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Unread 04-08-2016, 05:31 AM   #1
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You mentioned the gun has been refinished, so I'm guessing it's not a real collector specimen. You apparently like the gun but don't like the chokes. Pretty simple to just open the chokes to what you like. Under no circumstance would I cut the barrel though, that seems to kill the value of a gun pretty quick. Just some thoughts.
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One of the first things I do looking at a possible purchase is measure the chokes. If they have been "opened" I walk away. They may be fine, but there is a good chance the work was not done well and patterns will suffer.

It's harder to buy a short fast open choked Parker than some other makers. Took me a long time to find a unaltered 26 inch I/C Mod gun. Collector aside pure cost vs result, Better to buy the right tool than make one.

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Kirk check your pm's
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I have had Briley re choke several guns over the years, various makes, and have been very happy with all of them. The cost is $95 per barrel and you cannot tell by looking that anything has been done. Another plus is if you want a pictular restriction ,ie .010 or .015 thousands , they measure the bore and that is what you get. Carvel
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Thanks everyone for the advice, I've purchased a couple 12 gauge reproductions and will be leaving the GH original. I may get it out every so often and hunt with some spread-r shells.
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Kirk- I am happy with my Repros- wish I had more.
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