Hello Jay-
The Grade 2 didn’t have a skeleton buttplate as a standard feature. That became standard on the Grade 3. The wood on a Grade 2 was also generally as you describe - some better, some not so much.
Further, the position of the lever, by itself, is only a clue as to the kind of care the gun received in its life but other aspects, as Jerry mentions, need to be examined and considered as parts of the whole.
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Originally Posted by Jay Baskette
Interesting comment on barrel pitting. I had not thought of it that way. My concern before buying was whether there might be a pit or two deep enough to render it unsafe to shoot. Also took note of Brian's comment on top lever position, in regards to Parkers. The wood seems to have a little tiger figure on bottom of stock, but uninspiring on main blank. I am surprised it has the standard Parker butt-plate, instead of a skelletal metal one. The engraving is worn a bit, and not as highly detailed as my DH. This will be the first Damascus barrelled gun I have ever owned and am excited by the refinishing potential to bring back the beauty of the pattern.
Will post pictures as soon as I can figure how to transfer them from phone to this page. I am taking it to G.Pfrommer early next week for evaluation, cleaning and consultation on restoration work.
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