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Unread 11-26-2018, 03:19 PM   #1
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My dad gave me a Parker that he has had for years and recently had a friend clean up for him. From what I can tell it seems to be in good shape. From what I have found it seems to be a Parker VH made in 1902. If anyone has any other insights on it from the pictures below I would appreciate it.







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Unread 11-26-2018, 03:48 PM   #2
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if i read the serial number correctly -113432

it should be a 30" barreled 16 gauge - a nice combination
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From the screw holes in the rib, it may have had one of these

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on it at some point in time.
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Unread 11-26-2018, 06:31 PM   #4
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correct on the serial number and length. Sorry, I should have specified that in my post!
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yeah I assumed it must have had some sort of scope on their at some point. The screws and holes for mounting certainly do not appear to be original.
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I have a GH that had its rib drilled for one of those trifling sight contraptions. I sent the barrels to an engraver who made and engraved little screws to fill the holes. It actually looks pretty nice.
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Nathan that's a dandy combination, a 16 gauge with 30" tubes. If it was on an O frame I would try to buy it from you. Been looking for one,unsuccessfully so far. Before you shoot this one you should have the chambers measured. Most likely they are 2.5". If so shooting 2.75" ammo in it will create some increased pressures you can avoid with the proper ammo not to mention the additional thump it will give your shoulder.
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Appreciate the suggestion! I will definitely do that before shooting it.
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So, Ed, who is the engraver who tidied up your holes? My search for such a person has come up expensive.
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