Factory Engraved Parker Brothers AHE Grade Double Barrel Shotgun
Manufactured in 1910 and expertly refurbished to its original specifications with a newly manufactured set of barrels and stock, this Parker Bros. gun exemplifies the finest American craftsmanship. The blued steel barrels feature a single bead sight on the matted concave solid rib, marked “PARKER BROS MAKERS. MERIDEN, CONN. ACME STEEL,” with standard remarked markings, light breech engraving, and doll’s head extensions. Chambers measure 2 3/4 inches with automatic ejectors.
The barrels are fitted to the casehardened action displaying A-grade engraving, including Parker Bros. banners on either side and intricate floral scrollwork surrounding detailed oval game scenes: a pair of pointers on the left, a pair of setters on the right, a trio of foxes on the underside, and a running stag on the triggerguard. The action is equipped with double triggers and a tang-mounted automatic safety, and shows Belgian proof marks on the water table.
The gun is fitted with a beautifully figured, fancy checkered walnut forend with Deeley-style latch and engraved fittings, along with a pistol grip stock featuring checkered fleur-de-lis carved flats, a grip cap inscribed “DR. J.W.P./1910,” and an engraved skeleton buttplate over the checkered bare butt.
Barrel and stock measurements (R/L): bores nine inches from the breech measure .723/.734 inches; choke constriction .018/.027 inches; minimum wall thickness .028/.034 inches; 1 9/16 inch drop at comb; 2 1/2 inch drop at heel; 14 1/4 inch length of pull; weight 8 lbs. 1 oz.
Very fine as professionally refurbished, retaining 99% of the blue and case hardened finishes, minor handling evidence, recut engraving, a few minor marks in the wood, and sharp checkering on the stock and forend. Mechanically excellent.
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