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Early Antique PARKER Double Barrel LIFTER Shotgun
Guns International #: 100966041 Seller's Inventory #: 5109
Category: Parker Shotguns - Shotguns - American Double Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 1074
Total Number of Listings: 42615
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
Early Antique PARKER Double Barrel LIFTER Shotgun
Short & Handy SXS Made Circa 1883
Here we present an antique Parker Brothers Hammer Double Barrel Lifter Shotgun, with an Extractor, made circa 1883 in Meriden, Connecticut. Charles Parker was an entrepreneur who began working in U.S. manufacturing in the 1830s. Interestingly, one of his first products was a coffee mill. He also collaborated on several government contracts to make arms during the American Civil War, including one for the Model 1861 and then a truly interesting, rare breech-loading design for the state of Kentucky, called the Triplett & Scott Carbine. Finally, in 1866, after his experience in arms manufacture for the war effort, he and his sons, Wilbur and Dexter, began the company Parker Brothers, making sporting shotguns. This company is considered by many to have been the best manufacturer of fine American shotguns, ever. The company was in business until 1942.
This short, handy shotgun features 12 gauge bores, with 2-5/8 inch chambers. Barrel is 21-13/32 inches and appears to have been shortened long ago. Cylinder chokes. The gun has an extractor. The fine twist barrels are marked “—PARKER BROS MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. TWIST.—” Sights are two brass beads, one at the muzzle and one mid-length. The frame is marked “PARKER BROS”. Patent dates are located on the underside of the frame and on the splinter forearm. The splinter forearm removes easily to expose perfect casehardening inside. Straight grip. Serial numbers match.
The overall condition is very good. The twist pattern is still visible and the case colors are vibrant where they have been protected. The markings are clear and legible. The walnut stock is in good shape, displaying normal handling marks. There is a stable, hairline crack on the left side. See photo. The checkering is sharp. The bore is clean, but lightly pitted near the breech. Action is excellent. Here is a nice example of a short and handy Parker from the 1880s!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 21-13/32 inches.
Caliber: 12 Gauge 2-1/2 inch
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1200
#5109
SOLD
Antique: Yes