HUGE 2 BORE F. JACOB BARTELS WATERFOWLING SHOTGUN.

SN 8886. Cal. 2 ga.? Approx 1.16 Bore diameter, 1.082 Muzzle diameter. 1.190 Shell base diameter. This exceptionally large, well made gun has 39″ steel bbls with concave game rib, which are engraved “Fried. Jac. Bartels.” and “Weisbaden.” on tops. Bbl flats (locking lug) are stamped “8886” and “15 Gr P85 Gr BI”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with German imperial proofs post 1891. Sling loop is screwed and soldered to bottom rib. Massive, blued steel, Collath type tip down action with large left pivoting locking lever with checkered grasping piece, and pin type cocking indicators, has border engraving with some minor flourishes of scroll. Front projection of action is engraved “No. 8886″. This number is also stamped near pivot point. Scrolled steel trigger guard attaches to trigger plate at two points, and is basket-weave engraved. Plain European walnut semi pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Silver type pad and 2-1/2″ cast iron extension. Stock features nicely cut checkering with broad mullered borders at grip, and double line borders on forepiece. Stock also features large right hand cheekpiece and has sling loop on toe line. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 26 lbs. 14 oz, LOP 14-1/4”. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain nearly all of an older re-blue, over some light pitting, as does action. Stock appears to have most of its orig finish. Pad has crystallized and deteriorated. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny. There is a 3″ crease and some dents on top of left bbl. 51393-8 MGM60 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 2238

*FACTORY ENGRAVED 21-4 WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SKEET GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 23527. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, “3 IN. & 2 3/4 CHAM.” marked on left side of bbl. Marked “WS-1 / WS-2″ chokes. Engine turned bbl lug & flats. Wedding band engraving at breeches. Bradley red front & center bead. Beavertail forend, checkered in diamond pattern. Inside of forend iron engine turned. Auto ejectors. Model 21 receiver has been upgraded to Style 21-4 factory engraving July 7, 1978, as per Cody letter, when the 3” chamber was factory modified. Cody letter reflects multiple subsequent return and repair records on this gun. Gun marked “SKEET” on floorplate ahead of trigger bow. Single selective trigger. Nicely grained walnut, Winchester capped pistol grip with checkered cheeks. LOP 13-1/2″ over brown Winchester solid pad. DAC 1-5/8″. DAH 2-3/8″. Auto safety. Accompanied by Cody Firearms Museum letter. CONDITION: Fine as refinished. Gun retains nearly all factory reapplied blue, small spot of oxidation at right muzzle. Mirror bores. Wood has been refinished, checkering sharp, slight handling marks in wood. Recoil pad fit not perfect. Gun has wobble at hinge, closes tight. Top lever right. Operates crisply. Strong ejectors. 51498-1 (5,000-8,500) C&R – Lot 2326

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*EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 21 STANDARD GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 4649. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ Bbls. 2-5/8″ chambers. Chokes marked Cyl/Mod. Full length matted top rib with ivory mid bead and brass front bead. Dbl triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Replacement full knob pistol grip buttstock of plain flame American walnut checkered in three-point pattern with 14-1/8″ LOP over Winchester HRBP. Replacement splinter forearm with early roll-type release checkered in three-point pattern. Unengraved frame. Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz. CONDITION: Excellent as partially refurbished. Buttstock and forearm are well done, nicely figured replacements as noted above. Bbls retain approximately 85% orig blued finish. Receiver retains 85% orig blued finish. Toned at high points and bottom of frame. Mechanics are very good. Brilliant shiny bores. 51658-3 JSL (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 2327

*GORGEOUS WINCHESTER MODEL 21 CUSTOM 12 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 7778. Cal. 12 ga. 25-1/8″ bbl (shortened). 2-3/4″ chambers. Chokes marked Imp Cyl/Mod, though currently choked Imp Cyl/Imp Cyl. Full length matted top rib with ivory front bead. Tops of bbls at breech with 2″ wedge of scroll. SST, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip replacement buttstock checkered in point and arrow pattern with checkered side panels and 14-1/8″ LOP over beautifully fitted skeleton steel BP. Beavertail forearm with roll type release near fully checkered in point and arrow pattern. Receiver is nicely scroll engraved with large bust of a lab in oval on trigger plate, surrounded by nicely executed shaded scrolls. Bust of scroll on trigger guard bow and at tang. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine as customized, retaining virtually all custom finish to both wood and metal. Likely only test fired since completion. Mechanics are crisp. Bores are bright and shiny. An elegant and not overdressed custom model 21. 51658-6 JSL (3,500-5,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 2328

