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Lot 1430: Parker Brothers VHE Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2021

Lot 1430: Parker Brothers VHE 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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Parker Brothers VHE Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

Manufacturer: Parker Bros
Model: VHE
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1459
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 346
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Description:

Manufactured post 1934 in the Remington era. Blued, Vulcan steel barrels with dual white bead sights on the matted, concave solid rib which is marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. VULCAN .STEEL", 2 3/4 inch chambers with ejectors, standard Parker proofs, and choke constrictions measured .037/.038 inches (full/full). The casehardened action bears standard VH Grade markings and light border engraving and features double triggers and a tang mounted automatic safety switch. Nicely figured, multi-point checkered splinter forend with Deeley latch release and pistol grip stock with hard rubber grip cap, blank inscription shield, and dog's head buttplate. The above configuration is confirmed on page 604 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 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 11 oz.

Rating Definition:

Very fine as professionally restored, retaining 95% plus blue finish which has taken on a plum patina, 75% original case colors, and light handling evidence. The revarnished wood is very good with scattered small dings and freshened sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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