People choosing the gun method, aren’t you scared of the risk?

[offbalance]

I'm really curious about the gun method, I like how it's pretty much instant oblivion but I'm scared of just getting maimed instead. So I was curious about the input from people who have chosen this as their method. What has reassured you? Is it the type of gun you're using or the fact you're going to practice your aim repeatedly?

 

[DivineSpark]

I would choose this method if I would have access to firearms. But it is almost impossible to get firearms in my country. I think I would shoot myself through my heart, I kinda dislike idea shooting into brain.

 

[knickknack81]

Every way you attempt CTB is going to have some sort of risk. But when looking at the odds of survival and how fast it is compared to other methods, it's definitely one of the more for sure option. But people can always slip up.

I live in a city where is is damn near impossible to be able to get yr hands on a gun. You'd basically have to go through the black market or like minded ways because of the gun control laws. If it wasn't this bad, I would seriously be considering it.

 

[gooblet]

I'm really curious about the gun method, I like how it's pretty much instant oblivion but I'm scared of just getting maimed instead. So I was curious about the input from people who have chosen this as their method. What has reassured you? Is it the type of gun you're using or the fact you're going to practice your aim repeatedly?

couldn't you use a fully automatic gun? Cause if i can get my hands on one then i would use gun method.

Also i do pistol shooting anyway so i don't miss

 

[DoomCry]

What is reassuring is the caliber and the area where the shot is fired. The firearm method can lead to survival and mutilation in rare cases, especially when inappropriate calibers are used or when the shot is not intraoral. Death is also possible when shooting other areas, but it is not guaranteed.

 

[offbalance]

What is reassuring is the caliber and the area where the shot is fired. The firearm method can lead to survival and mutilation in rare cases, especially when inappropriate calibers are used or when the shot is not intraoral. Death is also possible when shooting other areas, but it is not guaranteed.

Yeah I'm mostly scared of aiming wrong. But I know certain types of guns guarantee death more than others

 

[DoomCry]

Yeah I'm mostly scared of aiming wrong. But I know certain types of guns guarantee death more than others

There is no scientific documentation of survival following intraoral gunshots with an energy of 1600 joules or more; in fact, even at slightly lower energy levels, no documented cases are reported.

 

[Edge_of_the_Grave]

There is no scientific documentation of survival following intraoral gunshots with an energy of 1600 joules or more; in fact, even at slightly lower energy levels, no documented cases are reported.

Well, not exactly. If we want to be precise and rely on verified scientific and forensic documentation, the critical threshold isn't just above 1400 or 1600 joules. In fact, there are no documented cases of survival after a complete intraoral gunshot wound beyond 600 joules. An intraoral shot refers to a very specific scenario: the barrel is fully inserted into the mouth and the shot is fired vertically, passing through the hard or soft palate and transmitting energy into the cranial cavity. This is not a tangential or accidental wound, it's a direct internal trajectory. Beyond 600 joules, the pressure and destructive force generated make survival biologically impossible. So no, it's not only above 1400 where survival becomes unlikely, the threshold of certain lethality is significantly lower. If someone claims otherwise, science requires that they provide verifiable clinical sources. On the other hand, below 600 joules, there are documented cases of survival from intraoral gunshots, but only when the trajectory avoided structurally fatal damage.

 

[offbalance]

Well, not exactly. If we want to be precise and rely on verified scientific and forensic documentation, the critical threshold isn't just above 1400 or 1600 joules. In fact, there are no documented cases of survival after a complete intraoral gunshot wound beyond 600 joules. An intraoral shot refers to a very specific scenario: the barrel is fully inserted into the mouth and the shot is fired vertically, passing through the hard or soft palate and transmitting energy into the cranial cavity. This is not a tangential or accidental wound, it's a direct internal trajectory. Beyond 600 joules, the pressure and destructive force generated make survival biologically impossible. So no, it's not only above 1400 where survival becomes unlikely, the threshold of certain lethality is significantly lower. If someone claims otherwise, science requires that they provide verifiable clinical sources. On the other hand, below 600 joules, there are documented cases of survival from intraoral gunshots, but only when the trajectory avoided structurally fatal damage.

Yeah I'm afraid of missing the brain stem somehow but I guess when the shot is powerful enough your head explodes.