*EXCELLENT WINCHESTER MODEL 21 FIELD GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 30126. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Chokes marked Mod/Full. Full length matted top rib with steel front bead. Sgl selective trigger, auto ejectors, auto safety. Full knob pistol grip buttstock checkered in two-point pattern is of flame grain American walnut with 14″ LOP over Winchester HRBP. Beavertail forearm checkered in five-point pattern with roll type release and triangular ebony tip. Jeweled bbl flats, breech face, and water table. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. CONDITION: Excellent overall. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be orig blued finish. Receiver retains nearly all of what appears to be its factory blued finish with minor toning. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with light minor handling marks and retain most of an older professional quality restored finish. Mechanics are excellent. Bores are bright and shiny. 51658-15 JSL (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 2329

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SKEET 12 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 13852. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Cyl/Mod, though marked “WS-1, WS-2”. Full length matted top rib with steel mid bead and red plastic front bead. Water table marked with usual address and patent info. Sgl selective trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Full pistol grip buttstock checkered in two-point pattern. 14″ LOP over checkered butt. Beavertail forearm with roll type release checkered in three panel pattern. Unengraved receiver marked “Skeet” behind trigger plate screw. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: Extremely fine as restored, retaining nearly all of a professionally restored finish to metal parts. Buttstock and forearm are superb factory quality replacements and retain most of their custom finish. Top tang and trigger guard are slightly proud. Brilliant shiny bores. Mechanics are very good. 51658-4 JSL (3,000-4,500) C&R – Lot 2330

*EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 21 FIELD GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 2303. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl. 2-5/8″ chambers. Chokes marked Mod/Full. Full length matted top rib with brass front bead. Dbl triggers, extractor, auto safety. Full knob pistol grip buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with 14-1/8″ LOP over Winchester HRBP. Splinter forearm with early roll type release checkered in three point pattern. Unengraved receiver. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished, retaining nearly all custom finish to both wood and metal. Left side of receiver with minor spotting at front. Stocks are glossy in finish and sound with a very minor grain separation at butt near middle on left side. Mechanics are very good. Top lever will not stay to right when opened. Bores with scattered minor pitting. 51658-1 JSL (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 2331

*EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 21 12 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 1430. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls. 2-5/8″ chambers. Choked Mod/Full. Full length matted top rib with steel front bead. Unmarked and unengraved frame. Dbl triggers, extractors, auto safety. Custom full knob buttstock checkered in two-point pattern with unsophisticated fleur-de-lis. 14″ LOP over Winchester HRBP. Beavertail forearm near fully checkered with same fleur-de-lis pattern. Weight: 7 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished, retaining nearly all refurbished finish to metal with some light pockmarks not completely filed and present through new blue though nothing offensive. Buttstock and forearm retain most of their custom finish with only minute handling marks. 51658-5 JSL (1,500-2,000) C&R – Lot 2332

*SCARCE EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SKEET SHOTGUN.

SN 23601. Cal. 410 ga. 27-1/2″ bbl. 3″ chambers. Choke marked Skeet. Steel front bead. Blued trigger. Plain slab walnut stock checkered in two-point pattern with 13-7/8″ LOP over Winchester HRBP. Forearm checkered with diamond pattern on sides. Unengraved blued receiver. Weight: 5 lbs. 13 oz. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl and frame retain nearly all orig blued finish. Magazine tube with approximately 80% orig blue. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with light handling marks and hunting bumps and retain most orig finish with some light finish added for preservation. Mechanics are excellent. Bores are bright and shiny. A very nice model 42 Skeet. 51690-1 JSL (4,750-7,000) C&R – Lot 2333

*WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SUPER PIGEON SHOTGUN WITH GOLD PUMP.

