# Teeny Tiny Weaponry This Mini Cannon Certainly Packs a Big Punch By Allison Love | Published 2010-05-11 | Science Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-cannon References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5534471/tiny-cannon-packs-glass) & [crunchgear](http://www.crunchgear.com/2010/05/08/gadzooks-why-this-miniature-cannon-is-most-delightful/) This cute (if you can call a weapon cute) Mini Cannon is quite possibly the funniest weapon I've ever seen. For such a little cannon, it actually packs a lot of punch. I'm still not entirely sure why anyone would need a cannon this small, though--perhaps for shattering glass mugs, as per the video? Regardless, this mini cannon could be a form of hilarious--albeit potentially dangerous--[party entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabletop-lighter) for those who enjoy live action weapons being fired. The Mini Cannon could also act as a perfect [desk accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minitoo-retro-pc-style), one which would surely stir up conversation, but maybe not the good kind... ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Miniaturization of Weaponry:** Opportunity for creating small but powerful weaponry for various uses, from entertainment to military and law enforcement. - **Novelty Desk Accessories:** Opportunity for creating unique and interesting desk accessories that can serve as conversation starters. - **Live Action Party Entertainment:** Opportunity for creating portable and visually impactful entertainment options for events and parties. ### Where This Applies - **Weapons Manufacturing:** Opportunity for innovating in the weapons manufacturing industry by creating smaller and more versatile weaponry for various use cases. - **Gift and Novelty Products:** Opportunity for creating unique and interesting gift and novelty items that stand out from the crowd. - **Event Planning and Entertainment:** Opportunity for innovating in the event planning and entertainment industry by creating more interactive and visually engaging options for party entertainment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature EDC Sword Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-katana.md) - [Desktop Miniature Sports Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-beach-volleyball.md) - [Animated Show-Inspired Butane Torches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butane-torch.md) - [Adult-Targeted Foam Disc Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disc-blaster.md) - [Micro-Sized Multitool Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minipen.md) - [Pint-Sized EDC Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolf-fang-20.md) - [Illuminating Miniature Multifunctional Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maglight-mini.md) - [Absurdly Tiny Culinary Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knorrs-mini-bouillon-bag.md) - [Flatulence-Firing Toy Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buttheads-fart-launcher-3000.md)