16 gauge 32" VH 1 frame

[Brian H]

Thanks everyone, its relative to condition I understand. If you have three equal condition16 gauge VH pistol grip guns next to each other in three different barrel lengths and you start the 28" at $2K from comments here....... I think a 30" would fetch $2.5K...... a 32" would fetch $3K+. Its a little simpler to wrangle in this instance since there is only one feature that stands out in the value difference.

These are always great discussions and I understand condition blended with unique configuration can't simply be plotted on a graph. One thing that can't be calculated is personal desire to own a particular gun. For me I am doing my best to acquire Parkers that have unique features that are diamonds in the rough usually based on a condition issue(s). Most everything I have bought needs a little care from one of the fine folks we all know.....Chris, Brian or Brad.

[Jeff K.]

I think you are in the $4000 range give or take $500.

[Bill Murphy]

I misread the original post and thought the gun was being offered for $3000, hence my comment. I paid half again as much for my last 32" V Grade 16. In pretty nice condition, it sold in about eight minutes, on this site.

[Setter Man]

20/32, 1-frame VHE. The long barrels are sublime.

[Double Lab]

Originally Posted by Jay Gardner

20/32, 1-frame VHE. The long barrels are sublime.

That they are!

[Setter Man]

And a 16/32, 1-Frame would be identical in size and overall appearance. A 16/32 would be a fantastic gun especily with a straight stock.

[Fishtail]

The 0 frame 16 is way overrated. The #1 frame is a better frame for most people in terms of fit and balance.

[Double Lab]

Originally Posted by greg conomos

The 0 frame 16 is way overrated. The #1 frame is a better frame for most people in terms of fit and balance.

They each have their own uses. My 32" 20 DHE, and my 32" 16 VHE, both have straight grips and are on a 1 frame. They excel as target guns.
My O frame 20's and 16's are much better suited to bird hunting as they are lighter and easier to carry all day. Now the 00 frame is another story. Just my opinion-mileage may vary.

[Fishtail]

Originally Posted by Daryl Corona

They each have their own uses. My 32" 20 DHE, and my 32" 16 VHE, both have straight grips and are on a 1 frame. They excel as target guns.
My O frame 20's and 16's are much better suited to bird hunting as they are lighter and easier to carry all day. Now the 00 frame is another story. Just my opinion-mileage may vary.

To each his own, but I think (?) a 1 frame weighs within 1/2-3/4 lb of an 0 frame.

In any case, I'm really referring more to the 'ergonomics' of the gun. A 0 frame can be a bit dainty at times for the average grown male. IMO.

[Bill Murphy]

I have 0 frame and 1 frame 16 gauges with 26" and 28" barrels that weigh 6 1/4 pounds.