New Member, Arizona, Inherited a few Parkers

[Phil C]

Nick, a very respectable shop in your area is William Larkin and Moore. They specialize in double guns and might be your best bet for someone to provide you with a realistic idea on value.
The problem with anyone giving an estimate is there are varying degrees of expertise, and knowing what to look for in originality as well as functionality which is critical. Also knowledge of what the current market is doing.
When you get estimates between $2200 and $6,000 you realize some of the people doing the estimates are just guessing.
As Bruce points out there are many things to consider when putting a fair value on any vintage gun.

[Nick Visokey]

Originally Posted by Phillip Carr

Nick, a very respectable shop in your area is William Larkin and Moore. They specialize in double guns and might be your best bet for someone to provide you with a realistic idea on value.
The problem with anyone giving an estimate is there are varying degrees of expertise, and knowing what to look for in originality as well as functionality which is critical. Also knowledge of what the current market is doing.
When you get estimates between $2200 and $6,000 you realize some of the people doing the estimates are just guessing.
As Bruce points out there are many things to consider when putting a fair value on any vintage gun.

Thank you. Looks like they have a bunch of them there. I contacted them. They should be good and are not that far from me.

[Mike of the Mountain]

Nice solid D grade Parker. I'd agree with Craig in the $2500 ballpark and that's on the high side.

[Gene Chohon]

Nick
I’m in the West Valley and know other Parker Collectors here.
After you have determined your Value Range, perhaps a direct sale to other local collectors
would net you more money. Dealers will take around 20% commission to auction. If they buy, expect to receive less than 65% of appraisal value. Good luck. Contact me if want to discuss more. Regards. Gene