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Post by marc on Apr 14, 2016 17:37:29 GMT -7
I've already invested the Youtube time to know about the little explosions, the big explosions, the really big ones - and the mishaps - deadly or just leg amputation. Yes, I saw the blood in the video of the guy blowing 3 lbs. under the mower at 25 yards. Yes, I read about the kid who sadly lost his life simply because he was nearby.
I'm seeking actual hands-on experience. Using them "free field", NOT in a pressure building container....... what is a safe distance? The mfg says "100 yards minimum" but I suspect that 30%-50% of that is reasonable for a jar sitting on a post. My only experience was years ago, helping to blow some stumps - but it was Tannerite plus some "stuff".
I was given a supply of 1/2 lb. targets, still in sealed factory cases of 20 targets per case. I do not have a desire to mix up larger batches, unless an emergency situation arises.
Anyone comfortable sharing how close you have used 1/2 lb. targets?
Marc
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Post by sirderrin on Apr 14, 2016 17:58:15 GMT -7
I did a few 1/4 lbs and a 1/2 lb from around 75 yards... But - I had a truck between me and the explosion and it was backstopped by a large old rich lighter pine stump... The half pound did a surprising amount of damage to that tough old stump... I never felt a single thing hit me and there was no hits on the truck either... Just be aware of trajectory of potential debris - I would suggest a back stop or a hill and not sitting 3-6 feet off the ground... That being said it is fun but not something I would spend a lot of money on... I happen up on several pounds being clearance and I got a "lot" price...
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Post by marc on Apr 14, 2016 18:34:23 GMT -7
Thanks for the feedback! I plan to play just enough to get a feel for it, then store it or sell it. The attraction to me, is the lack of volatility in storage.
I know to keep it cool and dry along with my ammo, but I also want to find out how long a target will last after mixing - sitting outdoors in an airtight container in a dark place......
Before the big fire here, I had a neighbor who used it for perimeter defense.
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Tannerite
Apr 14, 2016 20:41:04 GMT -7
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Post by USCGME2 on Apr 14, 2016 20:41:04 GMT -7
Honestly, I cant believe they have that stuff for sale jist over the counter. That said, looks like fun and be careful dude.
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Tannerite
Apr 14, 2016 22:43:34 GMT -7
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Post by mud on Apr 14, 2016 22:43:34 GMT -7
It is surprisingly easy to make it yourself too,fyi. 1/4 pound is kinda like the mortar launchers you buy on Independence Day. 50yds if you are not blowing up an item should be sufficient. 1/2 lb 75. That is mainly to lower the chance any debris such as rocks in the area of explosion making a trip to your firing position. 22lr stingers can set it off but has not been reliable, 17hmr is very reliable at those ranges. Save bigger guns for more distance and bigger shots.
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Tannerite
Apr 14, 2016 22:48:46 GMT -7
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Post by mud on Apr 14, 2016 22:48:46 GMT -7
Oh and you cant transport it after it is mixed, that is a felony. So use what you mix. Not sure on storage but there are likely some regs on approved facilities and such like a blast room
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Post by marc on Apr 15, 2016 4:11:52 GMT -7
It is surprisingly easy to make it yourself too,fyi. 1/4 pound is kinda like the mortar launchers you buy on Independence Day. 50yds if you are not blowing up an item should be sufficient. 1/2 lb 75. That is mainly to lower the chance any debris such as rocks in the area of explosion making a trip to your firing position. 22lr stingers can set it off but has not been reliable, 17hmr is very reliable at those ranges. Save bigger guns for more distance and bigger shots. Yep, it is easy to make it cheaply, and this stuff is expensive - so I'm tempted to sell it. But then, I already have it and it doesn't take up a lot of space......... The instructions claim that a round rated for 2200 fps is required to detonate it, so I wouldn't thought of trying Stingers. (Don't have .17hmr) Thanks for the input!
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Apr 15, 2016 4:51:51 GMT -7
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Post by mud on Apr 15, 2016 4:51:51 GMT -7
Stingers are advertised at 1650 fps which is why it fails so often. I really have no hard data other than trial and error or as to why it may or may not work, mix ratio, fps variance, atmosphere, they could all contribute to failure but I never took notes to nail it down
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Post by insaneh on Sept 2, 2016 4:38:17 GMT -7
I make my own. I haven't gone nuts and gone big. 1/2 pound is plenty of a big bang for fun imo. I also enjoy making smaller, harder to hit targets.
In answer to your query Marc, I shoot mine off a stump at 60-70 yards. Then again, I hope we aren't foolish enough to stuff it in a metal containment and not expect to become Darwin award recipients. If I were, it would be 150 yard min and behind protection.
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Sept 2, 2016 11:56:47 GMT -7
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Post by Cwi555 on Sept 2, 2016 11:56:47 GMT -7
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Post by thywar on Sept 2, 2016 15:15:05 GMT -7
Ok that's twice in one day you've hurt my brain. Lol.
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Post by woodyz on Sept 3, 2016 8:18:11 GMT -7
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Post by Cwi555 on Sept 3, 2016 9:41:34 GMT -7
The document is basically a how to for making and qualifying over pressure tubes. The redneck way really isn't qualified but in general terms, if it will burst two layers of tightly bonded aluminum foil over the end of a 1.5" tube, it will probably seriously injure or kill you.
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