Value for Parker PH 12 ga SXS with parker steel barrels

[Dean Romig]

Originally Posted by Austin W Hogan

Mark has indicated that many PHPS guns show as PHPT, but sometimes have a "black barrel " note.

Best, Austin

Austin, do you and Mark take that to mean those guns with that note have twist barrels that were rust blued?

[Old and Reliable]

I have a PH 12 with 30" twist barrels, DT No 2 frame, 12.5% tool steel bolt design, PGCA lettered to 1902- but with orginal length stock to DHBP, PG- good modern dims for me (surprising as many 1900 era field Parkers had a lot of drop- older shooting style)-- I had Brad check out the barrels, use either 2.5 RST or light 2.75 AA loads- patterns show about full right barrel and imp. mod left- and they pattern a tad high-

I like it- have dropped many barn pigeons and pest birdies with it since I bought it in March this year- But as I have 4 other 12 side-by-sides with that barrel length- well- but after I shot 16 yd. trap (wanted to try wobblers too) at Lapeer- it's a "Keeper" as I can see the going away clay over the muzzles and bust it into pieces- almost automatically-

So- next year, now that I have been to my first ever "Yooper" and am hooked for life on that event- I'll use it for the pigeon ring and balloon busting derby-

Why would anyone re-blue Twist or Damascus pattern barrels anyway?

[Perry Lizotte]

I would like to thank everyone for their time and info provided,it's very much appreciated.It should help in selling this fine old shotgun,thanks again.
Perry

[Opening Day]

Wonder if he got any "pm's" on this gun......

[Perry Lizotte]

Hi Eric to answer your question,no i did not get any pm's on the shotgun.
Perry

[Brian McMahon]

I just recently bought this gun. I pick it up Monday at my FFL dealer. I will find someone one to see if I should get stock replaced. I love the gun Its my first parker.

[John D.]

Congratulations Brian! I wondered why the older thread was resurrected - and frankly, can't find a better reason. I noted Austin replied years ago...

I miss him.

Keep us posted, OK?

John D.

[Bill Zachow]

I was wondering if Austin made it back..........

[Brian McMahon]

Wow thanks John and Bill for your reply. Not sure who Austin is but it sounds like he is a good guy. could anyone of you guys tell me where or who I should have look at my parker PH to decide abount stock and butt plate replacement? I relly love the gun and want to do the right thing for it. I live in New Jersey. Thanks for any response. Brian

[Bill Murphy]

Less is more on restoration. Renew the thread to get more advice. I don't think the stock needs to be replaced. It is wonderful in its present condition.