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Lot 1429: Documented Factory Engraved Parker Brothers VH Grade Shotgun

Documented Factory Engraved Parker Brothers VH Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Lot 1429: Documented Factory Engraved Parker Brothers VH Grade Shotgun

Documented Factory Engraved Parker Brothers VH Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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Documented Factory Engraved Parker Brothers VH Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufacturer: Parker Bros
Model: VH
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 26 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1052
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 346
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured in the post 1934 Remington era as one of only 2,293 in this configuration of a total of 78,659 VH Grade guns built according to page 258 of "The Parker Story" by Gunther, Mullins, Parker, Price, and Cote. Blued Vulcan Steel barrels with dual white bead sights on the concave, matted solid rib which is marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN, CT. U.S.A. VULCAN. STEEL", 2 3/4" chambers with single extractor, choke constrictions .024/.034 inches, and standard markings on the flats. The casehardened action displays the VH pattern of engraving consisting of zig zag line borders with "PARKER" on the underside. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with engraved fittings and Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with hard rubber Parker grip cap, blank inscription shield, and dog's head buttplate. The above configuration is confirmed on page 603 of "Parker Gun Identification and Serialization" by Price and Fjestad. Stock measurements: 1 1/2 inch drop at comb; 2 1/2 inch drop at heel; 14 inch length of pull; weight 6 lbs 12 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine, retaining 90% original blue with some thinning, 70% original case colors with the balance silvered, and light general handling evidence. The wood is fine with scattered light marks and pressure dents and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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