Description:
Parker GHE 20 Gauge SxS Shotgun
HEAVY #1 FRAME, 32" BARRELS, FACTORY 3" CHAMBERS, SST
General Specs: Parker, Year 1920, 20 Gauge, 7lbs 3oz, Side by Side
Serial Number: 188911
This GHE, sn188911, shipped in 1920, was modeled after the highly sought after WIDGEON DUCK CLUB GUNS. Famed Parker salesperson Arthur W. duBray had colluded with R.F. Cross, President of the Widgeon Duck Club, to come up with heavy, hard-hitting 20 bore guns to keep things more sporting at the club. Chambered at 2 7/8" to shoot the new 3" shell that had been introduced in 1912, with 32" M/F barrels and a 20ga. on the #1 (16ga.) frame, these guns have earned their place in history and are highly coveted by shooters and collectors. This is a very rare opportunity to own a piece of history, and a gun of great usefulness. Vintage sporting clays shooters are always after long barreled, heavy for gauge Parkers as the recoil factor is greatly diminished, and the long heavy barrels keep you swinging through the target. Ditto for wild pheasants, doves, pigeons, crows, ducks, geese, and turkey. A very different and versatile Parker that is sure to increase in value as you enjoy its use. Another nicety is the very hard to find Parker Single Selective Trigger. This fine Parker has been nicely restored and is in perfect mechanical condition. They only made 992 GH grade Parkers in 20ga., only 40 with 32" barrels. THIS IS A RARE PARKER WITH LONG BARRELS AND SINGLE SELECTIVE TRIGGER.
Most of these special guns were used hard and basically worn out. This gun is in really solid condition with no major flaws. Weighing 7lbs. 3oz. and balanced nicely between the hands, the gun is steady and smooth on the swing. What a great heavy 20 bore Parker with serious duck lore behind it. The Widgeon Duck Club still stands in Kern, California, and in its heyday was frequented by movie stars and politicians of importance. Legend has it that only small bore guns were allowed to stop "sky busters" and to establish a higher level of sportsmanship. Of course, they always have had a lot of ducks at that location! This gun has all of the same characteristics that made the Widgeon Duck Club guns famous, but at 1/2 the cost! Don't miss this opportunity to own such a useful and historic Parker!
Barrels
Barrel Length: 32"*****
Chokes: .026 both*****
Bores: excellent*****
Bore Diameter: .620 both*****
Wall Thickness: .029/.026*****
% Blue: 99%*****
Chambers: 3"*****
Ribs: tight*****
Sights: double ivory*****
Action
Action: tight, way right of center*****
Ejectors or Extractors: ejectors, strong, timed*****
Case Color: 100% nice del grego*****
Screws: perfect*****
Engraving: sharp clear*****
Trigger Type: miller SST, crisp*****
Trigger Guard Color: 100%*****
Stock
Type: capped pistol grip/splinter forend*****
LOP: 13 3/4" rear trigger position*****
LOP To End Of Wood: 13 7/16"*****
DAH: 2"*****
DAC: 1 1/2"*****
Cast: 0*****
Checkering Condition: perfect*****
Butt Treatment: dogshead butt plate*****
There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. Call us for full details. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. Just open one of my ads and click on the line that says “see all items from this seller” and a very nice list of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. I have many more fine sxs shotguns not yet listed. Thanks for looking!
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We employ a full time gunsmith on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase.
Condition:
Used, Minor Wear
Brand:
Parker
Model:
188911
Caliber:
20 Gauge
Location:
MI
Trades Accepted:
Shipping Notes: Payment Methods: Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer*****
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received.*****
Sales Tax: 6% Michigan Only*****
Shipping & Insurance: Ground $95.00 We ship internationally!*****
Item Condition: Used*****
Requires FFL?: Yes*****
LET ME SELL YOUR GUNS!!! As you can see, I do a thorough job, am nationally known, and have hundreds of existing customers looking for your gun! Federally licensed dealer of Classic American Doubles, i.e. Fox, Parker, Ithaca, L.C. Smith, Lefever. Guns must be shipped to licensed dealer. Layaways accepted. No returns on layaways. I BUY SHOTGUNS, COLLECTIONS OR ONE AT A TIME.
