http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7843366.stm

1/26/2009 3:54:22 PM

i totally expected something else

1/26/2009 3:55:13 PM

1/26/2009 3:58:14 PM

Wow, that's awesome.

Quote :

"He has developed a technique that can reveal "hidden" fingerprints on metal - especially shell casings - by detecting the minute traces of corrosion on the surface caused by salt in the sweat on human fingers. Such corrosion cannot be wiped off, is impervious to the heat generated when the weapon is fired, and does not deteriorate over time. It has been described by Time magazine as one of the top 50 inventions of 2008. Dr Bond said: "Normal fingerprinting requires a residue of sweat to be left on the metal, but my technique doesn't need that, and it can work when conventional techniques fail. "

Very simple and elegant.

1/26/2009 5:03:36 PM

I thought this already went without saying, but...

Rule #1: Wear gloves during preparation for and the act of murdering someone.

1/26/2009 5:09:15 PM

^ I would have thought to pick up my shell casings before wearing gloves while loading my mag.

1/26/2009 6:54:38 PM

[Edited on January 26, 2009 at 8:42 PM. Reason : img]

1/26/2009 8:42:37 PM