Wendy,
It sounds like a leather hand guard that has lost its leather. To my mind the sling swivels are a plus and yes Parker did install them on a few of their guns. Though it would be hard to say about this gun unless a research letter were obtained. Are the barrels Twist Steet or Parker Steel? I just purchased a PH 12 gauge on a #1 frame that had a number of issues for $350.00 and the barrels were beat to the devil blued Twist Steel. Can you post some pictures?
Kindest, Harry
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