Some original Parkers have 2-3/4" chambers, a little shopping and you'll find one. Lengthening chambers does not enhance value and my reduce it. I think Bruce's idea of starting with a Reproduction is a good one. I own both and I have to say, my Repro.s spend a lot more time afield than my originals. This is especially true if you like the 28ga. Taking a $25,000 gun through briar patches and barbwire fences has got to bother even the wealthiest hunter. Shown below in the first photo are 1-1/2 frame DHE 12 gauges, one original one reproduction. Also shown are close-ups of the D grade engraving one original one reproduction. Warning: One's first Parker purchase is seldom his last.
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