• _NoName_@lemmy.ml
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    8 months ago

    Claymore mines are terrifying. Most commonly, though, they are used in large open areas and may be problematic if your home is not rural.

    Claymores fire steel balls at a wide 60 degree angle. It’s stated that they are guaranteed a kill at 50 meters but can still be dangerous out past 150 meters.

    While claymores are often depicted as being laser or tripwire activated, they are most often activated using a clacker detonator held by an operator. They can be rigged to detonate via both electrical and mechanical means, so they can potentially be activated by a variety of methods.

    • PrinceWith999Enemies@lemmy.world
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      8 months ago

      I have an Army background (from a long fucking time ago). I was always amused by “Front Towards Enemy,” and we were trained to click three times.

      I still think the joke works though.