Gunstock Craftsman
We must not always jump to the conclusion too quickly that a gun is only good for Parts. This 20g. Parker Trojan would have been considered just that by many people. It came to me as just a complete action with trigger guard and a set of barrels. It had no wood at all and …
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The Summer 2013 issue of The Double Gun Journal has been released containing an article I wrote on Parker Brothers’ design engineer James P. Hayes. The article profiles Hayes’ career and his work on the Parker Gun and his hand in its design evolution. The primary purpose is to highlight a prototype Parker Trojan that …
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On any fine gun, the details count the most. It is what sets them apart from others when it comes to the level of quality put into hand finished guns. Incorrectly timed or buggered up screw slots on a gun can be a major negative when it comes to value and also the overall condition …
As with any restoration; be it art, cars, furnature or guns. Attention to details are very important and can make or break the outcome. A very important feature on all Parker Brothers shotguns is a border which surrounds the checkering pattern. It is called a “mullered” border and it is unique to Parker guns when …