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- Long, very, very long story short I am now the owner of a Parker Bros double barrel shotgun. It looks like it's in pretty good shape, S/N is in the 233xxx range, very quick google search and I think its from '27 or '28. Before 5 hours ago, I had no interest in owning a double barrel gun so I.
'Blue book of Gun Values' - Typical Listing
Industrial size Parker Brothers Double Barrel Shotgun Serial Numbers And Remingto.
PARKER BROTHERS
Originally manufactured in Meriden Connecticut 1865-1934. Remington took over production in 1934, and n 1938 the plant was moved to Ilion, NY. Over 4,500 'Transition Guns' (exhibiting Meriden and Ilion characteristics) were produced in Meriden between 1934-1937 and about 4,500 Parkers were manufactured at the Ilion location before production stopped. Total production reached approx. 252,387.
95% of the original Parkers bought and sold each year are in 30% or less condition (referring to original case colors). Percentages on following pages refer to the amount of original case colors remaining on frame.
Shotgun: Damascus Barrels
Parker damascus barreled shotguns (hammer or hammerless) are very collectible if original condition is over 40%. Specimens in 90% or better condition with strong case colors can approximate values of the steel barrel models if the bores are in excellent condition also (no pitting). Trials in tainted space wiki shekka. Values for under 40% specimens fall off rapidly and are no longer comparable to steel barrel guns. As an example, a steel 'D' Grade (without ejectors) might range from $1,500 to $7,000 (10%-100%) with a rather even downward progression of values in between the high and low values. A 100% damascus 'D' Grade could have a $3,500+ price tag hanging from the trigger guard while 5%-15% condition specimen is typically seen priced in the $375-$550 range.
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Shotgun: Fluid Steel Barrels
Values listed below in the 95%-100% condition columns can vary somewhat as there is very little supply and strong demand for these high condition 'cream puffs'.
Note: Values are for non-ejector guns through the CH grade, ejectors assumed on BHE and better models. Add 15%- 30% for ventilated. ribs. Skeet model has beavertail forearm and single selective trigger valued at approx. 50%-75% higher than values shown. Higher grade guns typically had ejectors, and will not make as much difference percentage-wise in the overall value as those lower grades with ejectors. Ejectors typically will add 50% more value to a Parker in common grades. Also, lower condition high grade models sometimes have their values established by the potential gain in refurbishing these specimens.
Due to the extremely high value of Parker Guns, extreme care should be taken in their purchase. There are many upgraded and refinished guns represented as original; expert advice should always be sought. Many collectors would rather own a specimen with 30% original case colors than a refinished gun that is 100% (regardless who did the work). Many advanced collectors will discount a refinished Parker's value 40%-60% of the price for an original gun. Misrepresentation of refinished or upgraded Parkers is rampant today - especially case colors. Believe it or not, also beware of fake boxes and hanging tags - if the box and Parker shotgun are an original 'pair', the value is enhanced tremendously. If the box/hanging tag is fake, you could pay as much as $1,500 to learn this lesson! In other words, do your homework, be careful, shop carefully, and above all, get a receipt for exactly what you are purchasing.
Frame size on Parker shotguns is determined by the number on the bottom of the barrel lug on breech. Frame sizes (from largest to smallest) include 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1-1/2, 1, 1/2, 0, 00, and 000. 8 ga. guns typically are framed 5, 6, or 7. 10 ga. guns typically are 3 or 4. 12 ga. guns typically range from 2 through 1 (more desirable). '1/2' frame 12 ga. guns are very rare and desirable. 20 and 16 ga.'s range from 2 through 0 (more desirable). 28 ga. guns are either 0 or 00 (more desirable and twice as expensive). .410 bore shotguns are 0, 00, or 000 (most common and most desirable). 8 and 10 ga. steel barreled shotguns are very rare, and prices can equate .410 bore values if the original condition is there.
The grade on Parker shotguns is a number or initials located on the water table of the frame. An alphabetical designation would indicate the grade immediately. For numerals, a '2'would indicate a GM, while an '8' would specify an A-1 Special - interpolate for the others (numbers 3 through 7). Parker shotguns manufactured by Remington will have date codes stamped on left barrel flat that corresponds to the month and the year (see Remington serialization in the Serialization Section). Also, if a Parker gun was returned to Remington for repair, alteration, or refinishing, it will usually have the date code stamped with a suffix of 3 (i.e. OK3 represents some type of rework completed in either July of 1941 or 1963). There is some ambiguity with the year as the year codes repeat.
A note about Parker condition: Percentages of condition indicate the amount of original case colors remaining on the frame, but sometimes these colors are faded and the rest of the gun is excellent - hence, all the separate condition factors must be considered when determining overall condition.
A Parker IS NOT 60% if the barrel bluing and stock forearm varnish are 60% but case colors are only 10%. Typically, a 60% case color Parker shotgun will have 90%+ blue and varnish, yet this does not mean the gun is 90% overall. Similarly, a 20% case color Parker will probably have 90% barrel bluing remaining.
Strong, original case colors are the key in determining Parker condition and subsequent values.
