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SXS Antique PARKER BROTHERS Top Lever Shotgun
Guns International #: 101044818 Seller's Inventory #: 5107
Category: Parker Shotguns - Antique - 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: 1466
Total Number of Listings: 29942
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
SXS Antique PARKER BROTHERS Top Lever Shotgun
10 Gauge Made in 1885 in Meriden, Connecticut
Here we present an antique Parker Brothers Hammer Double Top Lever 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 specimen is marked “—PARKER BROS MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. TWIST.—” on the top of the barrel rib. Locks are marked “PARKER BROS” on each side. The splinter forearm latch is marked “PAT’D. MAR. 26, 1878.” The bottom of the frame is marked “PAT’D. MAR. 23, 1875.” The bottom of the barrels is marked “PATD JUNE 25, 1878/PAT’D APR 11 1876” and “T/6/3”. Barrel lug is marked “3”. The underside of the gun is hand marked “P” in several places. The 10 gauge barrels are 32 inches.
The overall condition is fair. The metal surfaces are dark with age, with most of the twist pattern showing on the barrels. Great case colors on the protected portion of the forearm. Markings are clear and legible. The serial numbers match. The stock shows handling and wear, but is in good condition overall. There is a small period repair to the top left of the right lock. Right hammer has a stable crack. The barrel ribs shows separation with a 2 inch section on the underside, near the muzzle, a 5 inch section on the underside beginning 8 inches from the muzzle, and an 8 inch section on the top about 4-1/2 inches from the muzzle. Bore is clean with light pitting. The action is functional. It would make a great display or project.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 32 inches.
Caliber: 10 Gauge
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$900
#5107
SOLD
Antique: Yes