More Parker 16
 

a few more pictures.

The one photo in your second batch looks as if the rib matting goes all the way over the dolls head. I do not think that is correct. Also, the rib does not look to ramp up quick enough for a factory Parker Vent rib. The posts also look a bit fat. I wouls suspect it to be an addition.

And it looks as if the barrels have been reblued due to the locking lug being blued.

The checkered side panels should also be suspect on a V grade.

We have seen checkered stock panels ordered on lower grade guns. I have a D grade stock that was factory fitted to a P grade gun and the D stock was ordered with checkered panels. Those panels on Gary's new gun look very factory to me.

We still need better pictures of the rib taken from the top so it can be seen in detail, at both ends.