New to Parker Collecting

[Daniel Gates]

Good morning everyone I'm new to this group and excited to learn more about the history of Parker shotguns and collecting these fine firearms. I'm in Alberta Canada and have started to acquired the odd gun here and there and have come across a small collection that's for sale. Just wondering on some information on what to look for, what is more of a desirable piece and approximate price point. I know that's the tough part and all dependent on condition, I'd just like a rough guideline so I can add a couple more to the man cave and keep the history alive for another generation. Thanks everyone!

[Andy]

Go to our home page parkerguns.org and read all the references there then buy a copy of The Parker Story and get a serialization book. That $300-400 you spend on those references could potentially save you many thousands of dollars in mistakes. But first join PGCA as a paying member which gets you discounts on research letters and you can post and buy from members here who are selling/buying. After you're a member just keep reading these forums and ask questions. I have a hunting gun collection and while I've made some good buys, I've certainly made some poor decisions which are very easy to do. Welcome to the addiction.

[Mills]

Welcome Daniel! You will enjoy your time here.

[Dean Romig]

That's a perfect reply Andy !

Welcome Daniel !!





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[Andy]

Originally Posted by Dean Romig

That's a perfect reply Andy !

Welcome Daniel !! .

Thank you Dean. You were one of the first to welcome me to the PGCA after I bought my first and you said "Let me know when you get to ten.." I thought you were crazy. Seems I was crazy because I surpassed that in short order.

[Alan Terry]

Is The Parker Story and the serialization book still available for purchase?

[Mike of the Mountain]

Originally Posted by Alan Terry

Is The Parker Story and the serialization book still available for purchase?

Alan, page 35 of the Winter 2024 issue of Parker Pages has the ad from Louis Parker, III for the deluxe edition of TPS, volumes 1 & 2 with slip covers. $685/set includes shipping.

[Dean Romig]

Go to ABEbooks.com and search for The Parker Story and for The Parker Gun Identification and Serialization book.







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[Bill Murphy]

With prices on those books going through the roof on the internet, you are better to make your wishes known on this site. Use our "want to buy" subforum.

[Alan Terry]

The Parker Story is almost $2000 and for The Parker Gun Identification and Serialization book doesn’t seem to be available. Where do I find this “want to buy” sub form?