Parker D grade 10 gauge questions

[OH Osthaus]

measuring the bores and chokes is the only way to know for sure

as was stated before- choke is a factor of the amount of constriction in relation to the bore size on that gun, not the measurement of the muzzle alone

[Bill Murphy]

Dennis, to answer your question, yes, the gun is likely to have plenty of choke. An early ten with full choke barrels would measure about cylinder or improved cylinder with a flat gauge.

[Dennis Martin]

Thanks for the info that each of you has given me. I have the Parker book on order; didn't know it existed. It'll be a great resource. I've loaded some pics of the actual gun off the web and would like to get anyone's and everyone's thoughts on it. Realize pics aren't like in person, but the gun is across country. Price including shipping and transfer will be $3100.00. Don't know exactly why I'm interested, other than it's a good looking gun and not a lot were made. If it turns out to be full and full, I will take it duck hunting once or twice. Otherwise, just enjoy it.

[6pt-Sika]

Originally Posted by Rick Losey

measuring the bores and chokes is the only way to know for sure

as was stated before- choke is a factor of the amount of constriction in relation to the bore size on that gun, not the measurement of the muzzle alone

I have a friend coming to the shop Thursday to bring his bore measuring device . Think I'll do all three of my Parker 10's , the Smith , the Ithaca NID and my W&C Scott .