Shotgun Shoulder
I shot a 12-gauge shotgun for the first time today. I’ve seen it done countless times on television and in the movies but I’d never gotten the chance to DIY that shit until today. Despite it being hyped up to look awesome in fictional movie settings, it’s actually a lot more awesome in real life. The sheer power being exerted via the torque of my torso was overwhelmingly powerful. Each shot felt like someone was punching me in the shoulder.
The awesomeness was cranked to 11 when we started using a ‘My Size Barbie’ as a target. I’ve officially dubbed her ‘Better Days Barbie’ for obvious reasons. After about 9 shotgun blasts her spirits were surprisingly high. I mean, she did lose an arm and a leg and yet she still was able to muster a smile. Take a look for yourself!
So yeah, there’s another thing checked off of my list of things to do.
Fire a 12-gauge shotgun…. CHECK!
In hindsight I realize that I had previous labeled the activity of firing guns as exclusively redneck. Alas, my eyes have been opened. It can be done by anyone. It’s only redneck if combined with budweiser, rebel flag bandanas, camo overalls, and Skynard.
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