# Menacing Fire Mitts DIY Flamethrower Gloves Give you a Superhero Power By manzil | Published 2011-02-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-flamethrower References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2011/02/diy-flamethrower-gloves-are-awesome/) & [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/02/06/flamethrower-gloves/) J & M Special Effects’ DIY Flamethrower is a pair of [lethal gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giver-4-season-gloves) that [shoot flames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bonflame) which make you feel like a [superhero](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solander-batman), particularly X-Men’s Pyro. The real purpose of building such a bizzare and unsafe gadget is unknown, but the designers at J & M Special Effects are working on a final version of the DIY Flamethrower, where users can conceal the cables and hoses. Check the attached video displaying the infinitely awesome power of the DIY Flamethrower. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Flamethrower Gadgets:** There is an opportunity for innovative designs and safety features for DIY flamethrower gadgets. - **Pyrotechnic Effects:** There is a growing demand for creative and safe pyrotechnic effects for use in entertainment productions. - **Superhero-inspired Innovations:** There is potential for development of superhero-inspired gadgets that can be safely used in everyday life. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Special Effects Industry:** The special effects industry can explore new and safe ways to create visual spectacles for movies, TV shows, and live events. - **Extreme Sports Industry:** The extreme sports industry can develop innovative products that incorporate pyrotechnic effects without compromising safety. - **Personal Protective Equipment Industry:** The personal protective equipment industry can create more specialized gloves and gear for professionals working with pyrotechnics and extreme heat sources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flame-Throwing Robotic Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermonator.md) - [Weighted Training Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerhandz.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Virtual Fireplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xmen-97-fireside.md) - [Animated Show-Inspired Butane Torches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butane-torch.md) - [Membrane-Equipped VR Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diver-x.md) - [Ultra-Accurate Motion Capture Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manus-xsens-metagloves.md) - [Drinking Ritual Finger Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingermittens.md) - [Diminutive Desktop Hand Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desktop-hand-warmers.md) - [Sinister Comic Series Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-goblin-helmet.md)