New member in need of assistance

Gordon Holman · 03-12-2013, 01:10 PM

Thanks Jim. I really appreciate your thoughts on what to do and the "light fix". What would you estimate a "tune' up" would cost? Thanks again, Gordon

Jim DiSpagno · 03-12-2013, 02:11 PM

Gordon, not seeing or having the gun in hand, would be tough to estimate. Without dent removal, probably couple hundred at most if there are no broken parts internally. Best guess. Chambers are probably 2 9/16" so low pressure or lite loads should be used. It would be worth it to send the gun to a reputable double gunsmith for a proper evaluation. There are several real good guys throughout the country. Where are you located? Many will chime in with recommendations. Good Luck Jim

Gordon Holman · 03-12-2013, 03:21 PM

Jim,
I live in Portland, OR. If you would provide your e-mail I can send you the photos to look at. Just yet not up-to-speed on how to upload to this website. Appreciate the estimate of cost. Gordon

Jim DiSpagno · 03-12-2013, 03:47 PM

I believe Keith Kearcher is out that way. GOOGLE his name and he can help you. Jim
Keith Kearcher LLC
60232 Ridgeview Drive
Bend, Oregon
1-541-717-9299
By appointment only

edgarspencer · 03-12-2013, 04:37 PM

Gordon, it's a shame you don't have anyone in the family that could better appreciate it's colorful history. My dad's first Parker was also a VH 16, and while I can't claim he did the exciting things you can, the gun is still one of my most prized things he passed on to me.
I have an 1873 Winchester that my dad's great aunt took with her when she crossed the country in a Conestoga wagon. She was a school teacher and missionary and went out to Nebraska to teach at a Christian Indian school. She bought the gun new, and used it regularly. I have her Mills cartridge belt and an Indian rug that was given to her daughter by Tribal members in appreciation. She rode out the great blizzard of 1888 in a sod house, and no doubt the rug kept them warm. These are the things which mean the most to caretakers who retain direct lineage to their original owners.
That's my dad's Parker across my lap in my picture. I had just bagged two grouse that morning.

Gordon Holman · 03-13-2013, 01:12 AM

Jim, thanks for the referral to Keith Kearcher. I easily located his website and have sent him an e-mail with the photos attached.

Edgar, thanks for making contact and your comments. I wish I had someone to pass this shotgun onto but it is best that it eventually end up in the hands of someone who really appreciates the Parker brand.

Gordon

C grade · 03-13-2013, 06:47 AM

Gorgon
Welcome aboard. Great family gun and even though many members would be interested in owning it,try and keep it in the family. I am on Gun Values Board and mentioned PGCA to you. If I can help please let me know
David

Gordon Holman · 03-13-2013, 09:05 AM

Hi David,
Thanks for your greeting. I was certainly steered to the right place when you mentioned PGCA!

Unfortunately there will be no family transfer of this asset as that requires responsibility on the receiver's part. My only option, that I can control, is to find an individual that will appreciate not only the Parker but that its owner had a rich and colorful past and that he truly respected the shotgun while he owned it. I can only be viewed as a temporary caretaker.

I am looking to connect with that right individual as soon as possible so if you can assist in that effort it would be much appreciated.

Thanks again. Gordon

Jim DiSpagno · 03-13-2013, 10:09 AM

One option, is to donate it to The PGCA along with the history and stories that go with it. That way it will be around for as long as this association. Just a thought. Jim