Quote Originally Posted by RWK View Post
All of the above are training issues. Properly trained users tend not to do stupid things like load shells backwards; much like properly trained users don't often try to load M16 magazines or linked belts or M203 grenades backwards.



Probably the same result as if they would have had a few 1-oz. slugs.

+1 to that. You are way more likely to insert a M16 mag backwords under pressure than mistake the tactile sensation of the plasic hull/brass rim. My 11 year old would not make that mistake, dark or light. Mistaking a slug for buck....under fire, who cares. Load that sum' bitchin' boom stick and make mama proud!

As for the No Hollywood incident...accurate head shots would have been difficult but possible...however, one of those 1oz pumpkin balls to thier torso armor I guarantee would have at the very least knocked the wind out of them if not broke some ribs.

And yes, 1 "patrol rifle" with a well trained operator could have put a much quicker end to the situation.