11-Gauge Parkers

[Richard B. Hoover]

Dave,

The Draper patent two piece shell is short enough for these chambers, but the diameter is too large. Have you ever sen one with a head diameter arount ..820 to .825" that would fit these chambers. I am not familiar with the two piece Draper configuration. How did that shell work and can you post a photo of it? I am still hoping someone can find a shell stamped "11A" or "11".

[Autumn Daze]

Richard, Here are a few pictures of the Draper Patent 2 piece shell. I believe it was primed with a Berdan primer or a percussion cap. The headstamp reads Patent Nov.29th 1864 F D and Co.