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Rookie Recoil: Eye Meet Barrel

In an image that screams “novice at work,” a woman grips a rifle with the uneasy stance of someone more accustomed to selfie sticks than gunstocks. Her aim is set, but so is the stage for a classic rookie mistake: the dreaded recoil face-slap.

With the rifle poised too close to comfort, the uninitiated marksman is moments away from learning about the forceful backlash the hard way. It’s a reminder that handling firearms requires proper training, not just good intentions. Here’s to hoping her introduction to shooting includes a less painful follow-up lesson, emphasizing the importance of stance, grip, and, most crucially, keeping a safe distance from the eye barrel.

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