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*Parker Reproduction DHE 28 Gauge Shotgun with Case
Estimate: $4,000-$6,000
Sold
$6,500
Live Auction
Arms, Armor and Militaria
Location
Cincinnati
Description

*Parker Reproduction DHE 28 Gauge Shotgun with Case


28 Gauge. 28" barrel length. SN: 28-1839. 2.75" chamber length. Full Choke left. Modified right. Blued barrels and triggerguard with the balance of parts casehardened and set in a walnut straight wrist stock with splinter forend, both featuring bordered multipoint checkering. Double barrel side by side boxlock ejector shotgun mounting a matted barrel rib with brass bead front sight, and engraved embellishments to the frame. Item mounts a selector trigger and a tang mounted safety mechanism. Manufacturer marks include PARKER engraved to lower frame with barrel flats marked OVERLOAD/PARKER REPRODUCTION/PROVED. Winchester monogram proof struck into the barrel flats with the left barrel additionally marked MADE IN JAPAN. Upper left barrel displays the maker marking Parker Reproduction by WINCHESTER. The barrel lug displays size mark 00, indicating its frame size. Shotgun features an engraved skeleton butt with the wood checkered, and a gold oval plate to the toe. Item is engraved with spiral scroll over the frame enclosing pointers on the flanks, and rising game birds to the lower frame. Further features sunburst borders to the barrel fences and around the lug. The dollshead and breeches are further border engraved, and the muzzle end of the barrel rib shows a crisp Parker style border. Comes in a matching leather bound case with green velvet lining and PARKER REPRODUCTIONS tag to the lid. Included in the case are two 28 gauge snap caps, and a pair of brass keys for the case. Item further features a canvas and leather sleeve. {MODERN}


This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Condition
Excellent. Bores are Minty. Item retains a strong metal finish with vibrant case colors. Some grease residue to the barrels. Stock retains its polished finish with strong checkering. Action locks up tightly with the barrels on face and the lever resting right of center. Case has some light scratches.