# 40971455

Scarce Factory Engraved Parker Brothers BH Grade Double Barrel Shotgun with Extra Barrel Set and Case

$ 8499.99

A highly collectible Parker Bros. BH Grade shotgun manufactured in 1892, this gun represents a scarce and well-documented configuration, one of just 228 BH Grade guns with 30-inch Damascus steel barrels, with even fewer made in extractor configuration. Its factory-documented features, engraved game scenes, named inscription plate, matching extra barrel set, and Parker-labeled case make it especially desirable for advanced Parker collectors.

Manufactured in 1892 by Parker Bros., Meriden, Connecticut
Documented rarity:
- Listed as one of just 228 BH Grade guns with 30-inch Damascus steel barrels according to page 308 of “The Parker Story” by Gunther, Mullins, Parker, Price, and Cote
- Even scarcer with extractors like this example
Factory-confirmed configuration:
- Grade, gauge, hammerless action, barrel length, barrel steel, non-ejector configuration, and stock type are confirmed on page 263 of “Parker Gun Identification and Serialization” by Price and Fjestad
Original-style 30-inch Damascus steel barrels:
- Marked on the matted concave solid rib: “PARKER BROS MAKERS, MERIDEN CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL”
- Single nickel bead front sight
- Light engraving at the breech
- 2 5/8-inch chambers
- Single extractor/non-ejector configuration, meaning spent shells are lifted for hand removal rather than automatically ejected
Casehardened action with attractive engraving:
- Tight scroll engraving surrounding “PARKER BROS” banners on both sides
- Game scene engraving includes:
  - Pair of pointers on the left side
  - Pair of setters on the right side
  - Running bull and cow elk on the underside
Classic Parker operating features:
- Hammerless action
- Double triggers
- Tang-mounted automatic safety
- Gold-inlaid “SAFE” indicator
Beautifully figured wood furniture:
- Multi-point checkered forend
- Engraved forend iron and release
- Pistol grip stock with checkered flats
- Carved drop points
- Grip cap with inscription plate marked: “K. F. Reckley/1892”
- Engraved skeleton buttplate surrounding a checkered butt
Includes an additional matching barrel set:
- 32-inch Titanic Steel barrels
- Numbered to match the gun, adding significant collector appeal and versatility
Included accessories:
- Leather flat case
- Parker label on the interior lid
- Set of snap caps
Extra 32-inch Titanic Steel barrel measurements, right/left:
- Bore diameter measured nine inches from the breech: .741/.737 inches
- Choke constriction: .044/.040 inches
- Minimum wall thickness: .024/.025 inches
30-inch barrel and stock measurements, right/left where applicable:
- Bore diameter measured nine inches from the breech: .736/.736 inches
- Choke constriction: .018/.030 inches
- Minimum wall thickness: .026/.025 inches
- Drop at comb: 2 inches
- Drop at heel: 3 3/8 inches
- Length of pull: 14 3/8 inches
- Weight: 7 lbs. 5 oz.

This is a standout Parker collectible with documented rarity, fine engraving, named 1892 provenance, desirable Damascus and Titanic Steel barrel sets, and presentation-quality accessories.

Condition

Very fine overall as professionally restored, showing a pleasing grey finish, strong Damascus patterns, 97% case colors, light handling evidence, some high edge wear on the wood, and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The extra barrel set also very fine. The case is very fine with minor wear. A great chance to own a scarce American double!