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Lot #1375

Lot 1374: Engraved Parker Brothers DHE Grade 20 Ga. Double Barrel Shotgun

Documented Factory Engraved Parker Brothers DHE Grade 20 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2021

Lot 1374: Engraved Parker Brothers DHE Grade 20 Ga. Double Barrel Shotgun

Documented Factory Engraved Parker Brothers DHE Grade 20 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2021

Estimated Price: $6,000 - $9,000
Price Realized:
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Documented Factory Engraved Parker Brothers DHE Grade 20 Gauge Double Barrel Shotgun with Case

Manufacturer: Parker Bros
Model: DHE
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 20
Barrel: 24 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2247
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 284
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Blued Titanic steel barrels with single brass bead sight on the matted, vent rib, with doll's head extension. The rib is marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL" and the chambers measure 2 1/2 inch chambers with ejectors. Casehardened, size "0" frame and boxlock action with the standard DH Grade engraving consisting floral scroll engraving surrounding Parker Bros. banners and hunting dog scenes on both sides and a covey of pheasants on the underside. The trigger guard and barrel release are engraved in the same fashion. Standard markings on the water table, double triggers, and automatic tang safety. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered walnut splinter forend with Deeley latch release and engraved fittings and pistol grip stock with tear drop flats, Parker Bros. grip cap, blank inscription oval, and ventilated rubber recoil pad. The above configuration is confirmed when the gun was built in 1923 on page 518 of "Parker Gun Identification & Serialization" by Price and Fjestad. Includes a leather mutton leg takedown case. Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bores 9 inches from the breech measure .623/.630 inches; choke constriction .021/.026 inches; minimum wall thickness .026/.031 inches; 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/8 inch drop at heel; 14 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 1 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retaining 98% original blue on the barrels with 20% case colors mostly in the protected areas with the balance an attractive silver patina. The wood is fine with numerous dings and scratches, a few nicks from the high edges, hardened recoil pad, and well-defined checkering. The case is very good with mild wear. Mechanically excellent.



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