doublegunshop.com - home Forums General Discussion Silent Doubles - In Memorium John Mann has passed away...

Another one gone - what a year!

I'm raising a glass to our friend Mr Mann (really, I am - Chardonnay, nicely chilled).

Just got back from viewing Holt's and Gavin Gardiner's. Knee deep in guns. Ran into Cyril Adams and a good few other top people.

We take one another for granted but how wonderful that we all all bound by a common interest. Brothers indeed. Here's to all of you still living - we'll miss you all when you are gone.

I was just thinking about him (and Oscar Gaddy as well) the other day when looking at the Bill Wise posting.

Another true gentleman who knew what he was talking about, in spades. I am grateful for the gunning education I got from those three men.

My my, how sad it is to see such a man pass into the night.

John, you are still and forever missed.

Away from the board last summer when this news was posted, I've just now read these expressions of loss and thoughtful tributes to John. Though I never personally corresponded with John, I too respected his knowledge and generosity ... and admired his trust and his courage in opening his heart to us.

Jay

A delight to listen to and learn from.
I met John at Addieville years ago and was impressed by the crowd that gathered round him. I'm glad I had the opportunity to know him. We all are diminished by his passing. RIP John.

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