Hello all, new member as I've just acquired a Parker.
First, it's overall in not bad condition. Trying to decide to restore or wall hang it. Even if a wall hanger, I may fix some things anyways just because I think this gun deserves it.
I collect antique US military arms, and saw this gun while looking at some of those. Put in a bid, and now I own it. The more I look at it and handle it, the more I like it.
From what I can tell, it's an 1882 based on serial. The serial is on the side of the lug, with the order number on the water table. I don't see a grade mark there anywhere, and the frame size is gummed up on the lug, so I can't see that either. The barrel is twist steel, and the weight appears to be 58.
Is there anything else that I can tell from these markings, or am I missing anything?
It has a crack in the stock that has been nailed on one side ages ago. I assuming that isn't too hard of a fix. The lock plate on one side sticks out a little. I am guessing that's not too hard to fix either.
Beyond those two things, I think it's in decent enough shape.
It doesn't appear to be rusted - more patina I guess on the barrel. I was thinking of rubbing it with Kroil and Frontier Pads. Is that safe for these guns?
Anxious to learn more about these guns in general, and this one in particular. Though it doesn't fit the military theme of my collection, I could see buying another one of these in a little better condition.
I appreciate any input. Thanks much.
ID Help on 1882 Parker
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