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Randy, I inherited this Parker from my aunt and her husband. I am trying to get smarter on everything Parker. I was reading Parker Frequently Asked Questions trying to learn about Chokes on Parkers and was just a little confused with the tag - you cleared it up for me. This Parker was used exclusively for quail hunting by my aunt's husband. It was ordered by my aunt as a gift to her husband. I have all the original paperwork and tag but nothing about chokes except the tag. Sounds like the choke was special ordered just for birds - do you agree? Thanks for your repsonse.
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12-03-2018, 04:27 PM
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I would tend to think that combination was requested by someone with something specific in mind, most likely it was bird hunting. You had mentioned getting smarter in all things Parker, buy "The Parker Story" if you have not already. I believe there is a set listed for sale on the site now. Best of luck with your gun, shoot it and enjoy it !
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12-03-2018, 04:31 PM
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Thank you Randy!
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12-03-2018, 06:24 PM
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Cyl/Mod or Cyl/Full chokes on a Parker ordered for upland bird hunting (quail, grouse, woodcock, pheasants over dogs, and birds of open country over dogs) were very popular and quite common.
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I see that you purchased TPS from Brian. That will keep you occupied for some time. It's a great source of information you will enjoy. Also you appear to be a NC resident so I would suggest that you consider attending the Southern this spring. Lots of Parkers there for your viewing and studying pleasure.
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12-04-2018, 10:28 AM
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Thanks Randy. I intend to be there. I have a knee replacement coming up near that time but hopefully I will be ready to go by then!
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I have a 20 gauge Parker that letters with cyl/mod chokes. It is a great combination for upland hunting.
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12-04-2018, 09:14 PM
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Wow, that hang tag is in great shape! That gun's configuration has a lot of desirable features for bird hunting beyond the chokes -- it's pretty light for a Parker 12, and the drop at heel suggests it was made for rising birds. A great combination of specifications. The gun likely balances well as that is generally an intrinsic element of an untampered with Parker. Even with 26" barrels, I'll bet you can keep the swing on that gun. I just hope you have birds to shoot at!
Sure would be great to see the gun. If it's as good as the hang tag...
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