Parker Appraisal

[Roland Biehl]

Greetings, I recently inherited a stunning Parker with a serial number that traces back to an 1875 production year. At this time, I’m hoping someone can point me in the right direction concerning its value. I’m in the St. Louis, Missouri area. You can view some pictures at my album site. Thanks in advance.

[Dean Romig]

I don't know who made the "Robust Ideal" shotgun you have there in that case with the Parker label but it appears to be a very well-made gun.

The case appears to have been made by Huey and may be worth as much or more than the gun.

[OH Osthaus]

Manufrance was a French company - Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles de St.Etienne (shotguns and bicycles - a combination found in early US firms as well)

original models were Robust, Falcor, Ideal, Simplex and according to my search the "Robust Ideal" was a model that combined features prior to WWII to meet a price point.

nice looking gun - I like the case set up. the only thing you need to change is the label.

[Chris T.]

Nice gun, looks like it has ejectors too? It has an unusual rib, high at the breech and sunken down between the barrels at the muzzle.

[Kensal Rise]

Personally, I'd show this gun to JJ Perodeau at Champlin Arms in Enid OK. They would be able to give you an idea of value... or even sell it for you perhaps. It is not, of course, a Parker.

The website is www.champlinarms.com