FYI:
There is a paper record the frame for Serial No.
185580 (CHE) was sent to Turnbull's in 1983 for work. No details of the work order are available.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Jent P Mitchell III
Lot#: 197
Description: Parker Brothers Shotgun.**
Description Serial #: 18558. Cal/GA: 20 gauge. Manufacture date: 1920. Barrel length: 30". With double triggers and ejectors. Lever still angled to the right. Grade CHE. Acme steel barrel. Excellent bores with no rust. Right barrel improved cylinder, left barrel modified cylinder. Original Parker grip pad.
Originality: 100%. Overall condition: Near Mint.
AUCTION INFORMATION:
Name May 28th 2011 Firearms (07)
Date(s) 28 May 2011
Location 2000 North Reading Road
Denver, PA
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In a few days we will see where the market price is for a 20 gauge Parker. I have not seen this Parker myself in person. If it is as Morphy has described it is one great gun. Jent |