SN Y2003324. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ chamber. 30″ bbl with new style factory vent rib and fixed full choke. Trap configuration shotgun with number 5 engraving having hunting scenes with gold plated figures. Scene on right side features four flying mallards. Left side features two pointing dogs with flushing grouse. Scenes are surrounded by scroll engraving with punch dot backgrounds. Trigger guard bow, receiver extension and breech section of bbls also have scroll engraving. Bottom of extension has engraved pigeon. Jeweled bolt and carrier. White Bradley sight with white mid bead. Beavertail forearm and trap dimension Monte Carlo stock of gloss finished fancy black walnut. Stocks feature style A carving with stamped metal grip cap and orig red ventilated Winchester pad. Red, white and blue box with white label having hand written Super Pigeon, model number and SN information. Box contains instructions, hunters pocket guide, warranty card, and warranty gunsmith info. CONDITION: Very good. Magazine tube and slide bar show blue wear from normal operation. Action, bbl and stocks have very good finish. Very good bore. 51590-11 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2334

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*WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PIGEON UPGRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 1654991. Cal 12 ga. 2-3/4″ chamber. 28″ bbl, WS-1 choke having donut based round post vent rib. Beautiful upgraded shotgun having pigeon engraved on receiver extension. Jeweled bolt and carrier. Beavertail forearm of fancy walnut with pigeon grade checkering, having uncheckered center diamond. Straight grip stock of fancy walnut with Winchester plastic buttplate. Winchester two piece box has yellow label with hand written SN, corrected hand written bbl length and stamped markings “PIGEON GRADE” and select wood. Box contains instruction manual and has modern wax paper wrapping. Hang tag on gun is stamped “SPECIAL”, “PIGEON” and “SELECT WOOD”. CONDITION: Metal retains 99% reblued finish. Custom made stocks have very good filled satin finish. Very good bore. 51590-12 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 2335

*FINE UPGRADED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PIGEON GRADE TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 1153487. Cal. 12 ga. 2 3/4″ cham. 30″ bbl w/ 2-pin duckbill vent rib, Bradley-type front and mid beads, marked with standard Winchester roll markings and offset proofs, Full Choke. Receiver is engraved in full-coverage flowing scrollwork and relief gold inlays of game birds and pointing dogs. Appended metal, bbl chamber and muzzle, bolt and follower are engraved to match. Hanger engr w/left facing pigeon. Trigger bow features a gold retriever w/duck in mouth. Consignor states engr by Neil Hartliep (unsigned). Checkered release trigger and lock-out safety. Beautiful custom full-figured feather crotch walnut stock with monte carlo cheekpiece and stylized fleur-di-lies checkering, matching custom forend. LOP 14 3/4″ over solid black pad. PROVENANCE: The Brad Shepherd Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Retains most of its fine custom blue and wood finish. Stock has a few incipient cracks emanating from the head and some light scattered handling marks. Mechanics crisp. 51761-1 (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 2336

*WINCHESTER 12 GA MODEL 12 CUSTOM PIGEON GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 1927777. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choke marked Full. Full length matted ventilated top rib with steel mid and brass front bead. Bottom of bbl marked with custom pigeon which looks very much like what one might find on an orig pigeon grade in front of SN. Unengraved frame polished carrier. Buttstock checkered in two-point pattern is of flame grain American Walnut with 14-1/8″ LOP over black Morgan adjustable pad. Forearm checkered in diamond patterns. Weight: 8 lbs. 8 oz. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished and customized retaining nearly all custom finish to both wood and metal with only very light handling marks throughout. Mechanics are crisp. Bores bright and shiny. 51567-11 JSL (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 2337

*BRACE OF WINCHESTER M12 20 GA PUMP ACTION SHOTGUNS.

