Parkers and Pressure ?

[Danny Bell]

Gentlemen,

I'm new to this sight, and really excited to learn all I can about Parker guns.

I'm a retired electrical engineer, so now I pursue my hobbie of 31 years....I build custom Harley-Davidson Choppers. My latest creation will be the main auction event at The Wild Sheep Foundation this Feb. in Reno.

My wife and I are passionate bird hunters and have been fortunate enough to have hunted several points of the globe. We raise our own lines (if one can say that) of Labs and Britts.

Enough conjecture on me... I need educating on Parker shotguns.

I was raised on FN A-5 Brownings and pre-1913 00 grade LC Smiths, but now want 12 and 20 gauge Parkers. At this point in time, the lower to mid grades will suit us fine.

My question is :

Is it recommended that earlier Parkers digest lower pressure loads as do the pre-13 Smiths without concern of developing cracks in stocks and loosened ribs ? I'm refering to fluid steel and not damascus or the like.

Any info will be appreciated,

Regards,

Danny