Are opinion changing on restoring a shotgun?

[C.O.B.]

The younger generation wants black guns and synthetic stocks. These guns weather Parker, Winchester, LC Smith, rifle or shotgun are a finite resource BUT as people who appreciate these fine old guns we are a finite resource as well. this comes into my mind set of thinning down the numbers while I'm able and there are still enthusiasts to enjoy them.

[edgarspencer]

Here's an example of a gun that was made valueless by someone who had no idea what Parkers are supposed to look like. I guess it's pretty obvious I have no connection with this auction.

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/Vie...Item=364371021

[Double Lab]

Originally Posted by edgarspencer

Here's an example of a gun that was made valueless by someone who had no idea what Parkers are supposed to look like. I guess it's pretty obvious I have no connection with this auction.

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/Vie...Item=364371021

Sad is'nt it Edgar?

[edgarspencer]

"Magnificently Redone" "Professionally Refurbished by a highly skilled professional. Beautiful High Gloss Bluing, and Highly Polished Receiver "

Clearly, the guy has no appreciation for what a Parker is.
Read the whole description; it's pathetic.

[C.O.B.]

Originally Posted by edgarspencer;I have no connection with this auction.

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http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=364371021[/url]

I would hope not It's criminal what someone has done to this.

[Paul Stafford III]

Originally Posted by Rich Anderson

The younger generation wants black guns and synthetic stocks. These guns weather Parker, Winchester, LC Smith, rifle or shotgun are a finite resource BUT as people who appreciate these fine old guns we are a finite resource as well. this comes into my mind set of thinning down the numbers while I'm able and there are still enthusiasts to enjoy them.

As I am the younger generation, I can appreciate the skill and craftsmanship of a fine Parker. I wish I could have seen all the beautiful racks of Damascus guns in a sporting goods store in the early 1900's. What a sight it must have been...

[Autumn Daze]

Marc,Thank You for the kind word's. Danny loves these old guns and he has an appreciation for the workmanship that went into them. I cannot take all the credit though as alot of his interest came from the great people he has met and befriended in the PGCA. I still can't believe how much he loves grouse hunting! Lately though he seems to be up to his ears in another kind of fine American craftsmanship.....the two legged female kind...