Production totals for each of the models listed below are based on the estimates in Peter Johnson's book ' Parker - America's Finest Shotgun', published in 1961. During 1992, Remington opened up the original production ledgers to a group of writers who are in the process of publishing a new book on Parker Brothers. a group of writers who are in the process of publishing a new book on Parker Brothers. This new book will contain updated information regarding actual production totals (including original configuration by ser. no., in many cases).
PREMIUMS FOR PARKER SHOTGUNS:
- Add 20% for SST
- Add 20% for beavertail forearm.
- Add 20%-50% for VR (rare on smaller gauges).
- Add 20% for straight English stock.
- Add 20% for skeleton steel butt plate.
- Add 20% for short barrels (26 in. with open chokes).
| TROJAN - Parker's lowest-priced gun, single or double triggers, but no auto ejectors available, very rarely found in mint condition because they were used a lot, a genuine utility gun, introduced 1912-13 with approx. 48,000 total mfg. | |||||||||||
| 100% | 98% | 95% | 90% | 80% | 70% | 60% | 50% | 40% | 30% | 20% | 10% |
| 12 ga. | |||||||||||
| $2,200 | $1,800 | $1,500 | $1,175 | $950 | $850 | $750 | $650 | $600 | $575 | $525 | $500 |
| 16 ga. | |||||||||||
| $3,000 | $2,500 | $2,000 | $1,750 | $1,500 | $1,200 | $1,050 | $950 | $750 | $700 | $650 | $600 |
| 20 ga. | |||||||||||
| $3,500 | $3,000 | $2,500 | $1,800 | $1,700 | $1,600 | $1,500 | $1,475 | $1,300 | $1,100 | $1,000 | $800 |
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Parker Shotguns Identification and Marks.
Parker shotguns have three basic identification marks that will help you identify your Parker.
Parker Brothers Shotgun Serial Number Lookup
- Frame Size: Parker used different frames for their shotguns. Normally the 12 gauge
was a 1, 1 1/2 or 2 frame While the 20 gauge was an 0 or a 00 frame. The frame sizes
included 7 which was the largest down to a 000 the smallest for a 410. The frame size
and serial number are found on the rear barrel lug. - Grade: The grade is marked on the flat of the action; Parker used a number in the early days and later used an alpha designation. The grades are as follows with the highest grade first. A1 grade 8, AAH grade 7, AH grade 6, BH grade 5, CH grade 4, DH grade 3, GH grade 2, PH or VH grade 1 and Trojan grade.
- Barrel Rib: Parker put the grade of steel on the rib along with Parker Brothers, Meridian CT. The early Damascus barrels were usually marked Damascus on the rib. Trojan grade was marked Trojan Steel, the VH grade was marked Vulcan Steel, B grade usually was marked Acme Steel. This can change as orders could be placed for any type steel or damascus barrel you desired.
This is not a complete description by any means, but is intended to be a tool to help with preliminary investigation and identification. You should always consult a knowledgeable person to clarify the many variations that Parker enthusiast uncover all the time. This is the reason there are so many books written about the Parker Shotguns.
For more information please call me.I do not charge for this service as this is MY HOBBY. My goal is to help people find information about their SXS. I tell clients I was helped by many collectors and this is how I try to repay them for the time they spent with helping me learn about SXS.
- Sean Winder Says:
Morning,
I have a family Parker SxS that I am trying to find out a value for. I took this to local gun shop and the employee was baffled. I have many pics of the underside markings but none of them are familiar to the gun shop employee. It is clearly marked Parker, says laminated but we couldn’t find any reference based on being a top hammer. I didn’t see anything that resembled a serial number.
I hope you can be of some help. I can send you the pics I have for further investigation.The gun shop did say that it was an 80% grade and a very nice gun but other than that he had no idea.
Thank you,
Sean Winder
215-859-2756 - Jeffery Leppien Says:
I just picked up a Parker Bros. SxS hammered shotgun lifter model. The serial number is 13773 which indicates it was manufactured in 1879. The only mark I can find on the watertable for Grade is the letter “U” above the serial number. On the bottom of the barrel lug is an S1 and on the bottom of the barrel flats is ST38. Any idea what grade this is? I can’t seem to match it up.
Thanks,
Jeffery Leppien - Michael Reed Says:
Hello
Is there any record of Wells Fargo marked Parker shotguns? Thank you.
Michael Reed - Matt Jester Says:
I have a Parker Bros 12 ga. V 4 Vulcan steel sxs. Serial # places the gun being made in 1900. Any help with values is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Matt - bradshaw Says:
I need photos of Parker engraving grades. I am on a project for a client upgrading and restoration of a Parker. Can you direct me to a site to see good photos? Bruce
bruce@bradshawgunengraver.com
A B Bradshaw Engraving
Toronto. - bradshaw Says:
I need photos of Parker engraving grades. I am on a project for a client upgrading and restoration of a Parker. Can you direct me to a site to see good photos? Bruce
bruce@bradshawgunengraver.com
A B Bradshaw Engraving
Toronto. - Amy Neel Says:
Hi there, I inherited a Parker shotgun. Don’t know much about shotguns. Want to know if it is safe to use.
Serial number 185,366
Other markings: Vulcan Steel. 28 gauge, 00.
Also: inside a circle, the letters JG, with number 62 nearby. Also, inside a circle V, with HT/A and 3, nearby.
I have no idea what these markings mean.
Should I take it to gunsmith to determine safety?
Thank you for any help.
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