If the gun is missing the original barrels, I'd want to know where the replacement set came from. Were they factory added and serial numbered to the gun? If the work was done by Parker there may be a record of this happening, in which case I'd personally feel better about the barrels being replacements. Do you know for sure that the barrels were in fact "lost" and not damaged or destroyed, necessitating a new set? (i.e. are they even out there to be found?) Also for a gun this rich in history, is there any documentation of it's accomplishments and previous owner?
Just some thoughts,
Mike
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"A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercises, I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise and independence to the mind. Games played with the ball, and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks." - Thomas Jefferson
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