# 4097423

Extremely Rare Factory Game Scene Engraved Parker Brothers 28 Gauge DH Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

$ 29999.99

A highly collectible 1910 Parker Brothers DH Grade shotgun, documented in “The Parker Story” as one of approximately 19 guns built in this specific configuration, an exceptional rarity for serious Parker collectors.

Manufactured in 1910 by Parker Brothers of Meriden, Connecticut
Documented rarity:
- Listed as one of only approximately 19 guns built in this configuration of grade, gauge, no-ejectors, barrel steel, and barrel length
- Reference: Gunther, Mullins, Parker, Price, and Cote, page 291 of “The Parker Story”
Barrels:
- Blued steel barrels
- Marked on the matted concave solid rib: “PARKER BROTHERS, MAKERS, MERIDEN. CONN. TITANIC STEEL”
- Single nickel bead front sight
- Light band of engraving at the breech
- Chambers measure 2 3/4 inches
- Automatic ejectors noted
Action:
- Casehardened size 0 frame
- Boxlock action
- DH Grade engraving with floral scrollwork and finely detailed game scenes:
  - Pair of grouse in flight on the right side
  - Setter flushing a covey of quail on the underside
  - Trio of ducks in flight on the left side
Controls and handling features:
- Double triggers
- Tang-mounted automatic safety
Forend:
- Attractive, highly figured wood
- Multi-point checkering
- Splinter-style forend
- Engraved casehardened iron
- Deeley release
Stock:
- Pistol grip stock
- Carved drop points
- Parker hard rubber grip cap
- Blank silver inscription shield
- Checkered hard rubber Parker dog’s head buttplate
Barrel and stock measurements, right/left where applicable:
- Bore diameter measured 9 inches from the breech: .555 / .553 inches
- Choke constriction: .022 / .022 inches
- Minimum wall thickness: .020 / .029 inches
- Drop at comb: 1 9/16 inches
- Drop at heel: 2 3/8 inches
- Length of pull: 14 3/8 inches
- Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz.
Collector appeal:
- Scarce Parker DH Grade configuration with published documentation
- Desirable “Titanic Steel” barrel marking
- Classic Parker game-scene engraving with multiple bird-hunting motifs
- Highly figured checkered wood and premium period-correct appointments
- Lightweight size 0 frame enhances desirability among Parker enthusiasts
- Strong candidate for an advanced Parker collection or investment-focused sporting arms collection

Condition

Very fine, retaining 90% original blue finish with much of the loss on the trigger guard, 75% original case colors with the balance a fine silver patina, some minor scattered spotting, slight evidence of turning on the action screws, and light overall handling evidence. The wood is very fine as freshened, with some light scratches, a ding at the toe, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a rare small bore Parker that is missing from even the most advanced collections!