My first Parker hammer gun

[Ralph Miller]

I am in the process of acquiring my first parker hammer gun. It has S/N 66703. The Configuration is as follows: PT T O C 10 32. Looks like it was made in 1891. It is a basic model, minimal engraving, but is in pretty good shape, except for being dusty with a few hunting dings. The left hammer will move back under spring tension, but will not lock back. The twisted barrel has a couple of very shallow and smooth impact marks on the left-hand side, near the muzzle. The bores are clean and shiny with no pitting. The action is tight and functions well. I have not had a chance to take it apart to see what the internal hammer problem is, and I will not be able to until after I buy it. I was told it has been a wall hanger for over 40 years, handed down thru the family from a great grandfather. Now with a death in the family they are selling the home and the Parker has to find a new home also. I bought it for $500 and would like to give it a new life. This will be my third Parker. My first was an SB, then a hammerless double, and now this Hammer double. They seem to keep finding me, without me looking for them? There is something special about Parkers, compared to my other firearm collectables. I will send pics when I have them.

[Bill Murphy]

Tell us about your SB, maybe pictures.

[Ralph Miller]

Hi Bill Check out my earlier post on "Parker Single Barrel Trap Shotguns" under "1928 SBT Upgraded".

Take care,

[Dean Hanson]

The repair needed( barrel dings, hammer cocking) are pretty minimal. Let me know on the lock.... I may have that part. May require a little disassembly and fitting, but relatively simple.

Be well and congrats, Dean

[Bill Murphy]

I remember your SB. I love that gun.

[Ralph Miller]

Thanks Dean, I will let you know what I see once I can take it apart.

Thanks Bill, if only I knew what the two Remington service tags (LK3, Feb 1941 & ANN3, Mar 1944) performed on my SB.

Ralph

[Ralph Miller]

See attached pics of Parker Hammer

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[edgarspencer]

A 32" 10ga has probably knocked down more than a few ducks.
What frame size is it built on? How are the bores?
Both hammer screws appear to have been replaced, but they have a nice patina, so I'd leave them alone.