Barrel for my 1908 vh stock

[Big Friend Ten (BFT)]

Richard,

The Parker Story lists that a size 0 frame is 1" between the firing pins. Those were provided on 16 and 20 gauge guns. Presently the 16's seem to be in very high demand and thus command a high price. The 20's do not lag behind the 16's by much. I have a DHE 20 and would pay good money for another set of barrels. I would pay a lot more for a set of 16 gauge barrels that could be fitted to my 0 frame.

I provided the above to let you know what you are up against. There are probably a few hundred other Parker collectors that would be as or more agressive than me in finding extra barrels. "With a double gun one is buying the barrels."

Please keep the remains of your father's gun. It might be good to consider purchasing a relatively low cost ($800 to $1600) V Grade 12 gauge and enjoy that in memory of your father!

Respectfully,
Mark

[Double Play]

Richard,
You never know what’s available or at what cost until you ask. By replacing the barrels and forend you will put back in service a gun that has sentimental value to you and would make a great shooter but will never have any collector value. If it were me I would list the parts you need here and on the Doublegun BBS and see what’s available. If you can't locate any original barrels you could check out the offerings by Connecticut Shotgun and Simmons. Good luck with your search and I can say from experience an 0 frame 16 gage Parker makes a really nice upland gun.

[Autumn Daze]

I agree with Larry. If you are serious about putting this gun back into service I think the easiest way would be to order a set of barrels from Ct Shotgun.