Parker SxS

[B. Dudley]

Yeah, that European "Parker" is a cut above the usual wall hanger quality guns that pop up with the Parker name often.
As others have said, this gun has absolutely no connection to Parker Brothers of Meriden, CT.

[George Lander]

Originally Posted by Brian Dudley

Yeah, that European "Parker" is a cut above the usual wall hanger quality guns that pop up with the Parker name often.
As others have said, this gun has absolutely no connection to Parker Brothers of Meriden, CT.

Yes: I will second what Brian said. That looks to be a very nice gun but not a Parker Brothers.

Best Regards, George

[Bill Murphy]

It appears to be a well fitted European gun that deserves a second look before hanging it above the fireplace.

[Tommy Eddleman]

Here's the bottom. I guess this not being a REAL Parker it's only worth a couple of 100 ?? Sad I was hoping this guy had a gem !

T.

[OH Osthaus]

Originally Posted by Tommy Eddleman

Here's the bottom. I guess this not being a REAL Parker it's only worth a couple of 100 ?? Sad I was hoping this guy had a gem !

T.

that is a British Parker - not a cheap Belgium knock off on the name


the proof marks are from the Birmingham proof house

so- now - as with all Birmingham guns (some cheap some very high quality most some where in the middle ) the gun should be evaluated on its own features and condition

what are the bores like- if they are too shiney they may have been honed, if you cannot evaluate the barrels, they should be checked by a pro before shooting. wall thickness and the solder condition are critical

is the gun on face- is there any looseness or play with or without the fore end on

there is decent modest engraving - the hammers and action profile look very common for a Birmingham gun of that era. Many makers (and iron mongers) purchased the casting from the same sources and finished the gun in their own manner