Shooting at tannerite is popular amongst those who enjoy shooting rifles. When done properly, it’s a safe activity. It’s when precautions are not taken that things can go horribly wrong.

That’s exactly what happened to this young man, who was shooting at an old lawn mower packed full of explosives. Authorities say the man lost his leg after the incident.

Check your laws before shooting at, or using, tannerite.

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