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Unread 12-04-2021, 08:17 PM   #1
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Today I blooded the new to me GH 12 Gauge on some Minnesota Pheasants. I was shooting handloaded 1 1/8 oz 6.5 shot spreader loads. The gun was recently purchased from a fellow Parker Collector Member from Iowa. Thanks Jeff.

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Serial # 111573 Manufactured 1902
Delivered to Simmons Hardware Store, ST Louis MO
30" Barrels choked Full/Full
7lbs 8oz
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Good shooting Matt. I knew you would get the job done. Jeff wanted you to be sure to use it in the field, he should be pleased.
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Good to see that nice gun stay in the Midwest...and take a wild pheasant(!)
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Let it be the first of many! It found a great home in the heart of the country.
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