Parker Bros. Double Barrel Sawed Off Shotgun, 10 gauge, 18.25" barrels, serial number: B1788. Produced sometime before 1874 Parker Brothers Damascus Double Barreled Outside Hammer 10 Gauge Shotgun. It has short 18 ¼ inch barrels and shortened butt stock, clearly intended as a "street-sweeper” or behind-the-bar weapon. Release in front of the trigger guard. The fore end and wrist of the butt stock are checkered. The butt has a brass homemade butt plate held on with both screws and nails. The stock has been shortened to only 12 inches. The release lever may have been replaced, as it does not have the flare found on this early model Parker. According to the Parker Shotguns database. This one was made in the Pre-1874 period before records were kept. Dimensions: Overall length: 30.75". This firearm is antique and does not require special licensing. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $50 . All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping. Overall fair condition. The action works smoothly. The right side lock works well, while the left hand lock will not hold on full cock, however the springs are good. Both hammers are missing their screws, but seem secure. Has surface rusting that hides a significant amount of the damascus. The stock is good other than being shortened, with bumps and dents, especially on the forend