Parker brothers 20 gauge shotgun value book values

Side by side shotguns of this era are highly collectable and our inventory changes frequently. Parker shotguns have been used in the hands of ranchers, movie stars, and titans of industry. What is the value of a parker 20 gauge shotgun answers. Parker shotguns antique for sale guns international. Of the nearly quarter million parker guns manufactured during the reign of the finest american shotgun made, less than onehalf of one percent were produced as a c grade. When remington closed down the plant in 1942 that was the end of the parker production until the 80s when the reproductions were released. The 20 gauge barrels are 26 improved cylinder and modified. Shop our selection of parker brothers shotguns from the worlds premier auctions and galleries. Used side by side shotguns for sale lion country supply. True upland guns, like the 26inch 16gauge ithaca, are harder to find. Levitra samples, levitra vs cialis parkershotguns pills online. Parker brothers double barrel shotgun, 1883 vintage, 12 gauge. A rare parker reproduction 20 gauge 16 gauge two barrel set.

What is the value of my parker brothers side by side double. I have a 16 gauge on a 20 gauge 0 frame and it is lighter and much faster than a 16 on a 1 frame. The book was drawn from a series of magazine articles written in the 1970s. Jul 25, 2010 parker shotguns are the most collectible of any americanmade shotgun. Bluebook of gun values firearm value guide, shotgun value and gun information, rifle values, pistol value and firearm appraisal guide. Screws on bottom of receiver and trigger tang are damaged and not indexed. This gun is 101 years old and still works, showing why parker shotguns were. Research past prices of parker brothers shotguns to buy or bid confidently today.

According to the book the parker story, an estimated total of 238 aah shotguns were. The receiver was also much smaller, with a fox 12 gauge frame smaller than the frame of a 20 gauge parker. Antique double barrel shotgun belgian 12 ga hammer gun rus arms co repairing and refinishing a 110 year old shotgun stock you love pics calguns image 1 antique double barreled exposed hammer side by shotgun with antique double barrel belgian hammer side by sidelock shotgun antique double barrel shotgun belgian 12 ga hammer gun rus arms co antique parker engraved gh double barrel shotgun. While it is fully functional, it has almost no original finish left. Top view of the whitworth steel barrels of this parker 20gauge shotgun.

I do not charge for this service as this is my hobby. It was manufactured in 1922 according to the serial number. Browse all new and used parker shotguns antique for sale and buy with confidence from guns. Our inventory of antique shotguns is made up of shotguns manufactured before 1899, including english, french, and belgian shotguns. Barrel says parker brothers makers, meridian, conn vulcan steel. Parker guns were offered in 8, 10, 11, 12, 14, 16, 20, 28 and. Check out our collection of fine american, english, european, and italian shotguns. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one source of gun pricing. Another series of design changes occurred in the early years of the 20th. Found parker double barrel shotgun in wall of 160 year old. There is an experimental example known to have been produced in 18 gauge. As mentioned there are a couple of factors that will affect the value of your shotgun 1 grade as you will see on the parker site, there were a variety of successfully fancier grades of parkers.

May 18, 2016 hi, i frequent this forum quite a bit, and now ive got a question about a shotgun ive just inherited. Parker bros reproduction story shooting sportsman magazine. You could take you gun to several different dealers to get an accurate value. Similarly, a 20 % case color parker will probably have 90% barrel bluing remaining. The fancier or higher the grade, the few that were made, and the higher the value. Apr 23, 2018 the fox design was simple with less moving parts and coil springs. Parker brothers knew they wanted to produce a quality shotgun for the discerning sportsman. With the loss of parker reproduction records in the 1999 hurricane, the most accurate production statistics were reflected in chapter vi, parker revivals, of the book the parker story, as they were remembered by tom skeuses son jack. This guntec video is a look at one of the earliest shotguns produced by the parker brothers in meriden connecticut.

A parker is not 60 % if the barrel bluing and stock forearm varnish are 60% but case colors are only 10 %. The rise and fall of the american sidebyside shotgun outdoor life. This long history of manufacturing quality sxs gave them many. Almost 20 years later, i was shooting at a skeet club with a friend who was also a. But you may not know that they were sometimes fitted with addon extras which can significantly add to value. For your consideration is this parker brothers, t grade, matching numbers double barrel in 10 gauge. May 23, 2011 questions regarding my parker bros v grade. This embellished 12gauge double was produced to commemorate a milestone in. The gauge of the shotgun helps also with the 12 gauge being the most prevalant,and the 16 gauge and 20 gauge being produced a lot less,hence more value. This publication is the only book that provides an easy reference for parker shotguns manufactured between 18661934.

Parker brothers grade 7 aahe 20 gauge shotgun revivaler. Similarly, a 20% case color parker will probably have 90% barrel bluing remaining. If youre looking for a great new gun, see our stock of franchi double barrel shotguns. If it says parker brothers, meriden, ct, you have a gun that needs to be appraised inhand by someone with a lot of experience. Parker brothers model gh hammerless damascus sidebyside shotgun condition. Parker brothers 20 gauge v grade boxlock nonejector sidebyside shotgun, circa 1927.

