Your intro to Parkers and your first Parker

[ForrestArmstrong]

I have mentioned all this before too but I like reminiscing. I had a keen interest in guns & hunting at an early age, bought my first Gun Digest in 1954 at age 7, knew a little about Parkers back then, their high status anyway. My first shotgun in 1960 when I reached 13 was a field grade LC Smith 12 gauge, always loved doubles. Even passed up a 410 VH priced at $69.95 in the late 60s because I didn't have the cash. Have traded alot of nice guns since then but always thought Parkers were "above my pay grade" and did not acquire my first until about a year ago, a VH 12 (on my avatar). I decided after I got it to really splurge and have added 2 upgrades and 8 repros over the past year.