20 gauge 2 barrel set

[bob lyons]

Tough decision
I have been offered a new in the box Parker DHE 20 gauge 2 barrel set 26” and 28” with cases and snap caps. But single trigger which is not my favorite.
Very nice wood !
I have the a 20, 28 and a 12 all DHE.
Price is $6800. Seems to be be a little high and non negotiable at this time.
Opinions please.

[bob lyons]

Some photos

[Kevin McCormack]

When I started collecting Parker Guns 55 years ago I was lucky enough to have had a longtime mentor who cautioned me, "Don't buy something you don't really want, because you'll never be truly happy with it." His words stood me in very good stead over time and to this very day.

[BRDHNTR]

Bob, Reproductions have dramatically increased in value over the last few years. That price is pretty consistent with what I've been seeing on Guns International and other web sites.

[Bill Murphy]

I, personally, have never been tempted by a single trigger Repro. Just not my thing.

[bob lyons]

Originally Posted by Bill Murphy

I, personally, have never been tempted by a single trigger Repro. Just not my thing.

I have one (single trigger) on my 12 gauge and had problems with it firing one one barrel.
Per advice on this Fourm I had it taken apart and cleaned. I had it for about 25 years but never shot it.
I’m assuming this one would require the same treatment.
Bob

[SXS OHIO]

What Kevin said.....A DT gun will show up for you, just be ready when it does! SXS Ohio

[Terry Hobson]

Double trigger would kill it for me. I had a beautiful 20 DHE that I had Carol(believe name is right) select for me at the warehouse for dark and highly figured wood. I kept it for a couple years. It weighed 6 lb 12 oz which I came to believe was too much for a 20 gauge bird gun. Might be alright for clays though. I do think as a general rule they weigh quite a bit for a 20.

[esetter - Gerry Addison]

If you are buying to keep it, then only buy the exact gun you are looking for. Never "settle" as you will always be still looking for the one you really want. Now if you are buying to resell then you are paying top dollar for this gun and would have to hold on to it for a while to make any money.

[tom tutwiler]

Originally Posted by Terry Hobson

Double trigger would kill it for me. I had a beautiful 20 DHE that I had Carol(believe name is right) select for me at the warehouse for dark and highly figured wood. I kept it for a couple years. It weighed 6 lb 12 oz which I came to believe was too much for a 20 gauge bird gun. Might be alright for clays though. I do think as a general rule they weigh quite a bit for a 20.

I had a straight grip Repro 20 gauge with double triggers and it also weighed 6 lb 12 oz. It just carried heavy and felt heavy. I sold it rather quickly. It has stunning walnut on it. Sold it to a Pa Grouse hunter who was apparently much stronger and who had better legs then I did.