One man’s opinion:
Some of the most important aspects of valuation are:
Original unaltered condition.
How much vibrant case color remains?
How is wood finish?
What are the bores like?
Is the gun tight or off face?
Barrel blue?
Trigger guard blue?
Nicks and dents.
This list goes on and on.
Frame size.
Barrel length.
Gauge.
If a gun has just honest wear from use it isn’t a bad thing other than the depreciation factor.
Based on the photos of the subject gun these questions come to mind:
Is the wear consistent on the remaining wood finish, frame, barrels and trigger guard?
The deep blue on the trigger guard may be too nice in relationship with the diminished furniture finish and silver frame.
My evaluation is based on what I see in the photos and my opinion shouldn’t detract from your pride of ownership from this family heirloom.
The value to you probably shouldn’t be judged in dollars, possessing your grandfather’s Parker shotgun is priceless.
Collectors go ‘round and ‘round about every minute little detail, it’s just what they do. A perfect example shows no actual use and wears no history.
If I inherited a Parker shotgun I would be absolutely ecstatic! Enjoy the shotgun and pass it down to your family.
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