Dave-
I think Crescent, Parker and Meriden (Sears) were all made in Meriden, CT at one time. From there I think the similarity ends, except one could easily conclude that the three companies may have shared workers (just as auto manufacturers in Detroit) and that ideas may have come along with those workers and perhaps the companies shared some of the same raw materials.
The Meriden is not in the same league as a Parker (but the twist damascus barrels used on the Meriden and Parker do bear striking similarities). From the Crescents that I have seen, I would say the Meriden is a bit better built and engineered than a Crescent. I do think Sears/Meriden was doing their best to deliver a very high quality product at a competitive price and pass on to the consumer the cost savings (at least some) of cutting out the middle man (through direct marketing).
Doug
Last edited by dbadcraig; 11/01/07 03:29 PM.
