Chaz Parker ID question

[Abington]

Can anyone ID this Chaz Parker? I haven't seen it in person, so I don't know model number, jaw width or even approximate weight. Perspective in the pic is odd so I can't tell if its 40 pounds or 200. I've emailed seller for details, but, as a vice junkie, I'm dying for more info!

I looked through this good page, but didn't find a good match.

http://www.dayid.org/mediawiki/index.php/Charles_Parker_Vise

 

[bigcaddy]

It looks like a Charles Parker No. 88 to me but their numbering system went a little wacky. It could be a No.288 as well.

Figuring out those things is difficult for me. Catalyze should be able to help you out more, hes' the "Charles Parker Whisperer"

 

[Abington]

Owner just said its a model 87. He wants $80, seem worth it?

 

[autopts]

Its rare to see one with all 3 pipe jaws. If the jaws are squared out and still knurled, get it.

 

[Packard V8]

Re: Chaz Parker ID question

It's most often Chas. Parker or Charles Parker.

Chaz Bono, well that's up to you.

jack vines

 

[bigcaddy]

It's most often Chas. Parker or Charles Parker.

Chaz Bono, well that's up to you.

jack vines

In all fairness to the OP, that vise does slightly resemble Chaz Bono. White, bulky, irregular looking and by no means allow your hands to get near its jaws.


Its actually quite a very accurate description

 

[Catalyze]

Hello!
A Parker model 87 is a 3 1/2" combination vise....weighs about 47 pounds...is fairly rare...cost $16.00 in 1926. The price isn't out of line....it should clean up to be a very stately looking Parker....as the country song says "I'm leaving it all up to you"
Craig

 

[Catalyze]

Bigcaddy - your comment deserves a separate post.....I am laughing too hard now...I must leave the monitor to compose myself.
Craig