I have a problem - HELP PLEASE

[ed good]

the parts are worth more than the whole....

[Tom Will]

I was wondering about all the things mentioned. What it would cost to make it functional again. I have 8 sxs already that are in fully functioning shape. Winchesters,Fox,LCSmiths,SempertKreighoff,Colt and a Trojan. I really didn't want or need a project gun. I did want an older shootable engraved Parker though. I hate to think of parting it out.
Mark, it is on a #2 frame and the lock up is as tight as can be. I will be heading to Chambersburg for the Lions club trout fishing derby the first weekend in May.I think that's only about 1/2 hour from you? The barrels have a nice bell ring to them. I'm pretty positive there is at least no firing pins, I don't know what else could be missing. I put a needle through the holes and could not feel a thing and you can see nothing in there. I may just try and get my money out of it and keep looking for another shooter. I will call DelGrego and talk to them and hopefully get some kind of ballpark price on repairing.
The safety will not move at all and triggers will not pull. This is teaching me to look more closely at a gun before I bring my wallet out. From looking at other Gh stocks, this stock has extra checkering just behind the reciever,above the triggers which makes it look like a little fancier stock, factory done for sure. I think I will join, this seems like a nice group of guys for sure, and thanks for all the helpful ideas.
Tom

[Pa SxS]

Tom,

If you mean Chambersburg Pa, yes it's about 45 minutes away. I'd be more than happy to meet you and see what's going on with your Parker.

I put a nail through the firing pin holes and it went to a depth of about 1" before hitting something, they are not free floating like some shotguns. As Autumn Daze said, there are no separate firing pins on a Parker. They are integral to the hammers and when the hammers are cocked, they are a good distance back from the breach face. Please see the Home Page, then Technical Info for pictures of what the hammer/firing pin looks like.

As far as the safety not working, as Richard Flanders stated, it's very easy when reassembling the stock to get the linkage not properly configured with the safety. It's a pain in the neck but that could be all that's wrong with it. Have it taken apart (wouldn't recommend it unless you've done it before) and properly reassembled.

Let me know if I can help.

Chuck Bishop

[edgarspencer]

Safeties are known to 'freeze" up when old oil dries. If they are stuck 'ON', you won't be able to pull the triggers/fire, and it it won't fire, the hammers are too far back to see the pin end. Start with the safety; squirts some PB blaster under it, and with a soft piece of wood against it, tap it forward, then see if it fire. You're working yourself up too quickly.
And, Oh yes, $500 is not bad at all, even if it needs a tad bit of work. There are plenty of people out there with parts IF it comes down to that.

[Bill Murphy]

Don't try to force the safety forward unless the gun is closed and the lever at center. Otherwise you will bend or break the automatic safety link. As recommended, put some thin lube under the safety slide and use a plastic or wood tool to push the safety forward. Tap, tap, tap. Same with the triggers if they are still stuck when the safety is working freely. I've never heard of a Parker with the hammers removed. Your gun is likely "all there".

[George Lander]

Tom: If you still have your Parker when you come to Myrtle Beach, SC and you are coming down I-95 you may want to make a short side trip over to Darlington Gun Works, Darlington, SC and let Jim Kelly look over your gun & give you an estimate on the cost of repairs. Jim's phone number is (843) 393-3931. And, yes, it does sound like you got a good buy regardless.

Best Regards, George

[Tom Will]

Well, my membership dues is on the way. Edger/Bill I put some blaster and taptaptap, I now have a workable gun with firing pins. I put some scotch tape on snap caps (gun very hard to close) and fired, pins breaking the tape, safety going on when opening. I'm sure that it needs a good cleaning inside before using it, but THANKS to you guys for all the help.
George, if I don't find someone sooner to clean the gun, I will definately give Jim a call.
Chuck I may just take you up on your offer.
Thanks again
as you all can tell, I'm very excited

[Big D]

Doncha love it when a plan comes together? Congrats to all involved!

[Big Friend Ten (BFT)]

Tom,

Welcome to the PGCA!!!

Mark

[Kensal Rise]

Tom:
I live not far from you near Canton. If you have any other concerns, I can take a look at your Parker for you gratis. I've fixed so many of them I'm starting to look like a Parker.

Best, Kensal