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    It seems the Internet is full of "expert" advice which just adds more confusion to the meaning of what is a DP rifle.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Edward Horton View Post
    It seems the Internet is full of "expert" advice which just adds more confusion to the meaning of what is a DP rifle.

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    Ah, the old TRter and his masterclass. I tried to graduate as many as I could, but got burned at the stake as a witch. You may have noticed my cryptic referral to the knuckle draggers early on here...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Son View Post
    Ah, the old TRter and his masterclass. I tried to graduate as many as I could, but got burned at the stake as a witch. You may have noticed my cryptic referral to the knuckle draggers early on here...
    I was tempted to make reference to your good friend Turkeyicon

    What are the odds he'll turn up unannounced at Lithgowicon in a couple of weeks time?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Lithy View Post
    I was tempted to make reference to your good friend Turkeyicon

    What are the odds he'll turn up unannounced at Lithgowicon in a couple of weeks time?
    Two questions.. Is there a season for them?
    Are there any caliber restrictions?


    Might have an update on the Omark situation soon... got a lead...
    Oh, posted your package this arvo.

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