Back-when, when asked about exposure for a particular situation I would stick my index finger in my mouth, remove it and as some would do to determine wind direction, would say: "125th at ∱8"...
Quizzical looks would follow.
Reformed Photojournalist Former USAF Phlyin' Photog "The brave ones shot bullets, the crazy ones shot film!" --Joe Longo, WW-II Army Combat Camera