What do I have?

[DeAn Durham]

Originally Posted by Chris Robenalt

I didn't realize this post is 13 years old. I guess my take on this gun is just leave it as found. Enjoy it along with the old pics, and the stories they tell. Together they're a piece of your family history. If you were planning on shooting and using this gun, I'd spend the money and restore it, but I don't think that's the case here. We have a couple of guys/members here that could make this gun look like it did when it went in the box to be shipped from the factory. Chris Dawe and Brian Dudley, both master craftsman. Although costly, it may be well worth it. A gun of this grade deserves to be put back in the field behind a good bird dog! Well, for what's it's worth, good luck with whatever you decide!

Chris, AZ

Hi Chris! Thank you for the insight and thoughts. I would LOVE nothing more than to restore it to its once prime but as you said that would be at a very nice price tag. Not in the cards for this old Parker as of yet. I do agree that it would be pretty awesome to see it at its best and being shot once again…maybe one day. I appreciate you!

[Chris Robenalt]

Dee, I somewhat restore alot of these old guns not to make them pretty, but more to make them usable. My preference is to use a gun that looks it's age, but well taken care of. I can't afford the pretty stuff myself, but they sure look nice when they get that face lift and new wood! I'm more of a purist, i like a gun that shows wear and tells many stories from the past. I think your gramps Parker will do the same if you listen hard enough. Honestly I can't see sinking alot of money into a gun if you're not going to use and enjoy it. Enjoy the ride and live vicariously through your grandfather's life and his days with the old Parker.

Chris, AZ