Is the stock on this VH 16 original?

[Copper John]

I was not aware that Parker ever made straight stocks? Can anyone verify if the stock of this VH is original?

http://www.gunsinternational.com/det...n_id=100368997

[OH Osthaus]

Originally Posted by John Nagel

I was not aware that Parker ever made straight stocks? Can anyone verify if the stock of this VH is original?

http://www.gunsinternational.com/det...n_id=100368997

straight hand stocks are not rare, the recoil pad looks like an addition.

as for the stock - if we had the serial number we might find it in the book, more experienced eyes than mine might be able to spot replacement vs a refinished wood

[Dean Romig]

Although the butt treatment is not original to the gun, the stock looks quite original.

[B. Dudley]

Yes, that stock is original. Like others have said, the pad and spacer are obvious additions. The stock has been cut short at one time and those look to have brought it out to where the LOP was.
All Parker straight grip stocks will also have a long tang trigger guard. If you ever see one with a short tang, it is not original. They just flattened out the pistol grip guard.

Straight stocks are far less commonly found on hammerless guns than full pistol grip stocks.

[Bill Murphy]

If this gun has an original long tang trigger guard, this isn't a bad buy if no other issues appear.

[Copper John]

Shoot! It's sold I am so bummed!!

[Bruce Day]

The best course for a person interested in Parkers is to get at least the Muderlak Parker Old Reliable book and study that as a starter, find a mentor who knows, have an idea what you want , then move quickly should the right gun surface. Be quiet about it, there are people who lurk here, the usual numbers are maybe 30 members and 120 non forum member lurkers/lookers, and some of those will buy a gun out from under a person who brings attention to it.

[Copper John]

Originally Posted by Bruce Day

The best course for a person interested in Parkers is to get at least the Muderlak Parker Old Reliable book and study that as a starter, find a mentor who knows, have an idea what you want , then move quickly should the right gun surface. Be quiet about it, there are people who lurk here, the usual numbers are maybe 30 members and 120 non forum member lurkers/lookers, and some of those will buy a gun out from under a person who brings attention to it.

I am hoping that isn't what happened here. I'm a relatively young Parker enthusiast (23) and I would have loved to get my hands on this as I love a straight grip for wingshooting.

[Bruce Day]

Correct straight grip V grades are few and far between, about 3-5% of V's made . There are lots of pistol grips remade, some well, but often poorly, into straight grip guns.

As the grades get higher, the percent of straight grip guns climb, until the small quantity A and B level where the percent approaches 40%. Straight grip guns were never widely favored by American sportsmen, and Parker numbers reflect that. So better move quickly if you find one you like , it is right and the price is right for you.

[B. Dudley]

Just a tip... If you have a question about a gun that is for sale. Just post a photo of it. Do not mention where it is for sale, or any details that might direct others to it if you are seriously interested.

Besides, posting direct links to sale sites is kind of against the rules of the forum anyway.

Keep your eyes open and learn as much as you can, and you will find exactly what you want in time.

That gun could have already been sold and the seller just didn't update the listing right away. Who knows.