Stan; I believe that the number of guns at CH's auction yesterday was due to a combination of factors: (1) No guns were sent from England this year, (2) Dig could not make the trip & (3) Ron wanted to test whether combining the Sporting Sale with his antiques sale, which is normally held in mid-November, would stimulate more interest and I believe that it did. The new location is great, plenty of parking and close proximity to the airport, much more room, etc. I believe that December 2010 will be much bigger than any of the previous sales.
Best Regards, George
