yet). I think it would be nice to have the option of shooting a gun on occasion(with the appropriate loads). This of course is assuming its safe to shoot. Charlie, 3 drams and 1 1/8 oz was more than I was thinking, but it's nice to know that you shoot that with confidence.
Again we're all different and that's what makes collecting Parkers fun and enjoyable...we all have our own reasons. For now I think I would pass on a gun I couldn't shoot.
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