Scarce Factory Engraved Parker Brothers 20 Gauge GHE Grade Double Barrel Shotgun

A scarce and well-documented Remington-era Parker, manufactured in 1937 and identified in “The Parker Story” as one of only 439 built in this specific combination of gauge, barrel length, and grade. With automatic ejectors, found on only about 67% of total production according to the same source, this example offers especially strong appeal for Parker collectors.

• Manufactured in 1937 during the Remington era of Parker production
• Documented collector rarity:
  • One of only 439 built in this combination of gauge, barrel length, and grade
  • Referenced on page 279 of “The Parker Story” by Gunther, Mullins, Parker, Price, and Cote
  • Automatic ejectors are present; “The Parker Story” notes only approximately 67% of total production had ejectors, adding to this gun’s desirability
• Additional published confirmation:
  • Gauge, barrel length, stock type, and ejectors are confirmed on page 605 of “Parker Gun Identification & Serialization” by Price and Fjestad
• Barrels:
  • Single bead front sight
  • Matted concave solid rib
  • “PS” stamped on the barrel flats, indicating Parker Steel
  • “20” and “0” stamped on the rear lug
  • Chambers measure 3 inches
  • Automatic ejectors
• Action:
  • Casehardened size “0” action
  • GH pattern engraving
  • Engraving includes oval game bird scenes on:
    • Left side
    • Right side
    • Underside
  • “PARKER” marking included within the engraving pattern
  • Highly attractive light scrollwork surrounding the game scenes and markings
• Controls:
  • Double triggers
  • Tang-mounted automatic safety
• Forend:
  • Beautifully figured wood
  • Multi-point checkering
  • Splinter-style forend
  • Lightly engraved and case-colored forend iron and release
• Stock:
  • Pistol grip stock
  • Parker grip cap
  • Unmarked silver inscription shield
  • Engraved blued steel skeleton buttplate surrounding the checkered butt
• Barrel and stock measurements, right/left where applicable:
  • Bore diameter measured 9 inches from the breech: .619 / .620 inches
  • Choke constriction: .009 / .013 inches
  • Minimum wall thickness: .022 / .023 inches
  • Drop at comb: 1 11/16 inches
  • Drop at heel: 2 15/16 inches
  • Length of pull: 14 3/16 inches
  • Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz.
• Collector appeal:
  • Scarce Remington-era Parker with documented production figures
  • Desirable ejector configuration
  • Confirmed in two respected Parker reference works
  • Attractive GH engraving with classic game bird scenes
  • Parker Steel barrels, 3-inch chambers, and size “0” action enhance desirability
  • A strong candidate for an advanced Parker collection or investment-minded sporting arms buyer