Downforce Posted February 16, 2022 Report Share Posted February 16, 2022 16 minutes ago, impala59 said: One wonders if the pigeons knew which side they were on! Do carrier pigeons taste good and would they be seen as 'fair game' to supplement bully beef and biscuits? On that note we return firmly to Pigeon Watch! Only if they were called “Speckled Jim”! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted February 16, 2022 Report Share Posted February 16, 2022 I’m assuming German carrier pigeons were identified by the black crosses on their wings? 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted February 17, 2022 Report Share Posted February 17, 2022 On 16/02/2022 at 18:49, Scully said: I’m assuming German carrier pigeons were identified by the black crosses on their wings? 🙂 Surely, in WW1, they would be multi coloured or gaudy reds, pinks and purples as the hun favoured painting their flying machines? Just now, impala59 said: Surely, in WW1, they would be multi coloured or gaudy reds, pinks and purples as the hun favoured painting their flying machines? Now there would be an interesting painting Scully! Pigeon/ flying machine hybrid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted February 17, 2022 Report Share Posted February 17, 2022 (edited) I’m getting pictures in my head now of **** Dastardly (surely modelled on the evil hun) in the “stop the pigeon” cartoons and the pigeon with flying helmet and goggles. they do say as you get older things from one’s childhood are recollected in preference to the short term memory **** not edited by me! Apparently Richard cannot be shortened on PW!🤪 Edited February 17, 2022 by impala59 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strimmer_13 Posted February 28, 2022 Report Share Posted February 28, 2022 Bought this beauty on friday, took it out on its first clay day and done surprisingly well with it 500 slugster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymo Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 On 28/02/2022 at 18:23, strimmer_13 said: Bought this beauty on friday, took it out on its first clay day and done surprisingly well with it 500 slugster Nice- that was my first ‘pump’ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strimmer_13 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 7 hours ago, Jaymo said: Nice- that was my first ‘pump’ 24" barrel took a bit of getting used to but even with cylinder i was breaking 40 yard crossers Its not as noisy as my last 500 either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrumbag Posted September 12, 2022 Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 This is a bit quiet folks! Anyone taking a pump out on the foreshore? I'm out with a Mossberg 535 tomorrow morning Scrummy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flippermaj Posted September 12, 2022 Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 Yep, had the SXP out for an hour Saturday morning, shot well with it, 3 pigeons flighting along the sea wall. Out of interest I bought a nearly new super nova in the spring. Tried it once on roosting pigeons and a round of clays. Again shot well enough with it but sold it on as it just felt too big and heavy compared to the SXP although probably better build quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrumbag Posted September 12, 2022 Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 37 minutes ago, flippermaj said: Yep, had the SXP out for an hour Saturday morning, shot well with it, 3 pigeons flighting along the sea wall. Out of interest I bought a nearly new super nova in the spring. Tried it once on roosting pigeons and a round of clays. Again shot well enough with it but sold it on as it just felt too big and heavy compared to the SXP although probably better build quality. Good man. The supernova is a chunky old unit right enough, particularly the forend. I wonder if someone could make an aftermarket one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enfieldspares Posted September 12, 2022 Report Share Posted September 12, 2022 (edited) The thing is, of course, that not all German WWI grenades were "stick grenades". Some were "egg grenades" and some were "discus grenades" (which latter were very like two standard clay pigeons stuck together to make an oyster shape). For sure the trench guns wouldn't stop every grenade and I suspect that the men using them were there for other purposes too. But you use what you have and if it works more often than it doesn't work well it's better than nothing at all. Edited September 12, 2022 by enfieldspares Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrumbag Posted September 15, 2022 Report Share Posted September 15, 2022 Morning folks, Well, not a bad morning. 1 hen mallard and 1 canada for 7 shots with the Mossberg 535. (Should have been less, 3 were at a duck that I had a really bad mount for, those 42gr 3.5" No.3 Mamouths are going leave a mark on my arm). Canada fell to a 42gr 3.5 Winchester blindside No.1 Scrummy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flippermaj Posted September 15, 2022 Report Share Posted September 15, 2022 You want to try some 3 inch carts, gamebore et do good steel and it kicks way less to those 3.5 inch rockets, I downsized to these and still fill the bag! