But breaking the rules is what some folks' eroticism is all about. . . Gunplay is clearly risky, and downright insane if explored by inexperienced people. Guns are incredibly dangerous in the hands of novices, and people who know weapons know that it's absolutely essential to believe that all weapons are potentially loaded. Realistic caution and respect for the deadly power of the machine are essential. But truly experienced shooters can be safe, just as truly experienced bungee jumpers can do things that ordinary folk would best avoid.
Accidents do happen, but the key is to keep a close eye on reality.
She's noticed that plenty of men show up at fetish events wearing swords, but none show up with guns, fake or otherwise. It's just the next logical step. I don't think it gets eroticized as much except by more artisan types, who can understand its vast implications. A sword is one thing, a knife is one thing, but a gun is in an entirely other category. It's a machine that 10,000 mothers went to Washington to protest on Mother's Day.