With respect, gentlemen, the price has gone up and up but not beyond what we can afford. I'm a freelancer near the end of my time, an old-age pensioner, and I can't imagine a more reasonable expense for my pleasure than for shot and shells---and prices are much higher here than there. Those paying the price I read here for doubles are in a very comfortable slot compared to my company of gunners. Those who shoot hundreds or thousands of rounds a month are in a different category from the majority of gunners. There should be fewer tears, more blessings.