I've had the B&M Pro Ratchet and the Hurst Quarter stick which is currently in the car. I'll be switching back to the B&M. I know it's trivial but I don't like pulling the lever on the Hurst to get in 3rd gear
I use flour and water for my gravy. I get it to the same consistency in my shaker that I want my gravy then I add a little splash of this to season and get a nice rich dark color. My Grandma used it and my Mom still uses it