The Serialization book lists a Parker’s basic features in 6 distinct columns, the second of which, after the serial number is the A column which represents action type, the first column is GRA for Grade. From the very first serial number listed up to S/N 24821 they all show a U in column #2, the Action column. S/N 24822 begins the T designation in column #2 for Top Action.
I think we can conclude that the U is not the grade of the gun but rather the action type, “Underlifter.”
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