Parker two barrelled two ga. set

[Chip Beckford]

Hello, I am new to the forums and am trying to get information on a Parker D2 16 Ga. 28 inch 2 1/2 inch with a second set of barrels 12 Ga, serialed to the gun and marked #2 on barrels and forearm that I acquired several weeks ago. I don't know how rare this is if at all, but want to restore the set. The metal is in good shape and the barrels are in very good shape with good bores on both. The bad news is that the forearms are worn, and someone has modified the butt stock, taken off all the checkering, slimed the stock and it has a repaired crack. I do not think the butt stock is restorable and am wondering if I should just try to find a stock for it or get it re-stocked. It is in the 60xxx serial range and I have sent in a request for a factory letter. According to the serialization book it was made as a D2, 16 Ga. made in 1891 with 28 inch barrels which are there. The second set must have been made later and are also serialed to the gun, 12 Ga. with forearm and 3 inch chambers 30 inches long. It is a cool combination and I would like to restore it and am looking for recommendations. Thanks very much!

Chip Beckford