Old Parker - New User

[Mike Franzen]

It would also be a good idea to give the barrel length and serial number so we could look it up and see if it is listed in the serialization book. This could give clues as to how original the gun is now as compared to when it left the factory. If it were my Grandads Parker I would have that gun restored and then use it. Unless it was owned by someone famous it will not have great collector value. I agree with Robin that it will increase in value if it is restored.

[Glenn]

Hi Mike. Here's all the spec's I could find. Thanks for your input.

barrel length 28"

serial number 223054 (multiple places on barrel, frame and stock)

stampings on barrel flat
- HTA (HT over the A)
- V (in a circle)
- 3" (3 with 11 in superscript)
- "OVERLOAD
PARKERBROS
PROVED"

stampings on barrel lug
- 12
- 1 1/2

stampings on barrell rib
PARKER BROS MAKERS MERIDEN CT USA VULCAN STEEL