This is an adjustable shot & powder measure from the Bridgeport Gun Implement Company. Measures approximately 5.25” long overall with a 4” turned wood handle. The adjustable measuring device has numerous increments marked on the side; 2 1/2 to 5 Drams of gun powder and 1 to 2 1/4 ounces of shot. Stamped on the bottom is, “B.G.I. CO. / PAT. FEB. 25, 1890.”

Bridgeport Gun Implement Company (BGI) was founded in February of 1878 in Bridgeport Connecticut by Marcellus Hartley (1827 -1902).  BGI Manufactured gun implements such as loading tools, cleaning tools, shell extractors and powder measures for old style guns.

Fine condition and a great little accessory for hunting or shotgun display. [jet] [ph:L]

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