I compared to photos and the checkering is exactly as on an original Parker and nearly perfect. In fact, the entire finish on the stock is near perfect. Good eye on the comb. I compared to photos and it looks identical. In researching Mr. Hasinger, he was already a senior manufacturing executive during WWII in Pittsburgh. It makes sense he would have purchased and updated the gun in the 1930s or 1940s. He obviously was quite fond of it, having his name engraved on both sides of the receiver. Ouch. Obviously, it affects collector value but takes away nothing from the gun as a shooter. In fact, all of his modifications make it a darn nice shooter today. I’m thinking a red Silvers pad on the stock. Mr. Dudley, thank you for the information. I will contact you regarding barrel reblue and pad replacement.
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