Thanks guys!!! I have never restocked a Parker before but I have done quite few Smiths and Foxes and have always cocked them by hand before putting the barrels on. My Ithaca NID 20 gage is next! (Badly repaired stock.) You guys have more knowledge on Parkers by far than I. I'm sure glad I joined PGCA instead of continuing as "looker" only. Think spring!!!!! Lee.