spartina2

I can believe that.

Well that is true i geuss. However in all seriousness, just read the latest Eden "newsheet" about shooters being reported to polis alba about off reserve shooting. Don't know any other details apart from what was printed. Eyes and ears everywhere...

For the notice of the guns [standing up on coble point and looking west at 0935 ish] as was noted by various observers** in the big glass building, that there was "someone with guns there" ; just to point out that skylining yourself[s] is just going to make them move further away into the reserve [if they can be bothered] in any matter better practice of fieldcraft would alleviate this twitchy issue.. Still it's good to see someone out there, hope you had a good flight. **And this lot aren't even the semi/professional twitchers. sp2

Usual standard of witticism from yourself, nothing has changed then. Now play nicely and don't go putting people off. Again.

Did anyone have issues with permits this year? Has anyone been denied access on the Northern bank due to the university works and construction? Finally, has anyone been put off visited the estuary this year after all the above?? Thanks Spartina

True, for now. Once plaswads are inevitably banned, however, then the 3.5" cartridge case MAY have a resurgence to accommodate thicker "sustainable" alternatives [but with 3" loadings]....

Looking at it left to right I think; proof pressure [why kg?], italian proof mark, CIP fdl [steel], CIP superior steel, and date stamp. I believe that the Italians show the max TEST pressure not the "operating maximum" pressure...

Can I ask a question? What markings would you EXPECT to see on a Franchi Affinity with a 3.5" chamber? These??

Just amazing that something so basic can become so confusing..

Well David BASC you have certainly done your masters bidding, no one can accuse you being lapse in that respect. Totally agree. There must be a reason, but one can only come to the conclusion that members are not considered fit enough persons to be told. Lead shot anybody???

Disagree, evolution will do nothing but maintain and reinforce the status quo.

Has anyone seen BASC's letter [or whatever] outlining their stance that was meant to be promulgated yesterday evening? just asking like................................................................................................................................................................................................ sp2

With the greatest of respect, if you can't figure out why "Much vitriol has been aimed at David and BASC but it should not be forgotten that other shooting organisations have come to a similar view as BASC" That BASC was meant to represent wildfowlers [and to a certain extent the welfare of their quarry] and has failed to do so in such an underhand manner.... I'm lost for words,

'nuff said, Mr BASC.

http://www.hydedefinition.com/index.htm Greenzone when it's green [!!] various imported patterns to match when it's not, usually a darker shade than when they started out. Learning how to use natural cover should be a prerequisite however.. rgds sp2

David, Good Evening. May I ask some questions of yourself and BASC? Your statement re Members input: what number were wildfowlers and just how many "inputs" did you receive prior to the council making their recommendation??? Of that input what % for/against?? Now you mentioned Bag returns, how many clubs have returned these figures to BASC for there to be a basis for that shocking decision?? I understand that both yourself and Connor are in a difficult position, however have you ever heard the term broken covenant??? Well you have now. regards sp2.