PARKER REPRODUCTION Model SxS, Breech-Action Shotgun, 20g, S#20-04828

Per consignor, this firearm has never been fired. Made in Japan, Parker Reproduction DHE Grade 20-04828, 20 Gauge, 2 ¾” Shells 26” Barrel with solid, concave, tapered ribs, side by side action. Markings: The top of the forend bracket is marked with the serial number. The water table is marked “DHE / 20-04828”, the sides of the frame have a pointer and setter, with to-spec Parker D-grade scroll engraving; the underside of the frame has D-engraving and “PARKER” with birds in flight; the underside, by the trigger selector, is marked “L” and “R”. The upper tang is marked “SAFE”, the lower tang has the serial number. The skeleton butt plate is scroll engraved, the belly of the butt stock has a metal oval insert that has not been engraved. The inside of the lid has an oval gold on black colored label that reads “Parker Reproduction / by / WINCHESTER” with a bird. 26" Barrels: The left barrel is marked “Parker Reproductions by WINCHESTER – 20 GAUGE, 2 ¾” / EAST ALTON, IL. U.S.A.”, the right barrel is marked “MADE IN JAPAN” The left barrel flat is marked “MOD”, “20-04828”, the right is marked “IMP. CYL” and each is marked “OVERLOAD / PARKER REPRODUCTION / PROVED”. The bottom of the barrel lugs are marked “I / 0”. The left side of the barrel lug is marked “D GRADE 20 GA. / FOR 2 ¾” SHELLS”. Choke: The left barrel is Modified, the right Improved Cylinder, both fixed. Sights / Optics: Barrel has a brass bead, which is screwed into the solid rib; the top of the rib is milled in a wave-like pattern for glare reduction, stopping just short of the front edge of the rib. Weight: 6 lb., 11.3 oz Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a two piece fancy walnut set. The splinter forend has case-colored D-grade engraved metal fixtures and checkering, to the original Parker specifications. The butt stock has a capped pistol grip and a metal oval insert on the belly which has not been engraved. The buttstock has a light compression on the comb. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 14 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the skeletonized metal butt plate; the plate has Grade D engraving with no wear, in like new excellent condition; the back of the stock is finely checkered. The stocks rate in about Fine-Excellent overall condition. It does not appear that this firearm has ever been removed from the case. Type of Finish: Rust-Blued & Case Colored, with Grade D Engraving. Bore Condition: The bores are bright. There is no erosion. Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a tan leather bound hard trunk case with canvas and leather cover. The exterior of the case has been well protected by the cover. The inside is lined with green felt, with component separators and two holes to hold included 20 Gauge Parker Reproduction snap caps. Case is in Fine-Excellent condition. The case’s cover shows very light wear, in about Fine-Excellent condition. Keys for the case are included on a leather fob.