Guns International #: 102580193

Category - Parker Shotguns - Shotguns - American Double

Category
Parker Shotguns
Shotguns - American Double

Parker GHE 16 Ga. - FACTORY ENGLISH STOCK, 6LBS, vintage firearms inc

Description:
General Specs: Parker, 1911,  16 Gauge, 6lbs. 1oz., Chokes IC/IM, LOP 13 1/8", DAH 2", DAC 1 1/2"
Serial Number: 156540

The Parker Grade 2, or GH Grade, is the first in the Parker line up with the more interesting "game scene" engraving.  The wood is nicely figured on the GH grade and the checkering more detailed.  For the shooter that wants a representative example of a Parker bird gun that can be taken afield and done affordably, the GH grade is a great start.  Parker made 607 Parker GH 16ga. guns with Parker Special Steel barrels, and only about 60 with an English grip.  Beware that most GH guns you see are Damascus barreled guns which hold a much different value in the marketplace.  This handsome Parker GHE, sn156540 built in 1911, has all original factory parts and matching serial numbers, and is in top shape, having been owned for the last ten years by an employee of Vintage Firearms.  This gun had the action stripped to the smallest parts, Ultrasonic cleaned and scrubbed all parts to shiny metal, inspected all parts for integrity and function, lubricated and reassembled, making this a VFI CERTIFIED GUN, a $375 service in our shop.  VFI CERTIFIED GUNS have a 90-day mechanical warranty.  Early American 16ga. guns were short chambered for 2 9/16” shells.  PRESENTLY IT IS DIFFICULT, IF NOT IMPOSSIBLE, TO FIND 2 ½” 16GA. SHELLS.  BECAUSE OF THIS, VFI GUNSMITHS HAVE CAREFULLY MEASURED THE BARREL WALL THICKNESS AHEAD OF THE CHAMBER HAVE LENGTHENED THE CHAMBERS TO 2 ¾” AND EXTENDED THE FORCING CONES TO 1 ½” TAPERS SO THAT YOU CAN SHOOT MODERN 2 ¾” FIELD LOADS THROUGH OUR GUNS.  This is a $360 service in our shop.  Modern chambers and long forcing cones make for softer recoil and better patterns.  Other important factors for a smart purchase are the condition of the metal, screws, wood, and bores.  This little Parker scores high in all areas.  We provide the most comprehensive photography and specifications in the marketplace, information that allows you to make a good choice.  Just remember, nowhere is it more apparent than in the gun world…you get what you pay for!  If you want an upland gun you can rely on, buy one that is field ready and can safely shoot modern, available field loads.   See the specifications below.  At 13 1/8” length of pull, this gun is perfect for a youth or any small statured shooter and the price of the gun reflects the limited market.  Our gunsmiths work magic with extending LOP, so if you like the gun, ask how we can make it longer…gracefully. You will know if this is the perfect gun for you. Weighing just 6lbs. 1oz. and balanced just right, SHE NEEDS NOTHING BUT A DATE WITH THE UPLANDS OR CLAY TARGETS. Thanks for looking.

BARRELS
Barrel Length:  26" Parker special steel
Chokes:  .008/.022  IC/IM
Bores:  excellent mirror shiny bores
Bore Diameter:  .670/.670
Wall Thickness:  .022/.022
% Blue:  99%
Chambers:  2 3/4" with long cones by Vintage Firearms Inc
Ribs:  tight
Sights:  double ivory

ACTION
Action:  tight centered
Ejectors or Extractors:  ejectors-strong, timed
Receiver Condition:  pleasant gray patina
Screws:  perfect
Engraving:  exceptional, clear sharp
Trigger Type:  double-crisp
Trigger Guard Color:  99%

STOCK
Type:  English/splinter; nice figured English Walnut; factory
LOP:  13 1/8"
LOP To End Of Wood:  12 1/4"
DAH:  2
DAC:  1 1/2"
Cast:  3/8"off
Checkering Condition:  new perfect
Butt Treatment:  vintage Noshoc

INQUIRIES
There is a 30 day mechanical warranty on long guns. If it is a "VFI Certified" gun there is a 90 day mechanical warranty. Call or email us for more details or questions. Thanks! Vintage Firearms Inc.

Payment and Shipping
Payment Methods: Credit Card, Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer (Advertised price reflects 3% cash discount. Actual price if paid by credit card is 3% higher.)
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received.
Sales Tax: Collected in CO, FL, MI
Shipping & Insurance: Ground $130.00 within the continental U.S. Additional fees for HI & AK.
Item Condition: Used
Requires FFL?: Yes

Other
PLEASE SEE MY OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. Just open one of my ads and click on the line that says “see all items from this seller” and a very nice list of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. Thanks for looking!
We employ full time gunsmiths on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase. Common requests are: -stock bending to suit your particular requirements -addition of any specified butt pad to increase length of pull -alteration of chokes to suit your shooting preferences -lengthening of chambers and forcing cones -darkening stock color with penetrating stains -restoring any part of the gun including rust blue, charcoal blue, bone and charcoal case color, wood restoration and checkering recuts. If you like one our guns but it needs "tweaked", let us know and we can quote you a time and price. Some enthusiasts like the guns "as found" and others want them "just so". We often list guns as found and let the particular buyer choose how they want their gun to fit or look.
 

SOLD

Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge