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Unread 12-15-2019, 03:38 PM   #21
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There is also a 16 gauge I want but haven’t had success contacting the owner ... yet!
I’m vascillating to replace a VH 16 gauge 1 frame straight grip 30” that was tighter than the hinges of hell (choke wise) I traded of 25 years ago , just haven’t seen the one that’ll make me write the check . And I even eased up and am receptive to PG as well LOL’s
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Got a very nice high condition 20ga DH with straight grip, 26" barrels with a weight of 6lb 1 oz with letter and hang tags and perfect dimensions for me from PGCA member Josh at the Vintagers.
There was a time I only wanted 26” barreled Parker’s or any SxS for that matter . I’ve obviously gotten over that but when a person says 26” I automatically think bird barrels IE open for grouse quail etc
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Modest year, but the highlight is the GH Damascus 20 bore I picked up in March...28" with the factory right barrel cylinder, left Mod., it proved deadly on doves this season. Followed by a 1 1/2 frame, late Meriden VH 12 in April, and finally a straight grip VH 20 with 26" barrels and nice stock dimensions weighing a svelte 6 lbs. even, in nice "original" condition in October.
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My focus this year was small bores and it was very successful, although a few big bores found their way in too.

A bunch of 16's. Several on the 0 frame, a 0 frame G hammer gun, a 1 frame with 26 inch barrels may be the best handling of the bunch

A GH 20 with Damascus barrels

A GH 28 (that used to be a 20 Damascus) that may be the favorite.

Several others. Although not new, Brian Dudley completed my VH 20 project which was a labor of love and turned out great. Patience and money were well rewarded
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Re-joined PGCA after numerous years. Life got in the way.
I was gifted my Parker from my father about 40 years ago. He and I hunted with it for too many years to count.
Not fancy, but a beautiful 12 Ga.
It is "PH" grade. Serial #71360
Made: Sep 17, 1894
Damascus, 30" BBL

Going to get it out and do some quail hunting this new year. Live in Montana, good place to hunt.
Good to be back.
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Unread 12-16-2019, 06:52 PM   #26
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I picked up two L. C. Smiths -- a 26 inch 1903 3E 16 gauge and a grade 4 12 with what I believe is an original skeleton steel buttplate. A Parker C grade 12 hammer gun and CHE 16, both with Bernard Steel barrels; a VHE 2 frame 30 inch, straight/splinter gun from 1912; a BH 12 straight/splinter from the 1890s; and a Quality U 12, also with straight/splinter and 30 inch barrels. Two Rook Rifles (one a Holland and Holland) rounded out the year. Working on fulfilling my promise to my wife to scale back the buying next year.
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Garry, as they say around here "you done good"
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I was blessed to become the caretaker of a lifter 20 gauge this year.... and learned a ton in the process. Also a 1 frame GH 12. Looking forward to 2020!!
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I sooooo want a hammer 20!!!
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Mark, I absolutely love the gun. Needs some work. However, the reception and input from fellow PGCA members has been more than amazing. Meeting Charlie Herzog and talking with Gary Carmichael.... priceless!!
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