The Worst Internet Gun Fails #20 - The Darwin Awards

Published on March 18, 2026
Duration: 23:11

This video highlights critical firearm safety failures and explains the concept of 'height over bore.' It demonstrates how the difference in height between a firearm's optic and its barrel affects bullet impact, especially at close ranges. The content emphasizes the importance of understanding this principle and adhering to the four fundamental rules of gun safety to prevent accidents.

Quick Summary

Height over bore is the distance between your firearm's optic line of sight and the barrel's bore. Understanding this is vital, as at close ranges, the bullet will impact lower than your aim point. Always follow the four fundamental rules of gun safety to prevent accidents.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro to Darwin Awards & Gun Safety
  2. 01:11Guest Appearance: Delance
  3. 01:54Fail 1: One-Handed Shooting & Duct Tape Foregrip
  4. 03:06Lesson: Height Over Bore Explained
  5. 05:02Fail 2: AK Underfolder Cigarette Shoot
  6. 06:07Fail 3: Wedding Gunfire & Accidental Shooting
  7. 07:38Sponsor Break: TacPack & SDI
  8. 08:35Fail 4: AK Loading & Accidental Chest Shot
  9. 09:50Recap: The Four Rules of Gun Safety
  10. 10:41Fail 5: Range Safety Violation (Flagging)
  11. 11:53Fail 6: Egregious Flagging with Finger on Trigger
  12. 13:36Fail 7: Accidental Leg Shot (Ghetto Carry)
  13. 15:09Content Warning: Child Endangerment (Pepperbox)
  14. 16:01Fail 8: Shooting at a House & Brass Ejection
  15. 17:36Fail 9: FAL Recoil & Dental Injury
  16. 18:33Fail 10: Shooting Indoors & Accidental Injury
  17. 20:28Final Thoughts: Complacency Kills
  18. 21:33Outro & Bloopers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 'height over bore' in firearms?

Height over bore refers to the vertical distance between the line of sight through your firearm's optic (like a red dot) and the actual bore of the barrel. This difference is crucial for understanding bullet impact, especially at close ranges where the bullet will strike lower than your aim point.

What are the four fundamental rules of gun safety?

The four fundamental rules of gun safety are: 1. Treat every weapon as if it is loaded. 2. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire. 3. Never point your weapon at anything you are not willing to destroy. 4. Know your target and what is beyond it.

Why is shooting blanks still dangerous?

While blanks do not fire a projectile, they still expel hot gas and debris at high velocity. At close range, this can cause severe burns, eye injuries, and even be lethal, contrary to the common assumption that they are harmless.

What is considered a dangerous mistake when handling a firearm at a range?

A significant range safety violation is 'flagging,' which means pointing your firearm at people or areas you do not intend to shoot. This includes waving the gun around carelessly, especially when removing it from a bag or holster, and should always be avoided.

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