Gents,
I'm pleased to present a recent acquisition to my collection of shooting chains, a 1913 example from the city of Berlin. The most unusual feature of this one is the fact that the annual competitions took place throughout the entire World War. Many clubs suspended the events during the years of conflict during both wars and many times those years will be missing from the consecutive dates. In some cases we may find just one or two "war-years" listed and then cancelled, however, here we find all the inclusive years listed from 1914-1918. Perhaps due to the fact that Berlin was so far behind the front-lines in the First World War?
I'd like to thank my long-time friend Gary Southgate for helping me add this splendid example to my collection. I consider myself a very lucky man to have a good friend like Gary, many thanks mate!
Best regards to everyone and good collecting !!
Bill
