"Jim Webster" wrote in message
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"David G. Bell" wrote in message
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It isn't worth being polite in less than 120mm calibre.

(Though .44 Magnum may suffice in more intimate circumstances.)

Anything under 175mm is merely colonial policing (while in Russia 155mm
is hostage rescue and covert operations weapon.)

The sound of 12 gauge pump shot gun loading a round in the chamber wins
respect anywhere in the world. It is much easer to bring on target than a
155mm. And more effective than the 44 mag.

Gordon