The term "safe" doesn't come to mind when I think of setting off an explosive charge a few inches from my face, especially in a very old gun. I think of it more in terms of managing the risk. Keep it below an acceptable level of risk and have at it. If you are the type that need "safe" as an absolute, I suggest you quit shooting all guns, quit driving/riding in autos and quit flying as a minimum. You might wanna become a vegan as well. But stay away from sprouts especially, and spinach too. Both are risky for bacterias that have caused deaths. Lots of food experts have written extensively on these as high risk foods due to the way they're grown.

I shoot damascus occasionally.

Last edited by Chuck H; 08/25/11 07:06 AM.