GUN SPRING 2016
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/14/2016
FINE 20 BORE PARKER "DHE".PARKERSXS DHE23308720 GAMODERNCal. 20 ga. 2-5/8" Chambers. 0 Frame. 30" Bbls are marked with typical Parker name, address, and "TITANIC STEEL" on concave matted rib. Bbl flats and lumps have all correct markings. Typical action featuring automatic safety and nickel-plated double triggers is engraved in usual "D" style with pointer on left, and a setter on right, with group of four pheasant on trigger plate surrounded by scroll. "PARKER BROS" is in scrolled banner on each side of action. Nicely crotch figured American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8" over skeleton steel buttplate, and features typical lozenge drop points, point pattern checkering and large tacked-on silver oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has patent date on iron. Bore diameter: left -.615, right - .615. Bore restrictions: left - .021 (mod), right - .020 (mod). Wall thickness: left - .031, right - .028. Drop at heel: 3", drop at comb: 1-3/4". Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-3/8". This gun matches all specifications as listed in PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain approx 60% orig blue. Action retains 40% orig color. Stocks retain most of their orig finish with some oil rubbed in as maintenance, with numerous marks, scratches, and small dents, as associated with a lifetime of field enjoyment. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. A fine little, as found, Parker. 50205-1 MGM297 (7,500-12,500)