Bob and Harry,
Thank you for the welcome. It's almost shameful to have always wanted a Parker and not gotten one until age 62. I will post detailed photos. When I first examined the stock, it was well coated with old, crystallized shellac. I wish I could say that the checkering was just worn, but there was never any there. Having conserved classic firearms, for many years, I knew that this was not the original finish, so I carefully removed it. I would say that the stock was replaced in the late 50's, or early 60's, based on the age and style of the recoil pad. Harry, I'm still going to look for that number. Here's the question. Let's say that the stock had to be replaced, for whatever reason. Was it possible to obtain a plain replacement from Parker, or any other company, at that time? My thinking is, that if it is a Parker replacement, that was purchased without checkering, I will checker it, in the same style and call it a day. Anyway, it is a truly a wonderful shotgun and photos to follow.
Regards,
Don
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