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Flower-Shaped Bullet Accessories

Andrew Tuohy Converts Underwater Shot Casings into Jewelry

— October 1, 2012 — Fashion
There have been a slew of high definition underwater photography coming out of the woodworks lately and while Andrew Tuohy is adding to the growing collection, he has also provided a refreshing addition as well. With his military background as an FMF corpsman, he conducted watery photoshoots and video shoots with guns. But instead of ending it there, Andrew Tuohy has turned the used bullets into wearable accessories.

Essentially, when the bullets make impact in the water, they explode into a flower-like shape. Andrew Tuohy has exploited their resulting beauty by adding precious stones into the center for something truly special. While Andrew Tuohy may run the what is intended to be the best source of the highest quality firearm reviews on the internet, Vuurwapen Blog, he could take up another career.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Jewelry - Andrew Tuohy's flower-shaped bullet accessories tap into the trend of upcycled jewelry made from unexpected materials.
2. Underwater-inspired Accessories - Tuohy's use of exploded bullets found underwater and transformed into flower-like shapes presents an opportunity for the creation of other creative underwater-inspired accessories.
3. Luxury Bullet Accessories - The use of precious stones in Tuohy's bullet accessories presents an opportunity for the creation of a luxurious line of bullet-inspired jewelry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Accessories - The upcycled and underwater-inspired jewelry trends present an opportunity for fashion and accessories companies to explore creating unique jewelry pieces from unexpected materials and inspirations.
2. Luxury Goods - The addition of precious stones in Tuohy's bullet accessories presents an opportunity for luxury goods companies to explore creating high-end accessories from unexpected and unconventional materials.
3. Firearm Industry - Tuohy's experience and creativity present an opportunity for the firearm industry to explore branching out into the world of accessories and upcycling materials in innovative ways.
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