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Lot #1469
Lot #1471

Lot 1470: Parker Brothers 16 Ga. GHE Grade Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Rare Factory Engraved Parker Brothers 16 Gauge GHE Grade Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 7, 2024

Lot 1470: Parker Brothers 16 Ga. GHE Grade Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Rare Factory Engraved Parker Brothers 16 Gauge GHE Grade Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: December 7, 2024

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $8,000
Price Realized:
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Rare Factory Engraved Parker Brothers 16 Gauge GHE Grade Double Barrel Shotgun Two Barrel Set

Manufacturer: Parker Bros
Model: Ghe
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1467
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 396
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: The bores are both mostly bright with some streaking.
Description:

Manufactured in 1924, according to the table on page 279 of "The Parker Story" by Gunther, Mullins, Parker, Price, and Cote, this is one of only 118 built in this configuration, with only 67 percent having ejectors like this example. Built with blued steel barrels featuring single bead sight on the matted concave solid rib which is marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. PARKER SPEC.STEEL", standard markings on the flats, and chambers measured 2 9/16 inches with automatic ejectors. The barrels are fitted to a casehardened actions featuring standard GH engraving of oval game bird scenes on the left, right, and underside surrounded by light scrollwork and line borders. The gun features double triggers and a tang mounted automatic safety. The gun is fitted with a nicely figured and multi-point checkered splinter forearm with Deeley latch and engraved fittings as well as a pistol grip stock with a Parker grip cap, "HJH" in the silver inscription shield, and JOSTAM Anti-Flinch Recoil Pad. Includes a second set of matching numbered 30 inch 16 gauge barrels with their own splinter forend and 2 9/16 inch chambers. Barrel measurements for the extra set (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .665/.666 inches; choke constriction .029/.029 inches; minimum wall thickness .029/.026 inches. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bore diameter nine inches from the breech .664/.666 inches; choke constriction .008/.025 inches; minimum wall thickness .021/.027 inches; 1 7/16 inch drop at comb; 2 5/8 inch drop at heel; 15 1/16 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs. 14 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retaining 90% plus original blue finish with scratches and loss concentrated at the breeches, 80% original case colors with the balance a fine grey, and otherwise light handling evidence. The revarnished wood is very good with numerous dings and scratches, added recoil pad, and mostly crisp engraving. Mechanically excellent.



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