parker-12-gauge-model-vh-boxlock-shotgun
Lot 2068
Parker 12 Gauge Model VH Boxlock Shotgun
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Serial number 204496 on lower tang, watertable, barrel flat and forend metal, 30 in. blued barrel marked PARKER BROS MAKERS, MEREDIN, CONN. VULCAN STEEL with single front bead sight, both barrels choked F, shell extractors, receiver marked PARKER BROS, double triggers, checkered walnut stock and forend with recoil pad.

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Overall length 45 5/8 in.

Private Collection, Eastern North Carolina

DOM: 1923, LOP: 13.5 in., DAC: 1 5/8 in., DAH: 2 3/8 in., FFL Status: Curio or Relic.

Founded in 1866, Parker Brothers was a prestigious American gunmaker renowned for its high-quality shotguns. Based in Meriden, Connecticut, the company built a reputation for craftsmanship and innovation, producing a range of meticulously crafted side-by-side and over-under shotguns. Parker shotguns were highly esteemed for their durability, performance, and elegant design. Despite ceasing production in 1940, Parker shotguns remain highly collectible and respected in the firearms community for their historical significance and quality.

Overall very good estate condition, barrels have a minor surface scratches and finish wear, minor ding to top left of barrel, bores are shiny with minor fouling, stock has field marks from age and normal use.