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Post by LittleJP on Feb 15, 2011 6:57:53 GMT
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Post by Vincent Dolan on Feb 15, 2011 7:32:24 GMT
Good find, JP. For whatever reason, his accent made it all the better.
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Post by Tendrax on Feb 15, 2011 8:53:42 GMT
I'm gonna be honest, that guy was making me nervous. His trigger control is non-existent, and he was waving around a loaded gun far to readily. Still it's pretty clear he was alone, so he was only endangering himself, but still makes me cringe to watch. Other than that... Actually, that was the only remarkable thing about it to me. [EDIT: Sorry there was one other thing, I'm really curious what that 9mm was. Doesn't look familiar.]
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Post by Deleted on Feb 15, 2011 18:55:06 GMT
He seems very proud of his Soviet heritage.
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Post by ShooterMike on Feb 15, 2011 19:56:04 GMT
Da. But I'm pretty sure that was filmed in the US.
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Post by Alexander on Feb 17, 2011 1:59:00 GMT
Arrgghh, this is one of things I hate about youtube, any idiot with a camera can give millions stupid advice. First what he said about not needing hearing protection outside, complete bull! The only time I dont wear hearing protection is hunting and that may soon change with new hearing protection that gives 360 enhanced hearing. Also no eye protection and he's shooting at a reactionary target at 2 feet away, see the plastic that went in his mouth. This guys a moron and should not be emulated.
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Post by Larry Jordan on Feb 17, 2011 4:02:15 GMT
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Post by Greg on Feb 17, 2011 7:54:56 GMT
This was my favorite part about the article above:
"And if you want to avoid exposure to gunfire altogether, Thelen advised: “Take up bowhunting.”
I'm not against guns by any means. I have 3 of them that I take out to the range when my swords need a break. But I have no sympathy for idiots that don't take cautions to protect themselves.
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Post by ShooterMike on Feb 17, 2011 14:30:03 GMT
If he could lose the Russian accent, and adopt a thick deep-woods twang, he would perfectly qualify for what we locally refer to as "a booger eater." That's shorthand for "a booger-eating moron." :roll: It's a term of affection... really.
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Post by Larry Jordan on Feb 17, 2011 22:23:14 GMT
I have a different attitude. I want everyone to preserve their hearing, even "idiots."
The onset of tinnitus (a frequent companion of sound induced hearing loss) can have a profound effect on one's ballistic habits. Some can develop hyperacusis, extreme sensitivity to sound. Archery and bowhunting may be viable alternatives for those so effected, who love to hunt, but are now tyrannized by sound.
Others may want to avoid any additional damage to their hearing and find alternatives that "tone it down", even slightly--choices of cartridge (lower pressure); not using muzzle breaks (which add 10-11dB of sound intensity); acquiring suppressor(s); taking up blackpowder, although it too is damaging, but not to the same degree; and, finding the best possible hearing protection (custom plugs and muffs with 30+ NRR).
Somethings worth hearing!
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Post by Vincent Dolan on Feb 18, 2011 0:27:04 GMT
Then I guess as someone born with hyperacusis, and consequently a sufferer of tinnitus, I should probably stay away from guns completely, no?
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Post by Larry Jordan on Feb 18, 2011 1:12:35 GMT
Of those who suffer from tinnitus, only about 15% are seriously bothered by it. The remaining 85% do not have a negative reaction and can ignore it and are only aware of it if they go looking for it. On a scale of 0-10 with 0 being "no bother" and 10 "impossible", where would rate your reaction to T? (or the perceived loudness--they often correlate). If it bothers you, you could consult an otoneurologist. I know a very good one here in the Valley of the Sun-- Dr. Michael Robb. He might be able to recommend someone in your area, if you want to pursue that course. Or you might contact the American Tinnitus Association and see if they have a locator service. I am fascinated by the neuro-physiological model of the condition, as strange as that may seem. I was able through sound therapy (TRT) and CBT to back-off the hyperacusis. The problem with hyperacusis is that those who suffer from it, avoid the normal sound level challenges that are necessary to reduce sensitivity--a vicious catch-22. Over time (2 to 3 years) I was able to resume shooting. Pawel Jastreboff discusses T and H at length in his book Tinnitus Retraining Therapy. It's a challenging read. The Consumer handbook on Tinnitus is more approachable.
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Post by Alexander on Feb 18, 2011 1:13:50 GMT
I have tinnitus but not from guns but from being a dumb kid and wanting to be 3rd row at all those heavy metal concerts in the 80's. Just wear good protection and you'll be fine.
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Post by Vincent Dolan on Feb 18, 2011 1:40:27 GMT
The Tinnitus doesn't actually bother me. It just sounds like someone blowing on a dog whistle every now and then, so probably a 0. It just comes and goes randomly. I'm aware of it, but compared to the noise I had to put up with going to school, it's not even really worth mentioning.
With regards to my hyperacusis, however, like I said, I was born with it and I often listen to my music at what sounds loud to me, but would probably be normal for someone else; I've had no changes, though. Unfortunately, I don't know if it actually is hyperacusis. I just use that for lack of a better term. I'm incredibly sensitive to sound because, as strange as this sounds, I am actively conscious of sound waves vibrating against my ears. If I calm down and don't focus on anything, I can feel the sound beating against my ears. I don't know if that's normal for hyperacusis or not, but that's just how my ears work.
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Post by gator on Feb 18, 2011 4:14:02 GMT
It's a Ruger "P" series, either an 85 or 89 I think. Gun crazy Russians on YouTube. Is this a great country or what?!
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Post by Larry Jordan on Feb 18, 2011 10:51:07 GMT
We all experience a normal ringing sensation every now and then. This is called somatic tinnitus and it goes away after only a few seconds. The overwhelming majority who suffer from tinnitus, suffer from SUBJECTIVE tinnitus. It is a phenomenon of the hearing circuitry of the brain, a phantom sound with no external source. There is a very small number who suffer what is called OBJECTIVE tinnitus. But, here there is an actual physical source for the sound: blood flow in or near the ear, for example. It some cases, if it's loud enough, it can actually be heard by other people. An otoneurologist can quickly diagnose this. The hearing system is part of the mid brain or what Ledoux calls the emotional brain. The problem with hearing disorders is that they can effect mood and it's not under conscious control. T can stimulate "fight or flight" and one cannot remain in this state indefinitely. I find shinkendo (as well as table tennis and running) delightfully distracting. I am seldom aware of my T when I'm "in the flow" of these activities. But when I require "quiet" in order to work, ambient sound ("nature sounds" -- running water, air, crickets/birds, etc.) at a low volume playing in the background is helpful. Such sound enrichment can also help with hyperacusis.
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Post by Bogus on Feb 18, 2011 19:53:53 GMT
Sounds like what I have--it's there, but usually not noticeable. Mine came from some sort of illness in college. As far as the OP, yeah that's not too safe but then again he's Russian and they roll that way. "Computer don't work....unnnnggh, I heet it with hammer! *smash*"
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Post by Vincent Dolan on Feb 19, 2011 4:32:47 GMT
I've had mine for as long as I can remember. The only potential source I could give you is that I had to have something removed from my ears after I was born and the doctor's messed up, screwing with my equilibrium (the reason I can't ride a bike), so perhaps it screwed up more than just that?
So, if in Russia, they hit the computer with a hammer, does that mean over here, in America, the computer hits us?
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