Perhaps it was added later to move the balance point. It doesn't seem to have harmed the wood. The requested specs as ordered in the letter:
"According to Parker Bros. Order Book No. 91, it was a VHE hammerless, 20-gauge. It featured Vulcan steel barrels with a length of 30 inches, chamber lengths of 2 7/8”, and Lyman sights. The stock configuration was a straight grip and a Silvers rubber butt was requested. The requested specifications were: Length of Pull 14 ½”, Drop at Heel 3 ½”, Weight 6 pounds, 6 ounces."
I don't know if it was added to match the ordered weight though. The rest is original and matches the letter. She would probably be a bit muzzle heavy without it. There would be no way to tell on yours without removing the trigger guard.
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