Mark, I studied TPS carefully and am now convinced that the popular belief that the Parker stamped shot measures, powder measures and combination measures were made by B.G.I.C.O. is wrong. TPS clearly says they were Parker Bros made and were of better quality than other makers.
Most of the Parker marked cleaning accessories were made by BG and there was a close longstanding relationship between the companies, so I think that carried over into forming the misbelief. I have spread the misinformation when asked and I know others have also. Perhaps we can correct that.
Perhaps Dave Suponski will see this also and come to the same conclusion.
I have a Parker Bros. stamped combination measure with ebony handle.
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