Original finish by Parker would have been blackened (Black and White), much like Angel's photos show. Original Browned finish is more of an English thing.
The way you see barrels today with original finish that mostly silver with the pattern still shwoing is just natural wear of the original finish. The pattern becomes less and less visable over time, unless properly cared for.
Some prefer Browning for restoring the pattern because it still gives an antique look. And a good deal of original finishes have been seen that have a Browned look because that is how they have naturally aged.
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