1) WINCHESTER 12. SN 1143028. Cal 20 ga. 28″ factory poly-choked steel bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Chokes marked Full. Lined forearm uncheckered buttstock with 13-1/4″ LOP over Pachmayr white lined waffle pad. Blued action. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. CONDITION: Very good retaining approx 60-70% orig blued finish. Bbl factory modified with poly-choke tube at muzzle – this was a factory option at the time this gun was produced. Wood is good with about 30% orig finish remaining with scattered scratches and hunting bumps. Action is good though a bit gummy. Bores bright and shiny. C&R 2) WINCHESTER 12CSTM. SN 1354828. Cal 20 ga. 28″ bbl. Choke marked Full. Small brass front bead painted red. Slimmed down custom reshaped forearm and buttstock with 12-5/8″ LOP over “Winchester” red pad. Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. CONDITION: Good. Bbl and receiver retain 40% orig blued finish. Buttstock and forearm are very good and retain most of their custom oil finish. Mechanics are very good. Bores are bright and shiny. A perfect gun to start your son, grandson, or granddaughter with! C&R 51500-31, 51500-32 JSL (700-1,000) – Lot 2338

*COLLECTOR’S LOT OF WINCHESTER M12 20 GA PUMP ACTION SHOTGUNS.

1) WINCHESTER 1912. SN 2313. Cal 20 ga. 25″ nickel steel bbl. Choke marked Mod. Small brass front bead. Lined forearm and uncheckered buttstock with 13-1/2″ LOP over Winchester checkered HRBP. Weight: 5 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: Excellent and easily one of the nicer of this model and gauge this cataloger has examined. Bbl and frame retain approx 90-95% lightly toned orig finish. Buttstock and forearm excellent and retain most of orig varnish with scattered light scratches, bumps and rubs. Mechanics are excellent. Bores bright and shiny. C&R 2) WINCHESTER 12. SN 1768124. Cal 20 ga. 28″ steel bbl. 2-3/4″ chambers. Chokes marked Mod. Lined forearm uncheckered buttstock with 14″ LOP over Winchester checkered buttplate. Blued action. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. CONDITION: Excellent. 95-97% orig blued finish to both wood and metal with just minor handling marks and a couple of light scratches throughout. Mechanics are crisp. Bore bright and shiny. C&R 3) WINCHESTER 12. SN 81487. Cal 12 ga. 30″ nickel steel bbl. Choke marked Full. Small brass front bead. Lined forearm and uncheckered buttstock with 13-3/4″ LOP over Winchester checkered HRBP. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. CONDITION: Very good as field used. Bbl and receiver retain 70% orig blued finish overall. Buttstock and forearm are very good with scattered handling marks and retain approx 80% orig finish. Mechanics are very good. Bore is bright and shiny. C&R 51500-48, 51500-51, 51500-54 JSL (1,250-1,750) – Lot 2339

*NEAR MINT PARKER VHE 12 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 231401. Cal 12 ga. 30″ Vulcan steel bbls. 2-5/8″ chambers. Choked Full/Full. Full length matted top rib with typical Vulcan steel legend and steel front bead. #1-1/2 frame and 4 lb. 3 oz unstruck bbl weight. Blued dbl triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock with Nickel-shield near toe, checkered in two-point pattern and 14-1/4″ LOP over orig Parker Brothers DHBP. Splinter forearm checkered in standard VH pattern with Deeley release and steel tip. Frame engraved in zig-zag border pattern and marked “Parker Bros” on sides. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine and near mint, this gun would make an outstanding benchmark Parker by which to judge others. Bbls retain 96-98% orig blued finish with light scratching toward breech end. Rib extension shows most of its orig high-polish blue and most of the orig polish marks are visible at the breech end of bbls. Receiver retains nearly all of its dark, bold case hardening with a couple of light scratches and beginning toning on bottom towards forearm. Trigger guard retains around 70% orig blue with toning and flaking. Buttstock and forearm are excellent, and retain nearly all of their orig finish with minor handling marks. Buttplate with small chipping at toe. Bores are brilliant and shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Consigned to us from the orig owner’s son and used very, very little. 51196-1 JSL (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 2340

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Please Note: Gun is identified in the Parker Gun and Serialization book as originally having 28″ barrels and pistol grip stock, now has 26″ barrels (probably reduced to this length) and straight stock – both of which were likely done at the time of restoration.

