Just my humble opinion, in the short version. Parker Brothers manufactured "The Parker Bros. Gun" in Meriden, CT until Remington purchased the gun company, it's equipment, and hired some employees and moved the business to Ilion, NY where they reproduced the Parker Bros gun under the name of "Parker". Remington was not allowed to use the "Parker Bros" logo.
In 1984 Tom Skeuse Sr. owner of Reagent Chemical Company introduced another Parker reproduction. This gun was labeled "The Parker Reproduction by Winchester" in order to circumvent the copy rights held by Remington.
All are very fine guns in their own right. If you desire an orginial Parker look for the "Parker Bros" label engraved on the gun. Enjoy the journey!
Buddy
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