Looking for a bit of advice, I’ve got a Parker Hale .243 which I want to upgrade as I’ve been offered a new set up. This is an old, well used rifle but still shoots straight. I’d rather move it on before submitting my variation. In todays throw away society, would I be as well scrapping the rifle or is it worth trying to sell cheap to someone starting out?
Parker Hale .243, scrap or sell?
- Thread starter buntinbee
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Pass it on to someone starting out, preferably a youngster.
FOC would be nice, if you can afford to do that.
Ideal beginners rifle for someone on a limited budget.
(Or just keep it. I can't understand why you think you need an "upgrade" when the rifle you've got is perfectly servicable).
FOC would be nice, if you can afford to do that.
Ideal beginners rifle for someone on a limited budget.
(Or just keep it. I can't understand why you think you need an "upgrade" when the rifle you've got is perfectly servicable).
Instead of scrapping it why not offer it for free to someone here on the forum. Plenty of people would be appreciative of such an offer
enfieldspares
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A lot depends IMHO on which P-Hale model it is. An M81 will be more desirable, as will, possible an 1100 than say something with that faux bastardised skip line chequered Weatherby thing they once made.
harrygrey382
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Scrapping it is a frightful idea. They are great actions and definitely worth keeping it - someone will want it. . At the very least give it away rather than scrap it, but seeing as it shoots straight it there’s a good chance someone will pay for it.
Unless it’s a Midland that is
but even then offering it for free is better
Unless it’s a Midland that is
but even then offering it for free is better
Rake Aboot
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Plenty nostalgic old fogies on here that love Parker Hales
Safaris are the Mk2 escorts of their gun world
Safaris are the Mk2 escorts of their gun world
billy_boyle_2010
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Is it threaded for a moderator ?
What sort of 3-5 shot groups does it achieve?
Threaded and 1 MOA ish with factory i think a lot of people would be interested in it and it would be a lovely starter package for someone. Heck I would be half tempted to have it as a roe gun and for foxing in windy conditions.
It blows my mind that gunshops don't include 100 yard targets with each used gun sold. Not many people buy a car without taking it for a test drive. Everyone views a house before buying one. Most people try a jacket on before buying. But we have to buy a used gun with no idea how well it shoots?! Crazy!
What sort of 3-5 shot groups does it achieve?
Threaded and 1 MOA ish with factory i think a lot of people would be interested in it and it would be a lovely starter package for someone. Heck I would be half tempted to have it as a roe gun and for foxing in windy conditions.
It blows my mind that gunshops don't include 100 yard targets with each used gun sold. Not many people buy a car without taking it for a test drive. Everyone views a house before buying one. Most people try a jacket on before buying. But we have to buy a used gun with no idea how well it shoots?! Crazy!
barkerint
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I’ve got a great 308 Parker Hale GLS bought from Norman Clark in Rugby who I believe bought most of their stock,
got it in 2010 and just push 150g Sierra through it and it’s not screw cut for a mod but certainly knocks down Scottish Reds not sure what model but it’s a good rifle and will outshoot some of the modern stuff about.
Keep it in the safe for laters, one was sold on here last week for £295 with scope
Nimrod1960
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I am with you on that VSS
I have passed several shot guns of little value on to youngsters for nothing other than insisting on a written report of first quarry taken.
One little ladies type 20 bore was my sons first gun and passed on through several young hands all of whom took the trouble to write me a note.
MAH
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Hello.
I recall someone was looking for o e on here.
Use the search function for Parker Hale,
Or post a for sale add.
M
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