foldingwings
I'm still siding with you - your research and conclusion is sound - notwithstanding some variance in dates (easily countered), and the 'he was a good bloke' comments.
That said, I don't know the bloke and have no wish to inadvertantly condemn. There's an easy answer if he feels like joining in the fun - let's hear it.
But what of crossbow? - seems to have withdrawn from the register?