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Kudos to Craig Larter for his excellent articles on 8 ga. shotguns in the latest edition of Parker Pages. I've been familiar with punt guns "forever", but I don't think I've ever seen a picture of a "battery gun" for duck hunting. Great information and great commentary. Jeff
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I also enjoyed Craig’s article on the history of the 8 gauge.

Good job Craig,

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Some day, I will also enjoy my friend, Craigs, article. Wish me luck. No mail tomorrow, Sunday, nor will there be mail Memorial Day, Monday.
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Thanks guys I'm glad you enjoyed the piece.
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Jeff,

For some good reads on the use of the big guns around the Chesapeake Bay try some of the books by C. John Sullivan, Jr. I have enjoyed the lengthy titled Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Decoys & Long Guns; Tales of Carroll's Island Ducking Club and also Chesapeake Ducking Guns - Baltimore Made -.

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It was the first article I read in this issue, Craig. You made some important points that had to have been based on extensive research. Thanks for that.
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