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrumbag Posted September 30, 2022 Report Share Posted September 30, 2022 On 15/09/2022 at 19:48, flippermaj said: You want to try some 3 inch carts, gamebore et do good steel and it kicks way less to those 3.5 inch rockets, I downsized to these and still fill the bag! To be fair the carts were a free gift so not complaining too loudly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrumbag Posted November 28, 2022 Report Share Posted November 28, 2022 Anyone want an 1897 clone? Lot 408 - (S1) 12 bore Norinco (Winchester 1897) pump (southamsauction.co.uk) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theshootist Posted November 29, 2022 Report Share Posted November 29, 2022 (edited) There is also a Franchi Spas ! https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb/auction-catalogues/southams-auctioneers-and-valuers/catalogue-id-srso10067/lot-92a0f973-1a5a-4b59-beff-af5400acb1fb Edited November 29, 2022 by theshootist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymo Posted December 23, 2022 Report Share Posted December 23, 2022 On 29/11/2022 at 23:00, theshootist said: There is also a Franchi Spas ! https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb/auction-catalogues/southams-auctioneers-and-valuers/catalogue-id-srso10067/lot-92a0f973-1a5a-4b59-beff-af5400acb1fb Shame I missed this post as would have had a punt on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downforce Posted December 24, 2022 Report Share Posted December 24, 2022 7 hours ago, Jaymo said: On 29/11/2022 at 23:00, theshootist said: There is also a Franchi Spas ! https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb/auction-catalogues/southams-auctioneers-and-valuers/catalogue-id-srso10067/lot-92a0f973-1a5a-4b59-beff-af5400acb1fb Shame I missed this post as would have had a punt on that. I think it went for £850 or £950 plus fees etc, so not exactly cheap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymo Posted December 24, 2022 Report Share Posted December 24, 2022 2 hours ago, Downforce said: I think it went for £850 or £950 plus fees etc, so not exactly cheap Actually, that is rather cheap for a SPAS. Would have it stood in the rack had I known. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downforce Posted December 24, 2022 Report Share Posted December 24, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, Downforce said: I think it went for £850 or £950 plus fees etc, so not exactly cheap So not exactly cheap… if you’re buying unseen online and don’t know what you’re getting is more what I mean plus auction fees Edited December 24, 2022 by Downforce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymo Posted December 24, 2022 Report Share Posted December 24, 2022 11 hours ago, Downforce said: So not exactly cheap… if you’re buying unseen online and don’t know what you’re getting is more what I mean plus auction fees That’s a bargain to what I have seen them fetching. As mentioned, would have snapped it up had I known. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted December 25, 2022 Report Share Posted December 25, 2022 Not been on for a while due to many unfortunate reasons, but wish to convey compliments of the season to all Pump club contributors, many that I have happily met and the myriad that I have conversed with. Hoping for a better New Year, (couldn't be worse than this one) Look out for some of the 37's I have collected over the years on up-coming Holts sales, all good examples maintained and cherished by me (needs must I am afraid 😞 ) Still in the game though, just much reduced personal stash! Managed to scrape 3rd place in my club pump league despite more absences than I have had in previous years so not all bad! Still able to supply some 37 parts if required, also advice info etc. (not for business or profit, just for the love and to keep them all working) So Merry Christmas to you all and a happy New Year, Keep pumping, keep contributing and keep Pump Club at the top of the page! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted December 26, 2022 Report Share Posted December 26, 2022 Same to you Mate, will be in touch about getting mine back in to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted December 26, 2022 Report Share Posted December 26, 2022 Seeking the knowledge of the pump club members here looking for one of these anyone know of one for sale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrumbag Posted December 26, 2022 Report Share Posted December 26, 2022 17 hours ago, impala59 said: Not been on for a while due to many unfortunate reasons, but wish to convey compliments of the season to all Pump club contributors, many that I have happily met and the myriad that I have conversed with. Hoping for a better New Year, (couldn't be worse than this one) Look out for some of the 37's I have collected over the years on up-coming Holts sales, all good examples maintained and cherished by me (needs must I am afraid 😞 ) Still in the game though, just much reduced personal stash! Managed to scrape 3rd place in my club pump league despite more absences than I have had in previous years so not all bad! Still able to supply some 37 parts if required, also advice info etc. (not for business or profit, just for the love and to keep them all working) So Merry Christmas to you all and a happy New Year, Keep pumping, keep contributing and keep Pump Club at the top of the page! Sorry to hear that matey! I’ll look out for some of your collection. Sure to be good quality! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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