Parker A grade

edward mccay · 05-08-2012, 09:49 PM

Looking at a gun SN#60000 all matching serial numbers 10gauge. It is in really nice condition. Any idea what I should pay for it "range". Pics to follow. The gun was found in an attic.

Jim DiSpagno · 05-08-2012, 10:17 PM

Should have 30" barrels and a capped pistol grip stock no extras and the barrel flats should have a D for damascus with possibly a small number such as a4 or 6 near it That is the grade of damascus{ #of wire strands}

Dean Romig · 05-08-2012, 10:32 PM

Actually, beginning with the Grade 5 or B Grade the barrel flats are often - but not always - stamped with a DD (likely indicative of "finest Damascus") rather than a single D and the grade numeral stamp of 6, in this case, is normally stamped closer to the breech end of the flats.

J.B. Books · 05-09-2012, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dean Romig

Actually, beginning with the Grade 5 or B Grade the barrel flats are often - but not always - stamped with a DD (likely indicative of "finest Damascus") rather than a single D and the grade numeral stamp of 6, in this case, is normally stamped closer to the breech end of the flats.

I prefer the DD's if they are original

Steve Hodges · 05-09-2012, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Pete Lester

I prefer the DD's if they are original

But usually not, IMHO

Brush Buster · 05-10-2012, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dean Romig

Actually, beginning with the Grade 5 or B Grade the barrel flats are often - but not always - stamped with a DD (likely indicative of "finest Damascus") rather than a single D and the grade numeral stamp of 6, in this case, is normally stamped closer to the breech end of the flats.

I knew I had a picture of this some where ,AHA ,Found It ! Russ

edward mccay · 05-08-2012, 10:34 PM

Yeah every thing is right on. I dont have a clue what to offer the guy

Dean Romig · 05-08-2012, 10:48 PM

Two years ago I bought a nice A Grade 12 gauge for $9K from a very reputable dealer. It was also in the 60k serial number range and was a lovely example of A Grade wood, checkering and fabulous engraving. After two days I sent it back because I wasn't entirely pleased with it. The dealer took it back 'no questions asked' for a full refund.

My point is that if it is as nice as you make it sound it is a valuable gun. It will be worth exactly what you and the current owner decide is a fair price.

edward mccay · 05-09-2012, 11:21 AM

pics

Bill Murphy · 05-09-2012, 11:26 AM

Didn't seem to make it.