*SOLD* 1928 Parker Bros GHE Grade 2 12Ga Blue 28" *CLASSIC DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN*

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:

The Grade 2 production started in 1875 before the grading system was adopted, and it sold for $80 (80 Dollar grade). As Parker introduced the named grades, they named Grade 2 guns E, F, G, H, EH, and GH. The GH and EH describe Grade 2 hammerless Parkers, and the other names describe Grade 2 hammer guns. These names were based on various gauge and stock configurations. It was a popular gun for the owner who wanted a gun with more adornment than the average gun and was willing to pay about $20 more for a gun that looked better and was well-balanced. The Grade 2 had a higher quality of American walnut which has some figure. Most Grade 2 guns have Damascus or Parker Special Steel barrels. They were significantly better engraved than the lower-grade guns. Quail, ducks, snipe, and woodcock are common figures in the engraving of the frame sides and bottom; the forend latch and screw heads are also engraved. 
 
The checkering was deeper and finer than lower-grade Parkers. After about 1880, the hard rubber dog's head butt plate and a white metal shield behind the lower tang became standard on the Grade 2. Because of the added embellishments, it was very popular with Parker customers. Ejectors were an option on GH grade. These guns with ejectors (GHE) are desirable to collectors.
 

Specifications:

Manufacturer: Parker Bros 
Model: GHE Grade 2
Serial: 229396
Date of Manufacture: 1928 (According to the Parker Gun Collector Association Serial Number Lookup)
Caliber: 12 Gauge 
Finish: Color Case Hardened Receiver with Blue Barrel
Barrel Length: 28" Parker Special Steel Barrels
Optics/Sights: Bead Front 
Stock/Grips: Straight Grip Walnut Buttstock with Walnut Forearm with Diamond Checkered Grips
Action: Break-Action 
Markings: Standard / Both sides of the receiver are engraved with Floral Scrolls and game scenes in the middle. The Bottom of the receiver is engraved with floral scrolls surrounding a game scene.

 

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