Parker Brothers PH
Parker Brothers · Shotgun · Discontinued · 1899
Also known as: Parker PH, Parker P Grade Hammerless, Parker Grade 1 Hammerless
Overview
The Parker Brothers PH is a side-by-side, break-action double-barreled shotgun and a field-grade member of Parker's hammerless line. The 'P' denotes Parker's Grade 1, one step above the entry Grade 0 (VH), and the 'H' marks the hammerless boxlock action. Chambered most often in 12 gauge with twin triggers and a top lever, the PH offered slightly better walnut and a little more engraving around the frame screws than the plainer VH while sharing the same renowned Parker action.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3289 g (116.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1143 mm (45.00") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Internal Hammer |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | None |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12ga, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Action Double Barrel
- Safety mechanisms: Tang Safety
- Features: Break Action, Side By Side Barrels, Boxlock, Hammerless, Double Trigger, Top Lever
Production
Production years: 1899-1942
Grade 1 hammerless double; sold in smaller numbers than the cheaper Grade 0 or costlier Grade 2. Later production under Remington ownership.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Discontinued: 1942
Notes
Parker Brothers shotguns were graded by quality (Trojan, VH, PH, GH, DH, CH, BH, AH, A-1 Special); PH is the Grade 1 hammerless, differing from the Grade 0 VH mainly in wood quality and modest extra engraving. Grade 1 guns used twist, laminated and later fluid-steel barrels. Production passed to Remington in 1934, which continued Parker guns until about 1942.
Background
Parker Brothers of Meriden, Connecticut earned the nickname 'Old Reliable', and even a plain field-grade Parker like the PH is prized today as a genuine American 'Parker gun'.