New Member/Inherited Early 10ga.

[Jeffrey H. Smith]

I've attached a few more pics comparing the two barrel sets and forearms. There are some subtle differences in the engraving of the two forearms. This suggests a follow-up purchased of the second barrel which I suspect was the 30"

I am curious what size barrels were offered with these guns, especially lengths over 30". Does it look possible that this 30" was cut as well since the barrels don't "kiss" each other at the muzzle? And, oddly the barrels of the 23" DO "kiss" which was how I thought you determined barrel cuts.

And the barrel wall of the 23" is much thinner (and dented slightly) suggesting these were bored out (Open).

I also noticed the forearm of the thirty inch is slightly longer in length. You also can see the bead of the 23" very close to muzzle end.

Interesting to speculate what may have gone on here but seems the gun likely went back to Parker at some point. Sure would be nice if there were records and I read where a gun that was returned for work might be more likely to have a paper trail.

From what the Research Chairman posted, It doesn't sound like I'll get much?........ or should I order a Research letter anyway??