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Unread 12-04-2018, 09:14 PM   #1
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Wow, that hang tag is in great shape! That gun's configuration has a lot of desirable features for bird hunting beyond the chokes -- it's pretty light for a Parker 12, and the drop at heel suggests it was made for rising birds. A great combination of specifications. The gun likely balances well as that is generally an intrinsic element of an untampered with Parker. Even with 26" barrels, I'll bet you can keep the swing on that gun. I just hope you have birds to shoot at!

Sure would be great to see the gun. If it's as good as the hang tag...
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Gary Gordon - I now have health issues that preclude my being able to hunt. My problems started in 2018. I decided to send this VHE to Doug Turnbull for restoration and to keep it as an heirloom. However my two sons don't seem to be interested in the gun. The restoration was not necessarily needed but I love polished and perfect looking guns! Anyway if you or anyone else would be interested in buying this gun from me, please let me know. I can send pictures of the gun, perfect looking tag, and letter from Parker Bros to my uncle detailing his desires on his ordered gun - letter dated 1939. Also I have the detail of all the work Doug Turnbull did for me. This guns serial number is 240283. Thanks
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