 

[DoomCry]

Well, not exactly. If we want to be precise and rely on verified scientific and forensic documentation, the critical threshold isn't just above 1400 or 1600 joules. In fact, there are no documented cases of survival after a complete intraoral gunshot wound beyond 600 joules. An intraoral shot refers to a very specific scenario: the barrel is fully inserted into the mouth and the shot is fired vertically, passing through the hard or soft palate and transmitting energy into the cranial cavity. This is not a tangential or accidental wound, it's a direct internal trajectory. Beyond 600 joules, the pressure and destructive force generated make survival biologically impossible. So no, it's not only above 1400 where survival becomes unlikely, the threshold of certain lethality is significantly lower. If someone claims otherwise, science requires that they provide verifiable clinical sources. On the other hand, below 600 joules, there are documented cases of survival from intraoral gunshots, but only when the trajectory avoided structurally fatal damage.

So it's really not possible to survive an impact over 600 joules? In that case, are we talking about a .357 Magnum? Are you sure about that figure?

 

[Edge_of_the_Grave]

Yeah I'm afraid of missing the brain stem somehow but I guess when the shot is powerful enough your head explodes.

I said that there are no scientifically documented cases of survival from 600 joules and above. We're talking about 600 intraoral joules, with the barrel inserted carefully, as I explained earlier. However, for the skullcap to actually explode, a much higher level of energy is required, because the bone structure of the skull is designed to withstand extremely high pressures and does not easily give way, even under severe trauma.

 

[offbalance]

I said that there are no scientifically documented cases of survival from 600 joules and above. We're talking about 600 intraoral joules, with the barrel inserted carefully, as I explained earlier. However, for the skullcap to actually explode, a much higher level of energy is required, because the bone structure of the skull is designed to withstand extremely high pressures and does not easily give way, even under severe trauma.

well I'm not necessarily looking for my head to explode lol, just oblivion but I get what you're saying. The brain would be obliterated nonetheless.

 

[Edge_of_the_Grave]

So it's really not possible to survive an impact over 600 joules? In that case, are we talking about a .357 Magnum? Are you sure about that figure?

Absolutely 100% sure, no doubt whatsoever.

 

[Already_dead]

Personally, if I had access to firearms, it would be my first choice. It has a very low survival rate, and ends you instantaneously. The only downside is it's a pretty gory ending, so I wouldn't plan on an open casket if you go with this method.

 

[offbalance]

Absolutely 100% sure, no doubt whatsoever.

Yeah it's just on this forum you get people afraid of having the angle just right. They say to aim right for the brain stem, which is kind of a small area to aim for it looks like. I can see why they'd be worried

 

[pthnrdnojvsc]

Well, not exactly. If we want to be precise and rely on verified scientific and forensic documentation, the critical threshold isn't just above 1400 or 1600 joules. In fact, there are no documented cases of survival after a complete intraoral gunshot wound beyond 600 joules. An intraoral shot refers to a very specific scenario: the barrel is fully inserted into the mouth and the shot is fired vertically, passing through the hard or soft palate and transmitting energy into the cranial cavity. This is not a tangential or accidental wound, it's a direct internal trajectory. Beyond 600 joules, the pressure and destructive force generated make survival biologically impossible. So no, it's not only above 1400 where survival becomes unlikely, the threshold of certain lethality is significantly lower. If someone claims otherwise, science requires that they provide verifiable clinical sources. On the other hand, below 600 joules, there are documented cases of survival from intraoral gunshots, but only when the trajectory avoided structurally fatal damage.

that's good to know. foot pounds are greater than joules. 600 joules translates to 443 foot pounds of energy.

by barrel fully inserted what does that mean. i think i can get the barrel 2 to 3 inches inside my mouth might be even more. what would be the ideal 2 inches inside? 2.5 , 3? imo at least 2 inches is best .

i have the 30-06 below in the graph 2750 foot pounds = 3728 joules. so if i put it in my mouth 2 to 2.5 inches inside my mouth angled diagonally 45% pointing to the brainstem what would be the probability of survival ?
would 3 inches be better . i don't know if i can get it 3 inches but 2.5 i think i can and it seems right

i have seen many gun suicides small handguns, shotguns, rifles , on watchpeopledie website. all the ones i've seen to the head went out instantly and died.

notice a 9 mm handgun has 362 foot pounds = 490 joules . a rifle can have 10x the energy

 

[FishRain3469]

Good question.. What has really reassured me is that I have a 12ga with 00 buck. When done Properly, it will be Absolutely Lights Outt. Gone.. Done.