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Lot #3439

Lot 3438: Antique Parker Brothers Grade 1 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Documented Antique Parker Brothers Grade 1 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Lot 3438: Antique Parker Brothers Grade 1 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Documented Antique Parker Brothers Grade 1 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 15, 2022

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Documented Antique Parker Brothers Grade 1 Double Barrel Hammer Shotgun

Manufacturer: Parker Bros
Model: Grade 1
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 30 inch solid rib
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1933
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 240
Class: Antique
Description:

Manufactured in 1888, one of only 851 produced in this configuration according to page 268 of "The Parker Story" by Gunther, Mullins, Parker, Price, and Cote. Laminated steel barrels with single steel bead sight on the matted, concave solid rib marked "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. LAMINATED STEEL.", chambers measured at 2 9/16 with single extractor, and choke constrictions measured at .030/.032 inches. The casehardened top action displays standard Grade 1 light engraving and features "PARKER BROS." on either side as well as double triggers and rebounding hammers. Lightly figured splinter forend with Deeley latch and pistol grip stock with blank inscription shield in the wrist. The above configuration is confirmed on page 213 of "Parker Gun Identification and Serialization" by Price and Fjestad. Stock measurements: 1 5/8 inch drop at comb; 2 9/16 inch drop at heel; 14 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 7 lbs 13 oz.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retaining 40% original case colors with the balance a silver patina and an attractive brown patina on the barrels. Light handling evidence overall. The reoiled wood is very fine with scattered dings and scratches and well-defined checkering. Mechanically excellent.



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