Barrel markings different among Repros

[Jerry McCarty]

Hello,

I just acquired a new Repro 20 ga. and found that the barrels are different than my 12 ga 2 bbl set in that there is no banner with the Parker Reproduction by Winchester script at the breach end of the top rib. The new 20 has the much plainer script on the side of the left barrel and does not include "Made in Japan".

The serial number of my 12 is around 720 and the 20 is around 900. Wondering if this was a cost saving measure when my 20 was built?

The new 20 is unfired, NIB and has an oil finish rather than glossy finish on its straight hand stock. Double triggers and 26" barrels. It is going to be hard to keep from hunting this one as everything about it is as it was when it left the factory including the box, case, and outer cover..

Jerry