No ear protection
17 0 ReplyWHAT?
25 1 ReplyNICE GUN!
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Back then you’d just put a couple rounds in your ears. It works ok but isn’t as good as modern hearing protection.
6 0 ReplyThat's so hilarious and crafty. I love that.
4 0 ReplyWere they at least jacketed?
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The cameraman :/
12 0 ReplyAt least with revolvers they didn’t have to worry about one in the chamber.
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A quote from my grandmother, married to a career navy officer that was also a competitive shooter in and out of service.
"No, I don't go shooting. The ear muffs mess up my hair, and I can't abide the banging."
Which turned into a family joke for multiple obvious reasons.
7 0 Reply3 with proper finger discipline, 1 needs retraining.
14 8 ReplyAll of them have their finger on the trigger...
14 1 ReplyThe fundamentals of safety we use today wouldn't be invented for another 2 decades. At the time keeping your finger on the trigger was a fairly universal practice.
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Muzzle discipline.
4 0 ReplyShorpy.com is an absolute gem of a treasure, of some of the best old photos you'll ever see.
Haha, you're welcome! ^^
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