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Old 07-19-2010, 05:16 PM   #16
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Re: Another diver death

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Mori did mention the brand and model of gun, but I purposely left that out because I didn't want to turn this into a fight over which brand was better. As you said, it could happen with any brand, and I'm not willing to bet that my brand is immune.
Very true.

I don't know of a mech out there that hasn't misfired once or twice. Not always due to parts breaking. Just normal wear, corrosion, or even a couple grains of sand in the mech can cause a gun to go off.

Going back to the medical side of it, you'd be amazed how little of a knock to the ches can kill you if you get hit in the right spot. Even a single band has enough power if it thumps you that it can cause your heart to skip a beat or even stop.

Things I try not to think about when I'm chest loading.
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Old 12-15-2010, 09:08 PM   #17
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Re: Another diver death

Picked up a new wetsuit from Don at M & B today. He told me the story about Harley Kim. Came here and did a search. What a tragedy. I guess I'll think twice about having a loaded gun on board from now on.
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Old 12-16-2010, 11:27 AM   #18
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That sucks! I always am cognizant of loaded guns, I have that fear of being whacked by either end.
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Old 12-16-2010, 11:37 AM   #19
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Re: Another diver death

Wouldn't the effect be just about the same in the water, given that when unloading it the butt is already on your stomach?
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