I have a 1891 parker bros 12 ga dbbl barrel shotgun ggrade in damascus ste. According to the order book it is a ch, 12 ga featuring 30 bernard steel ba. Impossible to answer without knowing model, grade and condition. This site provides values and information on firearms in a convenient online pricing guide format, and allows you to find out what your used guns are worth. As you already know, they came in various models and grades. I figure someone here will know something about it, lol. Parker brothers shotguns were often found in the field, and to this day, parker collectors rarely let their shotguns sit in a safe. Strong, original case colors are the key in determining parker condition and subsequent values. According to jack, the total number of parker reproduction shotguns is about 12,225.

This is in good overall condition, locking up tight and featuring the original desirable buttplate. Meanwhile, prices of original parkers in every grade soared, and they. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at. With a selection including brownings, overunders, semiautomatic, pump, single shots and much more, we have something for everyone from the serious collector to the occasional shooter. They were designed to be working guns and heavy use was expected. Browse our collection of pre1899 antique shotguns below.

The model 10 and model 31 slideaction shotguns and model 11 autoloader were part of americas military small arms during both world wars. Production totals for each of the models listed below are based on the estimates in peter johnsons book parker americas finest shotgun, published in 1961. Fox guns were direct competitors, and a parker sold for about the same price when new. The asking prices are all obviously too high because there wasnt a gh of any gauge that had an offer. The barrel weights marked on the barrel flats is a large 5, with a small 2. The same is true with the 12 gauge on a 1 frame, most 12 gauges were.

If anyone wants a parker just to say they have one, theres a 12 gauge project gun on gb right now at 375. Engraving on forestock piece says patd march 26, 1878. Its a parker bros 12ga double barrel, exposed hammer shotgun. Phil bourjaily gets an opportunity to hunt with a classic american parker shotgun. What is the value of a t barker belgium royal damascus double barrel with a silver medallion on the stock and silver dog on the metal. The 16 gauge barrels are 28 improved cylinder and modified. Antique shotguns and used shotguns for sale collectors firearms. The parker brothers lifter model sidebyside shotgun. Questions regarding my parker bros v grade northwest. Documented rare parker brothers grade 7 aahe 20 gauge shotgun. At collectors firearms, we pride ourselves on our ever evolving inventory of antique shotguns and used shotguns for sale. Most grade 2 guns have damascus or parker special steel barrels. When you talk about parker shotguns and their values, you are talking about the amount of original finish left as well as mechanical condition. American rifleman parker brothers model gh shotgun.

There are a couple of factors that will affect the value of your shotgun. The outside finish is rougher and has seen some age, but is in excellent mechanical condition. You should take extra care to find the correct value of your shotgun. Parker is one of the oldest shotgun makers in the us and in production from 1868 until 1933, when they sold out to remington. Included is a 46page section on parker identification, with over 100 detailed images depicting serialization location and explanation, various parker grades, extra features, stock configurations, action types, and barrel identification. Gun has double triggers and also has a safe or firing position switch. Dhe 20 gauge, 28 titanic steel barrels choked improved cylinder and improved modified. Both guns are in reasonably good shape but i am no expert in assessing condition. Can yoy give me a range of values for these guns as i am inclined to sell them. One of the frequent requests i receive is on the year their grand fathers old parker was manufactured. Presented for sale, you will find a parker brothers g grade 12 gauge sleeved for 20gauge ammunition.

Its not in the greatest condition, but i think itll look a bit better if i oiled it up. I have here a parker brothers sxs trojan grade chambered in 20ga. Built in 1907,according to the factory letter,this gun has 26 vulcan steel barrels choked cylinder and modified. The remington arms company has been a supplier of shotguns to the united states military since before the first world war. Holland, perazzi, browning, winchester, fabbri, parker, rigby, and rizzini shotguns that can be found anywhere in the world. Ive done some research behind my shotgun to find out the basics, as well as general value. Royal damascus was a mark used by ancien etablisment pieper. Shotguns fine english doubles, american doubles, italian.

Parker shotguns steve barnett fine guns highend shotguns. American parker brothers che grade, 1 12 frame, 12 gauge, double triggers, double barreled shotgun with 30 tubes choked modified and full. Parker bros was an american firearms firm, mostly producing shotguns from 1867 to 1942. The grade 2 had a higher quality of american walnut which has some figure. What is the value of a parker brothers 20 gauge shotgun. Appraisals subscriptions price archive artist database app store. It has amazingly shiny and clean barrels, it almost appears mint on the inside.

Be sure to bookmark our new arrivals page and check it often. Id assess your gun at about 1,000 to 1,200 dollars as a realistic current market value. There are books that list the blue book value of all guns. If your shotgun has good wood and blueing,then the winchester model 12 shotgun will bring between 275450 dollars on today,s market.