Which looks better?

[24 grams]

Originally Posted by Greg Baehman

With all things being equal, i.e. grade, gauge, wood, dimensions, etc., it will always be the amount of original case color remaining that will drive value and desireability to most Parker collectors.

That's what I thought. It would be interesting to see how different people ranked the factors in order of importance, such as, for me it might be:

a) grade ($ budget)
b) gauge (also a budget item)
c) barrel length
d) wall thickness
e) frame size
f) stock dimensions
g) mechanical function/integrity
h) wood fit and figure
i) engraving wear
j) case coloring
k) barrel bluing
l) chokes

[TARNATION !!!]

Originally Posted by Steven Groh

a) grade ($ budget)
b) gauge (also a budget item)
c) barrel length
d) wall thickness
e) frame size
f) stock dimensions
g) mechanical function/integrity
h) wood fit and figure
i) engraving wear
j) case coloring
k) barrel bluing
l) chokes

I shoot mine and seldom sell. Not seen as dollar investment but an investment in my own pursuit of happiness. For me the most important from the list is d followed by g. I would add condition and alignment of all visible screw heads. When they are not good then I know the gun has been worked on and not by a knowledgeable professional. After those factors are dealt with the fact the gun is a Parker Bros is enough for me to consider depleting my toy budget. Once I have it I will completely disassemble replace anything broken inside clean lube reassemble and shoot, usually with a view to taking home a wild pheasant. Cheers Jack