*SCARCE PARKER GHE 20 GA SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

SN 233345. Cal. 20 ga. 2-5/8″ chambers. Full length matted top rib with steel front bead. Chokes are Mod/Mod. #0 frame. Non-selective Miller sgl trigger, auto ejectors, auto safety. Straight grip buttstock with nickel-Shield engraved “M” of flame grained American Walnut checkered in three-point pattern with 14-1/8″ LOP over Parker DHBP. Splinter forearm checkered in standard GH pattern with Deeley release and steel tip. Receiver engraved in standard G grade pattern with pheasants on right and bottom, quail on left surrounded by light scroll. Housed in a light brown toe-under type case with maroon interior and modern Parker label. Case has cleaning rods and cleaning accessories. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. PROVENANCE: The Forest R. Marshall Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine as restored likely by Del Grego. Bbls retain nearly all of their restored rust-blued finish. Doll’s head ever so slightly rounded. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain nearly all of their professionally restored finish with a couple of scattered light handling marks. Receiver retains nearly all of its Del Grego cyanide restored case color. Bores are bright and shiny with minor orange peel. Mechanics are crisp, trigger works well, ejectors are in time. Case and accessories are excellent. 51143-1 JSL (5,500-9,500) C&R – Lot 2341

TRULY EXCEPTIONAL PARKER BROS $100 GRADE 11 GA PIN LIFTER SHOTGUN WITH ITS ORIGINAL CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 2505. Cal 11 ga. 28-1/8″ bbls. Full length Damascus top rib with brass front bead and marked “Parker Bros. Makers Meriden Conn. Damascus steel”. This early hammer gun with unmarked bbl weight of 3 lbs. 4 oz. Water table with early maker mark “F.9.R.” and “B” prefix before SN. Dbl triggers and extractor. Beautiful flame grained straight grip buttstock checkered in three-point pattern with Nickel-shield on top behind tang and 14-1/4″ LOP over orig steel buttplate. Splinter forearm checkered in elongated double diamond pattern with wedge fastener and steel tip. Receiver is border pattern engraved, screw heads floral engraved and marked “Parker Bros” on sides. Very rare orig black walnut case fitted for this gun with approx 14 brass unmarked 11 ga shells, two primer tins with orig labels, one oil bottle, one cleaning rod, orig key and other accessories. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. This exact gun is pictured on p. 234 of “The Parker Story” where it is captioned as a $135 Grade. This lot being offered without reserve. CONDITION: Extremely fine for a gun of this vintage. Bbls retain approx 85-90% bold vivid Damascus pattern just starting to tone. Buttstock and forearm are exceptional and orig and retain nearly all of their orig finish with light scratches and handling marks throughout. Receiver retains approx 40-50% strong orig case color particularly vivid on lock plates and top, toned on bottom. Steel buttplate retains 70% toned orig blued finish. Bores are very good with minor pitting, left more shiny than right. Mechanics are crisp. Case is in excellent overall condition for its age. Leather handles are gone, one latch is missing, but otherwise very good. Parker Gun Identification and Serialization book likely misidentifies this gun as originally having been produced with 30″ bbls, and as 12 ga. Keels are present and muzzles touch and this gun also fits perfectly in the case. In its orig case, the rarity and collectability of this gun cannot be overstated. 51261-2 JSL (4,500-7,500) – Lot 2342

*UNIQUE PARKER DH 16 GA FOUR BARREL SET SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

