The A-1 Special 20 Gauge at Julia's 4-11-17

[Bill Murphy]

So, it sold for $220,000 plus the buyer's premium. It was a nice gun, for sure. What was the buyer's premium, by the way? No warts on this gun.

[Jim DiSpagno]

Bill, on site would be 15% plus tax. -3% for cash or equivalent

[Craig Larter]

All the prices seemed strong to me. Good for the seller and the new owner.

[JLoew]

The sale price is $253,000. Buyers premium is 15% if a client pays by cash or check.

[Bill Mullins]

If I remember correctly this is the second highest price paid for a Parker sold through Julia Auction. The highest was the "Czar of Russia" Parker that sold for $287,500. Original guns in excellent condition such as this A1Special are highly sought after by collectors! Congratulations to the new owner!

[edgarspencer]

Originally Posted by Craig Larter

All the prices seemed strong to me. Good for the seller and the new owner.

Not in my opinion Craig. In the English guns, only exceptional guns of best makers made the low estimate. The Rough Rider Colt would have been above the mid 20s a few years ago, and only brought 10K. It was in fine condition also. Winchester's own 8 bore test gun, a fine W&C Scott with Jones under lever, failed to sell, only barely hitting $5k. When was the last time you saw a Deluxe, Special Order 1894 sell for $2500? A 80-90% 1895 for under 1000 dollars? Pathetic.
I think the Second Chance list is going to be extensive.

[edgarspencer]

The same consecutive pair of GHEs was listed two years ago with an estimate of $17,500-$22,500. They were again listed in Yesterday's sale with an estimate of $6,000 to $10,000. The hammer fell at $5000. If they actually did sell two years ago, the consignor yesterday must be very disappointed.

[Kevin McCormack]

I agree with Edgar. The gun auction business is increasingly becoming a financially dangerous and ethereal game for both buyers and sellers. The "Second Chance" phenomenon emerging after these 'mega' sales events is a very curious example.

[TOOL MAN]

Josh,

Sent you a PM. We should have the "all clear" by Friday afternoon. The EBAY activity on my left kidney (item #132006468877) is much stronger than anticipated, though frankly I'm a bit surprised no one has jumped at the "buy it now" option. Fingers crossed. If not, it'll be a fitting day for a crucifixion.
As always, thanks for the assist!!!----Ansley H.

[C.O.B.]

I wonder what the pre war Boss 20ga went for. I don't follow the auction circuit. If you can't be there to physically inspect the gun you want to bid on than your taking all the risk. The descriptions have been known to be wrong.