Parker Repro v. Winchester Model 23

[WmRike]

Definitely the Parker. I have both. There is no doubt the 23s are well fit and finished, but they don't have the aesthetics of the Parker - more akin to a Browning in my mind. The Parker fits me better, is a tad lighter, and comes in a wider range of configurations. The wood on the 23s is of a more consistent figure, but if you aren't in a hurry you can find a Parker with wood that really pops.

[C.O.B.]

For me a two barrel set doesn't merit the extra cost. I have two such sets and the second set of barrels hardly ever get used. The Hollywood Gun has 28 inch vent rib barrels skt/skt and M/F. The M/F ones have never been on the gun. It seems like a good idea the second set but it just doesn't work out that way....at least for me.