A follow up: The Robertshaw 333 arrived and looks identical to the Napa/Balkamp.
https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/BK_8251007
My block DID have the brass plate installed. If anyone needs either or both a new plate and a used Balkamp thermostat, let me know and I'll send them to you.
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