New member with an old Parker

[Jeff Mayhew]

Thanks Richard! Yes, I believe there is a tendency for weapons used in security applications to be heavy on "handling wear" but light on "shooting wear." I have a Colt Thompson 1921 that was in the Massachusetts prison system from the 1930s until a few years ago, and it's in a similar state: worn stocks and finish, but barrel and internals virtually unused. The purist collector goes for condition, but I like guns with a bit of character and history to them, particularly if they are shootable.

[Bill Murphy]

I have a couple of Parkers that I would be glad to trade for a 1921 Colt Thompson. I have never owned one but I would like to.

[Jeff Mayhew]

Originally Posted by Bill Murphy

I have a couple of Parkers that I would be glad to trade for a 1921 Colt Thompson. I have never owned one but I would like to.

Sounds like blasphemy on this forum! But they are a hoot to shoot. We went out yesterday, in fact.

[Blind Dog]

Jeff, Those are wonderful old guns with a heck of a record, but you have to be up to date for the varments around here.