Guns generally live a pampered life compared to most products. They usually sit indoors and are more or less cared for. Yes, I know some get used as shovels but most don't.
Some get lost in lakes and rivers. Some get blown up. Some get turned in to gun scrap drives. Some get just worn out.
I'd bet 40-50% are still around in one piece.
As a side note, the other day I saw a public notice...I think it was in the Wall Street Journal...of ATF confiscated guns. I didn't see any Parkers but I also didn't spend much time looking. What was noteworthy was the staggering number. It was a full page ad in the smallest print.
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