The galazan stock shield is a lot large and also not the correct shape.
When I restock a factory gun, it always gets a shield. Usually an original Parker shield is used whether it be the one from the original stock or a spare one in the case of a missing original buttstock.
Yes, the lack of a shield would be a good indication of a restock.
Flat sheet brass can be used to cut out a new shield and then it can be contoured when the fitting is done.
I usually glue the shields in and then put the nails in just for authenticities sake.
You will notice that a lot of original Parker's have their shields sticking up proud. It is because the back of the brass will tarnish and build up a green gunk, thus pushing he shield up off he wood.
In the event of a refinish, the shields usually have to be removed, cleaned and then reset.
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