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The last time CJO showcased his restoration skills the gun in question was one of my Lindner Charles Daly Diamonds. Here he is on another forum bringing a Parker VH 28 gauge back to life:
https://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/threads/parker-vh-28-bore-%E2%80%9C-new-lease-on-life%E2%80%9D-restoration.2518838/
Apparently posting photos here is not his strong suit, thus the change in venue. But the workmanship remains flawless!
The world cries out for such: he is needed & needed badly- the man who can carry a message to Garcia
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For those who don’t want to copy and paste the link Parker 28Top shelf work as usual. Ken
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Nice, but I cannot imagine what he has sunk into that VH...
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Probably not a lot in terms of dolllars John. That’s the great thing about being as skilled as Claudio is. It’s just his time. Much like many on this site who work on their own guns.
The world cries out for such: he is needed & needed badly- the man who can carry a message to Garcia
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James...it's not about being my strong suit I'm quite comfortable taking and posting pictures I just don't want to be at the mercy of some hosting site, and that is the only way for me to post here these days, that's also why you looked after posting all the pics on the Lindner thread...here you need a URL! John...as far as the cost to restore that VH is concerned....I sank more into my Quebec Atlantic Salmon fly fishing trips and all I have to show for are a lot of good memories, and many new friends....  However my electrical bill was a little heavier than usual last year...also my wife complained I spent more time with that Parker than I did with her...so that also cost me, but she got over it now and I still have the Parker... All best, CJ
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James...it's not about being my strong suit I'm quite comfortable taking and posting pictures I just don't want to be at the mercy of some hosting site, and that is the only way for me to post here these days, that's also why you looked after posting all the pics on the Lindner thread...here you need a URL! CJO, I have been posting photos here on DoubleGunShop forum for years, and never stored my photos on any photo hosting site. There are several Free Photo Hosting sites that permit you to simply upload images stored on your PC's image file (or in your phone photo gallery), and then click on an option to post it on a forum such as this. You then copy it, and return to the Window you are using to make a Post here, and then simply Paste it where you want it to appear. It takes me about 20 seconds or less to post a stored image here from a Windows PC, and a bit longer from my I-Mac or my cell phone. I've used ImgBB, Imgur, Postimages, Freeimage.host, etc., and it's just a matter of trying them and finding what you like best. It's free, they can't hold your photos hostage, and if the site crashes or fails, you won't lose a thing. I have to say, I've always enjoyed seeing your work, and this 28 ga. Parker VH is no exception. I especially appreciate your explanations of how you do various period correct and manufacturer specific processes. There is a big difference between simply refinishing, and doing a correct restoration that brings a gun back as close as possible to the way it left the factory. And it is notable that you mention and explain why you may deviate from staying 100% original, such as selecting an upgrade for the stock wood or fitting barrels to the breech closer than the factory might have done. That dedication to doing things right was especially evident in your explanation of your choice of gravers and engraving cuts to correctly match the original factory engraving. Speaking of engraving, I'm impressed you do that too, in addition to superb wood working, metal working, case hardening, bluing, etc. Thus far, my only attempt at engraving is cutting a few lines on a screw head. There are a lot of talented gunsmiths out there who specialize in mostly one thing. But I am most impressed by those who have the ability and talent to do it all. Thanks for sharing it.
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Probably not a lot in terms of dolllars John. That’s the great thing about being as skilled as Claudio is. It’s just his time. Much like many on this site who work on their own guns. After reading Claudio's last post I realized I had clumsily not paid any attention to the fact it was his gun, not a client's. My apologies for the comment on cost. JR
Last edited by John Roberts; 05/15/25 05:52 PM.
Be strong, be of good courage.
God bless America, long live the Republic.
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Keith, thank you for posting that,It’s a very thoughtful reply and it’s appreciated. It’s one of the reasons why I like to post my work here, all the knowledge, the people here get it.
I'll also put more though into the picture posting issue and show some more recent work…just finished a full resto on a H&H Royal I would like to share…so wish me luck
John, no reason to apologize, you’re probably correct, and I should probably apologize for the sarcasm and stick to gun talk
All’s good,
CJ
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That was an amazing job! Thanks for sharing it. That gun is made the way that I like a sxs - 2 triggers and a nice pistol grip.
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When will we be treated to pics of the finished product?
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