Just now read of Albert's passing, and though not surprised - he must have been at least 125yrs old when I knew him! - it still made me feel quite sad.

I moved down to Cornwall 3 1/2 years ago, but until then was a member of the City of Salford Shooting Club, to which Albert was affiliated, and I very much enjoyed his banter, and ribbing of the other club officials. He certainly wasn't everyone's cup of tea ( - who is?), but I always found him friendly and helpful; especially if he could make a couple of quid from you with one of his Arthur Daley-esque deals!

Albert always was a shooter though, and very much promoted our shared interest when it mattered. RIP.