So if the serial number start's with a (3) it is a model 1900. All have 6 number's in the serial number. The model 1894 serial number's start with a (1) and the model 1900 serial number's start with a (3). The best way to tell the two model's apart is by the serial numbers. It was a running change so there is no exact serial number. Around 1906 Remington made the change to the floating firing pin on both guns. The 1900 was basically an 'economy' version of the 1894.īefore 1906 both the 1894 & 1900 models had the firing pin made integral on the hammers. The 1894 was more of a precision fit gun & could be had as an engraved version. This model has the snap on Baker type forend fastener. Could have been had in 'ordnance or damascus steel barrels. M1900, hammerless, made in 12 & 16 gauges. This model has a Purdey forend fastener (push button type) M 1894, was the first hammerless, made in 10, 12, & 16 gauges. Making muzzle loaders, conversions, two and three barreled breechloaders, all of which were marked W. I have 12 GAUGE PARKER DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN WITH HAMMERS. Stocks are good with an especially attractive grain to the butt, showing average wear and use with most. Metal parts have a light gray patina overall with some scattered areas of light pitting. 'New Baker' by Syracuse Gun and Forging Co Batavia NY 12 gauge damascus double barrel shotgun.

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