Fall 2023 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction
November 3rd, 4th, 5th, & 6th, 2023
This auction will feature an outstanding collection of items spanning multiple categories including Modern, Military, Sporting, & Antique firearms & militaria! Below is just a small grouping of select highlights from the massive offering to be featured in this upcoming sale!
SCARCE PARKER 2-1/2″ .410 VH GRADE DOUBLE SHOTGUN
23-1400
Cal. .410 2-1/2″ chambers
S# 218893
It is estimated that fewer then 500 .410 V grade guns were made; most had 26″ barrels as is the case with this gun. Rib is marked with usual Parker Meriden CT address and “VULCAN STEEL”. All correct markings are on watertable and lumps, rear lump stamped “410” and frame size “000”. Small size Parker action with all correct markings on watertable features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved in usual V style with wiggle borders. “Parker Bros” is on each side. SN is on trigger guard tang. Round knob pistol grip buttstock of plain American walnut measures 14-1/8″ over Hawkins pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip and a vacant silver oval is on toeline replacing the ususal shield. Matching splinter forend has usual Parker release and steel tip.
MEASUREMENTS: BBLS: Bore Diameter at muzzles: L .395 (Mod?). R .395 (Mod?). STOCK: DAH: 2-13/16″. DAC: 1-3/4″. CAST: neutral. LOP: 14-1/8″. WEIGHT: 5lb. 7.5oz.
STATUS: C&R