SN 149699. Cal. 16 ga. Bbl set 1) ga. 26″ bbls. 2-5/8″ chambers. Choked Cyl/Imp Mod. Bbl set 2) 27″ bbls. 2-5/8″ chambers. Choked Mod/Mod. Bbl set 3) 28″ bbls. 2-5/8″ chambers. Choked Full/Imp Mod. Bbl set 4) 30″ bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Full/Full. All bbl sets with full length matted Damascus top rib,front ivory beads and standard Damascus legend. #1 frame. Dbl triggers, extractors, auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock with gold oval in cap and toe checkered in three-point pattern with 14″ LOP over skeleton butt. Side panels are checkered. Four splinter forearms checkered in standard D Grade pattern. Receiver is engraved in typical D Grade pattern – setter on right, pointer on left surrounded by flowing Parker scroll. This gun is also accompanied by an orig Grade 3 stock with checkered side panels and gold cap in pistol cap engraved “Dana” and an extra forearm for a D Grade Parker. The entire outfit is housed in 21″ x 34″ oak custom casing with green felt interior. This exact gun was featured in the spring 2015 Parker Pages. This exact gun is also pictured in the “Parker Story”. This lot being offered without reserve. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good as heavily used and serviced by Parker Brothers many times as outlined in the “Parker Pages” article. All four bbl very good and retain most of their orig pattern with minor staining and light toning. Bores overall are very good with minor orange peel. Receiver is silver with engraving lightly worn. Both buttstocks were broken but repaired through the wrist and retain most of their older restored finish. Checkering thinned. Forearms are very good with checkering thinned particularly on shorter sets. Case is excellent with minor handling marks. In the truest sense of the word, this is a unique Parker! 51261-1 JSL (4,500-7,500) C&R; ESA – Lot 2343

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*GOLD INLAID CUSTOM PARKER BROS SC SINGLE BBL SHOTGUN.

SN 199220. Cal 12 ga. 32″ Acme steel bbl with low profile matted ventilated rib and twin ivory beads. 2-3/4″ chambers. Full choke. Nickel plated checkered trigger, auto ejector, no safety. Custom capped full pistol grip buttstock of Claro Walnut with brass oval engraved “M”, checkered in fancy fleur-de-lis pattern with 14-1/8″ LOP over soft black “Kick-Eez” pad with three 1/4″ spacers. Custom wide trap forearm with Deeley release also checkered in fleur-de-lis pattern, perhaps by Fajen. Receiver is engraved in standard flowing floral and scroll SC pattern with added gold bird embellishment including gold duck on left, large gold pigeon on bottom and duck in gold on right. Bbl wedge with added scroll and punch dot shading. Weight: 8 lbs. 4 oz. PROVENANCE: The Forest R. Marshall Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as customized and refurbished. Bbl retains nearly all of its restored blue finish with a couple of light spots and minor muzzle wear. Receiver retains approx 80% of restored cyanide case hardened finish, likely by Del Grego. Custom buttstock and forearm are excellent with minor handling marks and retain approx 95% of their custom finish. Minor chip behind top tang has been remedied with filler. Minor loss on left side of receiver. An eye catching trap gun with gold embellishment. 51143-9 JSL (2,000-3,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 2345

*GORGEOUS TURNBULL RESTORED PARKER BROS SC SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 231265. Cal 12 ga. 32″ Acme steel bbl. Full length matted ventilated top rib with twin ivory beads. Full choke. Nickle plated trigger, auto ejector, no safety. Straight grip buttstock checkered in three-point pattern with checkered side panels and brass oval near toe. Wide comb, 14-1/8″ LOP over “London Guns” red recoil pad. Trap forearm nicely checkered with checkered side panels and engraved Deeley release. Receiver is nicely scroll and punch dot shaded engraved in typical SC pattern with large pigeon on bottom and marked Parker Bros. on sides. Weight: 7 lbs. 13 oz. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Stunning and appears unfired since being completely and competently restored by Doug Turnbull. Both wood and metal retain virtually all of their properly restored finishes with only minute handling marks throughout and a couple of minor impressions in the wood. Truly a fabulous restoration and a great example to show why many consider Turnbull to be the world’s foremost restorer today. 51393-3 JSL (2,500-4,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 2346

