Hey, do airsoft guns hurt?

Hey, do airsoft guns hurt?
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4 min - Mar 14, 2007

Hey, do airsoft guns hurt?So The Mullet agreed that if we get enough airsoft guns together, that he'd let us see how bad they hurt...Tons more shit here:http://www.boredom-induced.com

This brings me to my next point: if youre going to fire a proven winner in Neil Smith, who are you going to bring in to replace him? Is Wang serious when he says that Garth Snow impressed him with his passion and knowledge of the game? Im not doubting that Snow has a great passion for the game, and is fairly knowledgeable, after all he was a professional hockey player, but are those the characteristics that make a GM successful in the NHL? This move by Wang is unprecedented and seems just straight up ridiculous to me; youre taking the job from a man that has won the Executive of the Year twice, a Stanley Cup title, and years of experience after one month on the job, replacing him with the backup goalie from last seasons team.

Neil Smith was given a little over one month to turn around one of the more dissapointing franchises in recent history. That isnt a typo; I did say one month, not even one game, let alone one season, to see how he would fare as the new GM for the New York Islanders. A month or so back when the Islanders first hired Smith and Ted Nolan, we were praising their moves, speaking of how the Islanders were finally moving in the right direction. With this latest news, it seems the Islanders have most definitely taken a turn for the worse. What makes the whole situation even more comical is that backup goaltender Garth Snow is now the GM of the team!

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Lets be honest for a minute, Neil Smith hasnt exactly been bringing in the premier free-agents in the NHL, but the Islanders didnt even give this man a fighting chance to prove that he has what it takes to bring the Islanders back to the playoffs. Tom Poti was an awful signing for Smith and the Islanders, and I cant say Im impressed by the likes of Andy Hilbert and Chris Simon, but a team has to give its GM a chance to showcase the talent that they put together. Now the Islanders are in the position in which theyll have to start with a different GM that didnt necessarily like the players that were previously signed, as well as being in a salary cap mess because of the huge contracts of Alexi Yashin and Miroslav Satan.

Federal Way police want stiffer penalties for fake-gun users (Tacoma News Tribune)

The shots rang out near a giant Federal Way shopping mall. A police officer was chasing a car prowler on foot across Pacific Highway South from the Commons. Then the man aimed what looked like a silver semiautomatic handgun at the officer from 20 to 30 feet away.

The manner in which you grip your throwing knife is crucial in the success of every throw. To be sufficiently fit for a good grip, one must have a fairly strong upper body, including the arms and hands. Push ups are a fantastic exercise for this. If you do push ups on your knees, or against a wall, with your fingers as your contact and not your palm or fist, you'll be conditioning your chest, arms, hands and fingers, all at once. Finger weights or springs can further strengthen your fingers. Hand grips are extremely effective. Think of it this way, if your hands aren't very strong, your grip won't be either. Without a strong grip, the skill cannot be developed. If you're having difficulty gripping the knife, use tape or similar sticking material around the handle. Be sure to extend the tape from the end of the handle to the middle of the knife when you finish wrapping it up. And if you'd like an easy release, only use "tape" material with a flat, smooth surface.

Let's add a dash or two of common sense here. Surely some will think that it's unnecessary to say this, but there are some for whom you MUST say this: Do not throw knives in the rain or during a snowfall. Do not throw knives in inclement weather or during a storm. Make sure your throwing area is well lit and clear of debris or material that can become airborne. Buildings and trees should be well out of your safety zone. And when you throw, don't take your eyes off of the knife until it comes to rest.

There is a proper stance when preparing to throw. There is a proper arm swing and body movement. A proper release. All of these movements combined make your complete throwing form. While practice will affect your accuracy and success, one thing you must not ignore: how you feel. That's right. Do not throw when you are tired, sleepy or disoriented. Even a little. After a bit or practice, your throwing arm, from your chest to the tips of your fingers, will start hurting. Don't keep throwing. Rest up first. And don't throw when you're hungry or mad, sick or recovering from some "small" injury. Really, don't. You are throwing a deadly weapon and you shouldn't risk hurting anyone-especially yourself!

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Throwing knives, especially professional throwing knives, do not have a handle. You are meant to grasp the blade, which is one continuous piece of metal, with just your hand. Following that, a safe thrower should use blunt-edged blades at all times. Allow me to repeat: Always use blunt-edged blades. Your hands will thank you for it. Sharp edges bear no true significance in the success of the throw or of the stick. And competitions do not allow for sharp edges.

How about the target itself? What makes a good target? A chunk of durable wood is very good for a target. Anything metal, concrete or of a material of similar hardness must not be used. The knife must be able to penetrate and stick to the target. Otherwise, what's the use? It should be in a safe location where bounce-offs can't injure anyone or damage any thing. The trajectory path must be clear and free of all traffic. A good safe distance is one hundred feet clear in all directions. Your distance from the target is also very important. It is much better to hit your target five times at ten feet away than it is to hit your target once at twenty feet away. When you've mastered throwing at a short distance, only then should you increase your distance from the target. Baby steps.

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The Safest Knife Thrower

The safest knife thrower is the one who takes safety precautions in every aspect of throwing knives. From the knife, to the throw, to how you feel, safety first. Safety rules! It is the master. So, everybody have a head up.