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Unread 05-15-2017, 08:24 PM   #1
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Hello looking for some info on a parker double barrel 12ga , VH grade in excellent condition. I looked up the serial number it was manufactured in 1919.Not looking to sell it i'll pass it on to my grandkids.looking for a ballpark value. its chambered 3inch. the bores and barrels are shiny with no pit.Stock and butt plate,an barrel are all original.The blueing is in wonderful condition. Gun is tight all wood in excellent condition .it been in a gun cabinet that I no for the last 55years.i appreciate your time,thanks
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Cant even start to advise without pictures.
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How long are the barrels and what do the chambers measure? If they were chambered from the factory for three-inch shells it is more likely they are 2 7/8". If they actually measure 3" I would suspect they may have been lengthened aftermarket.





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Thanks for the help dean the barrels are 28 inches on the bottom of the barrel it stamped 3 " that's where I came up with 3 inches . Thanks for your help
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Parker didn't normally stamp the chamber length, so I would guess you may be reading something else.

Can you post pictures of the gun, including one of the stamps on the barrel flats?





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I'll try to do that tonight thanks Dean
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Does the 3 have another number offset from it?

If so. That is the barrel weight
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Steve sent me photos of his VH.

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It truly is in very good condition as he describes. We all know that we have to be hesitant to take someones word for it since condition is subjective. That is why pictures will usually tell the true story.

In my opinion, I see a all original gun that could be considered in the 90% range by way of condition.

I would tell steve that a good insurance value on the gun may be $4,000. The market may not be that high for a sale, but I would like to see this gun sell for at least $3,000 - $3,500. My thoughts.
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That is a very nice VH on 1 1/2 frame!
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All you guys are top shelf with wealth of knowledge and I thank you for your Time and input thanks again Steve
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