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Bub IV
I have a Parker Doublebarrel Model number 9296. Top of the barrel spline is "Fine Damascus". On the side of the breach is "James Parker". So far I have only been able to determine that the gun was manufactured in 1877. I am seeking information as to who James Parker was. I don't beleive he was one of the original parker brothers. If you have any suggestions as to how I could get more information regarding this gun and possibly its current value,I would appreciate it.
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  • Bub IV
    I have a Parker shotgun. The number on the water table is 73314 with a P listed below. Under that is the date Mar 16, 1875. The dates on the patent on the upper half of the water table are Jan 18 Aug 16 1887. Under that it says May 7 - Oct 8 1889. It is a 12 ga.with twist barrels. It has ejectors. The barrels are in good shape with no pitting, but the stock is broken into two pieces at the pistol grip. I have both pieces, but over the years someone tried to repair it with glue and a nail. It has a beaver tail forearm. Can anyone give me a ballpark figure on it.
    Thanks,
    Dave
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  • laxcoach
    Welcome to the board ! I'll take a stab at your question. I found your gun listed in the Parker Identification Guide. It's a G Grade on a #2(most common)frame, 30" barrels, pistol grip stock, made in 1902. As to value, I wouldn't venture a guess without seeing the gun, but your description of "beautiful case colors" certainly adds to the value, even though it's a Damascus gun. I can say that a friend of mine recently sold the same gun for $1500. Bear in mind that Damascus guns, unless in pristine condition don't bring anywhere near their steel barrel counterparts, and the market for them is extremely limited.
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  • 101AIRBORNE
    Another big welcome! I have collected, shot and sold Parkers for over
    forty years. laxcoach is no novice and has many correct responses.
    As with all collectible's-strong original condition is everything.
    Your gun was made between 1902& 1903. A letter from the Parker
    Collectors-do a google -and you will find them-will give you the specifics. It is in fact a "G" grade. Do not submit this arm to smokless powder. If a tight
    lock, your smith will advise-you may wish to install sub-tubes and fire the gun.
    The "banjo type forend"-I will guess that this is not a "splinter"
    and is a Beavertail is rather unique and will add a good percentage if original. In Parker collecting, you must consider the original amount of trigger guard blue. The weight of the barrels is always stamped on the bottom of the barrels. This is the actual weight less
    forearm and metal. Also the maker of the barrels will be stamped with
    a series of letters. Typically a 30" barrel arangement will have a choke, in firing position, Modified and Full. The gun w/o auto ejectors would be be called a GH-12. The "H" would indicate hamerless.
    If stock refinsished-they were always varnished-it is your call. The sticker price in 1902/3 would have been $80.00 -nothing to sneeze about. That would be w/o the beaver forearm. Again, strong original condition is everything. No buggered screws. The price that laxcoach submitted is about correct, in my judgement. I would require a photograph to value for insurance. Sounds like an outstanding arm.
    Best wishes-101
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  • Bub IV
    Airborne;
    It does not have a beavertail forearm, by banjo type release, I meant you pull the front lever down that is recessed into a round type piece of metal. Thanks for your help, it is very tight but the stock is cleanly broke and needs to go to an outstanding wood man who can fix it right. I know such a person, just wondering if it was worth it. There is some finish wear on the barrels, but has at least 60% case and the bores are shiney. It is a nice double, sleeves would do it. Thanks again. Bub IVquote:Originally posted by 101AIRBORNE
    Another big welcome! I have collected, shot and sold Parkers for over
    forty years. laxcoach is no novice and has many correct responses.
    As with all collectible's-strong original condition is everything.
    Your gun was made between 1902& 1903. A letter from the Parker
    Collectors-do a google -and you will find them-will give you the specifics. It is in fact a "G" grade. Do not submit this arm to smokless powder. If a tight
    lock, your smith will advise-you may wish to install sub-tubes and fire the gun.
    The "banjo type forend"-I will guess that this is not a "splinter"
    and is a Beavertail is rather unique and will add a good percentage if original. In Parker collecting, you must consider the original amount of trigger guard blue. The weight of the barrels is always stamped on the bottom of the barrels. This is the actual weight less
    forearm and metal. Also the maker of the barrels will be stamped with
    a series of letters. Typically a 30" barrel arangement will have a choke, in firing position, Modified and Full. The gun w/o auto ejectors would be be called a GH-12. The "H" would indicate hamerless.
    If stock refinsished-they were always varnished-it is your call. The sticker price in 1902/3 would have been $80.00 -nothing to sneeze about. That would be w/o the beaver forearm. Again, strong original condition is everything. No buggered screws. The price that laxcoach submitted is about correct, in my judgement. I would require a photograph to value for insurance. Sounds like an outstanding arm.
    Best wishes-101
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  • 101AIRBORNE
    Bub 1v,
    If it was my gun, I would definitely repair the stock.
    I would still agree w/laxcoach on pricing. Good luck.
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