New Guy with old Parker

[mobirdhunter]

Very nice! If you've not shot it 60 years, and it's just been sitting unused, the first order of business is to get it a good cleaning. That might correct those issues.

Again, a very nice gun.

Originally Posted by brad kuhn

Attached are some pics of the gun I have. It has not been fired in about 60 years and is in excellent condition. One pic may show some marring on the barrel, but that must be a lighting artifact as the barrels are nearly perfect.

One significant issue that I see is that the barrel will close but will not lock. The top lever stays extended and forearm latch lever will not close completely. I don't remember this being a problem the last time I fired it - 60 years ago. I may be overlooking something simple or it may need a gunsmith's attention.

Any thoughts on this issue?

Thanks,
Brad

[J. A. EARLY]

Originally Posted by brad kuhn

One significant issue that I see is that the barrel will close but will not lock. The top lever stays extended and forearm latch lever will not close completely. I don't remember this being a problem the last time I fired it - 60 years ago. I may be overlooking something simple or it may need a gunsmith's attention.

Any thoughts on this issue?

Thanks,
Brad

These issues need to be addresses and I don't think anyone has. If the lever stays to the right and appears loose you have a broken spring for the top lever. If you can't get the forearm to go on perhaps the the gun was dry fired and the ejectors have fired and they need to be recocked. If you can answer these two questions with more detail someone can advise you.

Is the lever wobbly with no tension once the barrels are closed onto the frame?

The photo looks as if the lever is just not fully closed on the forearm. This happens on guns that the tolerances are tight. Try pressing the forearm against the barrels with your hand and assist the lever to close gently without pushing too hard, with your fingers. It should close.

Maybe that is why it has not been fired for so long and retained its condition; it was broken.

[Reggie B]

You got some good information on a very nice Parker! Join the PGCA! It is an outstanding organization to be part of.

[Brad Kuhn]

I am a Parker Gun Collectors Association member; I joined a few day ago. I am interested in the research letter.
Brad Kuhn

[Joe D.]

Very Nice inheritance!! Are you sure you're not confusing joining the forums with joining The Parker Gun Collectors Association? To join PGCA go to the homepage and select "Membership". For the $40.00 dues you get benefits far exceeding your investment. Check it out. Parker Pages magazine (very high quality), reduced research letter cost ($40. instead of $100. non- PGCA member cost, and access to Members Only sections of the forum. Believe me, the best $40. VALUE ever! Welcome!

[Brad Kuhn]

Joe, I was confused. As of now, I believe I am a member of the Association and the forums.

[Jim P.]

Welcome, Brad! Beautiful Parker probably comes with "loads" of memories. Enjoy your membership.

[Joe D.]

You are, indeed, a member of the PGCA! Welcome, Brad! As time permits, be sure to check out the members only sections of the forum. I am pretty sure that you will like what you see!!

[B. Dudley]

It looks like a very nice honest gun in great condition!

[Richard Flanders]

Nice! Pretty rare to see a V grade in that condition, and especially with that much case coloring iintact.