Hey guys,
Let me start off by saying this is a really great forum and I enjoy reading the post as each of y'all weigh in. I recently purchased a collection of guns to get a few choice pieces ( I collect 1911's and HAD to have the Singer and Union Switch 1911's in the collection (; ). Anyway there were some nice shotguns in the group including Greeners, L.C. Smiths, Lefevers, and one old Parker. I know absolutely nothing about Parkers and was tempted to immediately trade it away but the more I looked it over the more intrigued I was. My never having owned one was a bit ironic especially considering where I live ( Thomasville, Georgia...the land of quail plantations and site of most of the famous Eisenhower hunting pictures).
Anyway, I would appreciate any opinion or suggestions on this particular firearm. I do know that the bores are mostly (95%) shiny with a few small area of pitting just proximal to the receiver, the barrels measure 28 inches, the wood is nice with no cracks but covered in some type of varnish, the checkering is worn to the touch but still visible throughout and the metal has turned a nice plum color. Overall its a beautiful firearm. I would be interested in your thoughts on collectibility, value and if any type of preservation/restoration is warranted.
Thank you in advance,
Jesse
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New to the Parker World and need expert opinion
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