Advice on a DHE

[SallyDeane]

Hello; I wanted some advice on a Parker handed down by my grandfather; I am NOT looking to sell it, I just wanted to know whether there is anything special about the gun, what if any treatment I should give it, and whether there are any Parker experts or shops in the Chicago area I should consult. Note I do understand I can't use today's loads on a Damascus barrel.

I do have the research letter which says the gun was ordered on Sept 19, 1910, and is "a DHE hammerless 12-gauge. It featured Damascus Steel barrels with a length of 30 inches. Its stock configuration was a capped pistol grip. Its specifications were: Length of Pull 14" Drop at Heel 3 1/4" and Weight 7 pounds to 7 1/4 pounds. The requested choke was RH 3/4 and LH Full. The price was $100 with an additional $25 for ejectors. The letters "PJD" were engraved on the shield [my grandfather's initials]"

The gun is in good condition and certainly rarely or perhaps even never fired. I have attached some pictures to give you an idea of its condition.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!

Sally Deane