*** 1878 12 Bore Lifter ***

[Dean Romig]

It was an upgrade from Twist.





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[Ray Walker]

ok got it . Then where does Laminated fit in ?

[Ray Walker]

More pics

[Dean Romig]

Originally Posted by Ray Walker

Ok ok got it . Then where does Laminated fit in ?

I’ve seen Laminated Steel mostly on Grade-1 guns but not limiter to that grade.
Depending on the year of manufacture, like the very laty 18&0’s and the 1890’s on both hammer and hammerless guns is when this is more the rule than the exception.






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[Ray Walker]

Got it. Thanks for the great info.

[ArtS]

I have a couple of that vintage. It was always my understanding that the Grade 2 was the first grade that had any sculpting on the balls. My guess is that it is a Grade 2.

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Edit

Forgive the stupid post. I posted it not realizing there were multiple pages.

By the way, spend $80 and join while getting the letter, and save $20.

[Mike of the Mountain]

Originally Posted by Ray Walker

This is a new to me 0 Grade lifter . No. 2 frame with 30” Damascus marked barrels that ring true .Nice shiny bores with just a couple small pits . On face and very solid overall. Wood fits tight and is free of cracks . Checkering is excellent and well defined. Serial #13076.
Picked her up at a local shop it had just come in with a bevy of other guns from a WW 1 veterans estate . It was covered with dust and some mold. It honestly looked bad but the bore looked clean . I took a chance and picked it up for $350 out the door. I spent a couple hours cleaning it up carefully as to not harm any of the underlying finish that had patina. I think it cleaned very nicely and I am thrilled with the purchase. This is my first lifter and I do plan on shooting it .

I have a couple other later Hammerless Parker’s so this is not my first Parker. I am however not familiar with the Lifter models. I’m am curious as to the value in the current market ?

Also since I plan on shooting it any advice on do and donuts or care for the lifter model would be greatly appreciated.

That’s a beautiful gun for your first lifter action. That’s an even better price!! You did well.

[edgarspencer]

Originally Posted by Dean Romig

In my opinion the engraving style is that of a Grade 1, not a 2. A grade 2 of that era should have a bird on each lock plate.

The gun shown in the photos of gun grades for grade 2 Lifter does not have birds on it.

[B. Dudley]

Game on grade two hammer guns did not start until the transition period from lifter to top action. Around 24,000 serial range.

[Ray Walker]

Great info guys . I really have a lot to learn . I was off a bit in thinking it was a 0 grade. I am very happy learning more about it. I signed up for the member ship today and intend to get a letter for it.