I have ordered an upgrade from 67 markers to 111 markers for my y-DNA testing to obtain more accurate assessments of possible relationships with subjects who do not bear the Tapscott surname (in particular Bolding/Bowlin/Bowling and Stone) but who have close matches at 67 markers. Since some of these have undergone a 111-marker test, we should be able to get immediate and more reliable comparisons. Testing at a higher number of markers is needed since the predicted haplogroup of those being compared is the exceedingly common R-M269 (R1b1a2). It is indeed unfortunate that when it comes to our y-DNA, we Tapscotts are commoners.

I am increasing my search for individuals bearing the Tapscott name in Canada, Australia, and England or descended from the New Jersey Tapscotts to undergo y-DNA testing.