GUN FALL 2016
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/4/2016
DESIRABLE PARKER BROTHERS VHE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH 30" BARRELS. PARKER BROS. VHE 233749 20GA MODERN; C&R Cal. 20ga. Chambers 2-3/4", 30" Vulcan steel bbls with concave matted rib, sgl front bead. "0" frame. Reverse chokes RT IM, LFT LM. Splinter forend. VH engraved ejector action. Dbl triggers. Parker Brothers capped pistol grip. Dogs head buttplate. 14-1/2" LOP. DAC 1-1/2", DAH 2-1/2". Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: This gun shows honest general use and a lot of care. Bbls retain nearly all orig finish with very minor spotting and handling marks. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. Bbls ring true. Clear distinct markings. Receiver retains generous amounts of orig case color with most loss in carry areas. Border line engraving is sharp. Fine screws. Blue loss on trigger bow from handling. Stock and forend have wonderful fit and finish. Checkering clean and sharp. Insignificant minor spotting in scattered areas of buttstock under finish. Top lever right of center. Gun closes tightly, ejectors snap in time with authority. A very unique and desirable small bore Parker ejector gun with wonderful handling characteristics. 50595-1 TJW (4,000-7,000)