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DIY Fire-Breathing Handguns

Learn to Make the Badass Inferno Pistol Flamethrower

— November 14, 2011 — Pop Culture
The term firearm doesn't get any more literal than Sean Michale Ragan's pistol flamethrower. The best part? He's posted instructions for anyone looking to make their own.

Ragan got the idea for the pistol flamethrower when he was camping out and discovered that charcoal lighters just weren't good enough against wet wood. The firearm is constructed from copper tubing, wood for the grip area and ton of other materials required to make this work. The fire itself comes from the 2.1 oz. can of butane that's been integrated into the pistol. For safety reasons, I'll remind anyone who wants to partake in this project that this is dangerous and that someone with a fire extinguisher should be present at all times.

Watch the video and see just how badass this mini pistol is.
Trend Themes
1. DIY Flamethrowers - There is a rising trend of individuals creating their own flamethrowers using unconventional materials and methods, presenting opportunities for innovation in safety measures and regulation.
2. Firearm Modifications - Customizing firearms with additional features and functionalities, such as incorporating flamethrower capabilities, is becoming a popular trend, offering room for disruptive innovation in the firearms industry.
3. Emergence of Unconventional Weapons - The development and sharing of instructions for DIY flamethrowers highlights a trend towards the unconventional creation and use of weapons, presenting opportunities for disruptive innovation in self-defense and personal protection products.
Industry Implications
1. Home Defense Industry - The rise of DIY flamethrowers calls for innovative solutions in home defense to address unconventional threats, creating opportunities for companies in the home security and personal safety industry.
2. Firearm Manufacturing Industry - The trend of firearm modifications, such as incorporating flamethrower capabilities, presents disruptive innovation opportunities for manufacturers to create unique and customized firearms for consumers who seek unconventional features.
3. Regulatory Compliance Industry - The emergence of unconventional weapons like DIY flamethrowers requires innovative solutions in regulatory compliance and safety standards, creating opportunities for companies in the legal and compliance industry to ensure responsible ownership and usage.
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