Michael, your VH could have had either a dog's head butt plate (DHBP) with or without the spur, and there were several variations of both. If you have, or can borrow, a copy of "The Parker Story", there's a very informative section on Parker Brothers butt plates which should answer your questions.

Many Parkers of grade VH and above had recoil pads originally installed at the factory. Doc Drew's post above has some good info.

Hope this helps.

Ed

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