To answer the OP question. 8K for a GH seems aggressive. A motivated person with $8K can find a respecatable DH 20 ga. But, what level of condintion qualifies for you, how much time to spend on the project, and how much you value it in general are all personal items... SO if you have seen it and like it and might be willing to spend it.... Then decide... it's all up to you. Personally nothing short of an English stocked 32 in barreled 20 GA GH could get me over $5k on a GH grade Parker.