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2564
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$6,490.00
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*28 GAUGE PARKER VH.SN 128293. Cal. 28 ga. 0 Frame. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 26″ bbls are marked with Parker Meriden CT address and “VULCAN STEEL” on matted, concave rib. Correct markings are on bbl flats and lump. Typical action features automatic safety and double triggers. It has wiggle border engraving with “PARKER BROS” on each side. SN is on trigger guard tang. Plain American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-1/16″ over Parkers dogs head buttplate with spur. Typical checkering is at grip. Vacant German silver shield is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has 1876 patent date on release. Bore diameter: left -.550, right -.553. Bore restrictions: left -.028 (full), right -.027 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left -.038, right -.036. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 6 lbs 1 oz. LOP: 13-1/16″. Gun matches all specifications listed in PARKER IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain most of their orig blue, thinned and browned overall with numerous light marks. Action retains considerable amount of its orig case hardening color. Stocks retain most of their orig finish, considerably worn especially on high edges, with numerous marks, rubs and scratches. Checkering is considerably worn and dirty. A 1″ x 2″ piece of wood has been replaced at toe, and a piece added to buttplate with extra screw. Stock is loose on action, and needs attention before firing. Bores are very good with some light pitting. Action is tight. All 28 ga Parkers are scarce, with under 1500 estimated being made in V grade, 772 with 26″ bbls. 4-54029 (4,500-7,500) – Lot 2564
Auction: Firearms - March 2015 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |