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[OH Osthaus]

Originally Posted by Ray Masciarella

Manager says it can't be shot cause of Damascus. I tried to explain to him that it could but he thought I was nuts.

As W C Fields once said "Never give a sucker an even break or smarten up a chump"

I one tried to explain a shotgun identification mistake to a Gander manager, he woudn't listen so I ended buying a high grade prewar Sauer for a pittance. Since I tried to be honest and he wouldn't listen, I left with a heck of a deal and a clean conscience.

[Ray Masciarella]

Ut oh

[Ray Masciarella]

Ok, went back. Mgr wanted to know what I did. He had over a dozen calls and two backups! I told him about my post and I think he's going to join to sell the rest of them!

Anyway, all the stir blew any chance he'd take my discounted offer (which the asst did pending mgr approval) but it's in my safe. I obviously don't know a good thing when I see it but I don't collect CH's except for one with Bernard barrels because I thought they were cool.

I'm embarrassed to tell you that I don't understand why this gun is so interesting.Is it the straight stock, twin ivory beads and 32" barrels? The price? Was it ordered by Elvis or something? (haha). Can someone tell me?

Anyway, I don't think I'll keep it since I obviously don't appreciate something good when I see it. Once I understand what I just did I'll first contact those who have sent PMs telling me of their interest if I didn't buy it. In fact those fellas can call me if they'd like to tell me about it. (and don't bother leaving a message with my boys or lovely wife cause I'll never get it-just call back). 5618326645.

In the meantime, I'm going duck hunting. They are finally here by the 1000s

[Chris T.]

Ray,
We wouldn't mind seeing a few pictures if you have a chance!

[Ray Masciarella]

Chris, I will get photos taken and post them. Best, Ray

[Richard Flanders]

Only a dozen calls? Amazing. Who woulda seen that coming, eh? Sorry everyone ruined your chance at a discount on it.

[TARNATION !!!]

Originally Posted by Richard Flanders

..., eh?

You been spendin' time east of 140, south of 60 but still north or 49?????

[Richard Flanders]

I have. I spent quite a bit of time in Atlin BC in the 70's... and obviously picked up bad habits in the process! I've spent a fair bit of time in Canada above 70 also.

[TARNATION !!!]

Not sure if there is sufficient population North of 70 for y'all to talk with to form a bad 'eh habit. More ptarmigan than people I'm thinking.

[Richard Flanders]

Don't think I saw even ptarmigan up there... just eskimos and fortunately they spoke English. The only thing they taught me was how to piss on the carburetor throat of a frozen Elan engine at -40 to get it to start.... very valuable lesson that...