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

[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.

[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.

[Keith Doty]

Congratulations. Very nice! And all the better to have been a grandfathers. I'd say quite rare to come across a VH in that condition. You definitely should send off to our esteemed researcher for a letter. Then you need a good cleaning , some shells and a box of clays!

[Jim P.]

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