Alan, years ago in about the 1890's to maybe 1920's many European and American gun makers of very cheap or utilitarian guns marketed guns with the names of expensive American and European gun manufacturers. W. Richards was stamped on the side plates of guns rather than the more expensive Westley Richards from England. Parker or sometimes Barker (with many derivations) was stamped so a prospective buyer would think he was buying a Parker Brothers expensive and quality shotgun. Your shotgun is one of those cheap guns. Many were manufactured in Belgium but I don't see any Belgium proof marks on your gun. If you were to look at a genuine Parker Brothers shotgun (even the inexpensive but quality made Trojan grade) and compare the quality of fit and finish to your gun you would see a world of difference. Personally I would relegate your gun to a wall hanger. It does not look safe to shoot to me. You could check with Dixie Gun Works in TN to see if they may have a replacement hammer for the one that is missing for appearance sake. JMHO.
Dennis
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