*SCARCE PARKER BROS 12 GA SC GRADE SINGLE BBL TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 197389. Cal 12 ga. 32″ Acme steel bbl. 2-3/4″ chamber. Full choke. Full length matted ventilated rib with ivory mid bead and front bead broken. Nickel plated checkered trigger, auto ejector, no safety. Custom capped pistol grip buttstock checkered in three-point pattern with checkered side panel. 13-7/8″ LOP, Nickel oval with large script “M” at toe over soft black “Kick-Eez” pad. Receiver is nicely scroll and floral engraved with large pigeon on bottom and marked “Parker Bros.” on both sides. Trigger guard bow is scrolled engraved with SN at tang. Wide trap forearm checkered in three-panel pattern with Deeley release. Weight 8 lbs. 0 oz. PROVENANCE: The Forest R. Marshall Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as restored. Bbl retains nearly all of a high quality restored rust-blued finish. Receiver retains nearly all of its restored cyanide case hardened finish, likely by Del Grego. Custom buttstock is excellent with minor handling marks. Grip cap is a replacement. Custom forearm retains nearly all of its restored hand-rubbed finish. Gun is tight and on face. Ejector works. 51143-10 JSL (2,500-4,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 2347

*EXCELLENT AS FOUND PARKER SB GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 222318. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ Acme steel bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Full. Full length matted ventilated top rib with twin ivory beads. Nickel plated sgl trigger, auto ejector, no safety. Straight grip buttstock with checkered side panels and fleur-de-lis behind action with gold oval near toe and 13-3/4″ LOP over hardened compressed red Silver’s type pad. Beavertail forearm checkered in three-panel pattern with near fully engraved Deely release. Receiver is finely scroll and floral pattern engraved with about 75-80% coverage and marked “Parker Bros” on both sides. Trigger guard with rose and scroll pattern. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as found. Bbl retains approximately 80-85% orig blued finish with some minor toning and staining. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain approximately 90% orig finish with some finish added through the years for preservation. Receiver retains about half of its orig case color with some minor toning. Traces of orig blue on trigger guard at tang. Screws are excellent and crisp. Mechanics are crisp. Brilliant shiny bore. These higher grade Parker SBTs are hard to find with any orig condition. 51716-8 JSL (5,000-8,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 2348

*RARE PARKER SA GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 220263. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ Acme steel bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked Full. Full length matted low profile ventilated top rib with twin ivory beads. Gold plated checkered SST, auto ejector, no safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock with checkered side panels and fleur-de-lis behind action, checkered in flowing wave pattern through wrist. 14-5/8″ LOP over DelGrego brand white lined waffle pad. Buttstock with small Monte Carlo and gold oval near toe with initials “SG” for famed early Parker collector, Shelly Gittman. Large trap forearm is near fully checkered in fleur-de-lis pattern with Deely release. Receiver is engraved in typical SA pattern with near full coverage scroll engraving and a large bust of flowers on floorplate. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. CONDITION: Exceptional as restored and customized by Larry DelGrego. Bbl retains nearly all of its custom restored blued finish with some added engraving at breech. Buttstock and forearm are extremely well done replacements and retain nearly all of custom finish with only minute handling marks. Receiver retains virtually all of its restored cyanide case hardened finish. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is bright and shiny with minor orange peel. One of the first Parker collectors, Shelly Gittman, had a goal of having one of every model Parker produced. This gun, in absence of finding a better SA SBT, Gittman worked with DelGrego to customize this gun. It is an important part of early Parker collecting history. 51716-6 JSL (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 2349

*PARKER REPRO DHE 20 GA 2 BBL SHOTGUN SET WITH CASE.

SN 20-05101. Cal. 20 ga. Bbl set 1) 28″, 3″ chambers, chokes marked MOD/FULL. Full length matted top rib with brass front bead. Bbl set 2) 26″, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IMP CYL/MOD. Full length matted top rib with brass front bead. Single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, automatic safety, straight grip buttstock checkered in 3-pt pattern with large oval near toe and 14-1/4″ LOP over skeleton steel buttplate. Beavertail forearm with Deeley release, checkered in standard D-grade pattern. Receiver engraved in standard D-grade repro pattern. Housed in aParker repro two-bbl set case with maker label. Weight: 6lb. 12oz. with 28″ bbl. CONDITION: Excellent, as field used. Bbls retain 95% original blued finish (both sets) with scattered staining and minor pock marks from blood; most noticeable on 28″ tubes. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with oil finish and scattered light handling marks and scratches throughout. Receiver retains approx 40% of orig case color. Brilliant shiny bores. Mechanics are crisp. Case with snap caps and oil bottle is excellent with light handling marks. 51644-1 JSL148 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 2350