Shackleton For Sale

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I'm could call in to Lapland on the way over :)
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Why is the MoD selling it? Cut backs in budgets to look after it, I presume.
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Garry Russell wrote:I'm could call in to Lapland on the way over :)
Trying to be one of Santas helpers Garry?
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Chris558 wrote:Why is the MoD selling it? Cut backs in budgets to look after it, I presume.
Apparently, the plug is missing from that kitchen sink, you just can't get that size these days.

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The timescale is very short. it is as if they really want to scap it but give an unrealistic chance to have it saved to counteract the moaning when it happens.

Mike...It was a combination lack of availiable plugs for the kitchen sink and an acute shortage of certified Avro Shackleton tea pots that finally grounded the type :( 8)
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Tables could do with a bit of polishing on the inside. 8)
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Airspeed wrote:
Apparently, the plug is missing from that kitchen sink, you just can't get that size these days.

I'm bettn' you'll get everything but the kitchen sink!

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It would be worth it just for the divorce. :lol:
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A Christmas gift with a difference for someone? *-) ;) EricT
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