Turns out the Parker I bought was misrepresented. The listing said it was a D grade, however it is in fact, a g grade hammer gun. Upon close scrutiny of distant photos provided by the auction house, i noted the absence of a spear point at the head of the stock. It should be noted that you could hardly see any markings in their photos. I was going solely on the auction house's description (anyone see a lesson forming here). So here is what happened. I called the auction house, they confirmed that it was a G grade and not a D grade gun. The owner promptly gave me the option to proceed with the transaction or to back away. I asked if he could send some detailed photos of the gun so I could verify its value and make an informed decision. I am waiting on a response.
So now you can see my quandry. I've bid a total of $1050 plus shipping and insurance. I'm unsure as to the type of bbls on the g grade. Twist will probably be a deal breaker for me, but if the bbls are regular damascus, should I keep the gun? The bbls do have a few dents. I've been told they are not serious and should be easily repaired. I understand that there are many varriables involved, but the real issue for me now is would I screw myself by accepting a gun that I would have put way too much money into. Looking into the lusty eyes of a parker gun is a bittersweet thing, when poor decisions put her in your hands.
More on this crime of passion as events unfold.
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