Every summer, folks flock to the fireworks factory outlet in cody, wyo. The stuff of urban myths and legends, the m80 and its slightly less powerful cousin, the cherry bomb, are sometimes considered the gold standard of consumer fireworks. So you can buy firecrackers that say m80 on them, but are just a knock off of the real ones. It contained two grams of flash powder and was responsible for hundreds of serious injuries due to its powerful blast. Top lr are 2 m80s, unxld blockuster, ash can, hitts devil dog salute, silver salute, unxld 4 salute, american salute, 2 cherry bombs, 2 barrel bombs, 2 radio salutes and victory salute. Black cat firecrackers half brick 4016 black cat firecrackers have proven themselves to be the highest qual. Wholesale fireworks provides a list of illegal fireworks online. Fact sheet illegal explosive devices bureau of alcohol. Cool looking novelties that fly up with assorted effects. Approximately 3 grams explosive mixture risk factor. M80 fireworks continue to be used on july fourth wsj. Traditionally, m80s were made from a small cardboard tube, often red, approximately 11. The m80 salute, the silver salute and everybodys favorite the cherry bomb. This is the result of the child protection act of 1966 and regulation by the consumer product safety commission, with the purpose of limiting the potential property.
Turtle killed by exploding m80 firecrackers on its shell. I take blackpowder from fake pop gun caps and basically make own firecrackers from scratch. I got these directly from the manufacturer and i can guarantee zero duds on your order. The soluble parts, mainly the oxidizers, will dissolve out in a day or two. Fireworks are a serious business, and homemade fireworks are no joke, as all. M80 salute bootleg m80 explosive from wikipedia, the free encyclopedia for other uses, see m80. What is the best way to dispose of very old fireworks. At that time, i had heard of the same type of place in portland called uncle sams, which operated the same way. It is suggested that the construction of m80s and similar devices be left to the licensed pyrotechnician. Monessen man tried to hide crack cocaine, m80 in his buttocks. M80s and cherry bombs welcome to sparkys fireworks. These boxes are full sized authentic reprints of the original boxes of the best firecrackers of days gone by.
Paper tubes 1 x 4 long x 18 wall craft 10 pieces ships to all states. Though m80s, cherry bombs, and silver salutes are now illegal in the u. In addition to the crack and firework, police separately discovered a black. M60 m80 m100 jet pumps m80 series selfpriming pump m80 pump working principle. Show washington id and theyd sell you firecrackers etc. If your end game is to produce an m80 or other type of homemade firecracker, yes. Its our sincere wish that you can know us better, and work together in the near future.
A turtle similar to this was killed after two m80s were exploded on its shell. Buy online at wholesale prices and get 72 pyro gyros per case. M80 half brick firecrackers firecrackers pennsylvania. For great consumer class c fireworks including fountains, sparklers, roman candles, 500 gram aerial displays, preloaded mortars, artillery shells, novelties and more. Each package i ship comes with the m80s, safety intructions, order confirmation information, and a disclaimer use at your own risk. Consumer product safety commissions explosive weight limits for consumer fireworks and are therefore classified as illegal by atf and many other law enforcement agencies. A quarter stick is a large firecracker that falls within a certain range of dimensions. Of all the various fireworks and firecrackers that have been available over the centuries, only a couple of specific styles have become household names.
Myths and facts about the dangers of firecrackers experts123. Paper tubes 1 x 6 long x 18 wall semiglossy red 10 pieces replica dynamite tubes msrp. Years ago, you could purchase firecrackers and bottle rockets if you showed out of state id oregon for instance. I have tried googling it and get puny answers it has been with us for 25 years, and currently resides in a small box in the upper corner of the garage shelving. This informs customers which explosives are illegal in the united states. Typically, a quarter stick consists of a thick walled cardboard tube containing approximately 1 oz. Remember that these devices were banned for a reason. The real m80s were supposed to be the equilvilant of a 14 stick of dynamite, but they had to stop making them so powerful, and i think this was recently. Studiolive series iii ecosystem learn how the presonus studiolive series iii mixers can help you build a system that is tailored to your needs today but readily expandable as your needs evolve over time audio interfaces finder weve been making recording interfaces for a long time. Please dont mess with these chemicals to make federal illegel fireworks.
M80s the original m80 was a military simulator that was sold as a firecracker. Hooksett fireworks new hampshires fireworks warehouse superstore. Dont drink the leach water or pour it down the drain, as it may contain a little barium, but it would be quite safe to p. M80 firecrackers atomic fireworks inc home of cherry. M80s are an american class of large powerful firecrackers, sometimes called salutes. Visit hooksett fireworks located in hooksett, new hampshire. M80s are an american class of large firecrackers, sometimes called salutes. Fact sheet illegal explosive devices bureau of alcohol, tobacco. I remember what a thrill it was to buy my 1st box of these babies when i was 12 yrs. Firecrackers atomic fireworks inc home of cherry bomb. Silver salute, m80, cherry bomb, quarter stick are all included in list. Holding an m80 when it goes off can result in the loss of fingers, especially those grasping the firecracker. A small baggie with the suspected drugs and an m80 were discovered.
If you hold the thing in a closed fist, the flesh and bones of your fingers and hand will become shrapnel, which isnt any fun for anyone present, especially the poor schmuck holding onto the m80. Home product catalog firecrackers m80 half brick firecrackers. Atf investigates the use of illegal explosive devices which, are often manufactured and used during the fireworks season. But those became illegal in most states, even the ones that allow firecrackers. I have a limited supply of real military grade m80s that i need to sell as soon as possible. Approximately 9 grams explosive mixture risk factor. The holidays are upon us and i need to unload my supply of m80s. Wholesale fireworks store firework store buy fireworks. Visit the lancaster superstore lancaster superstore 2357 lincoln highway east us route 30 lancaster, pa 17602 phone. Safety commissions explosive weight limits for consumer fireworks and are. I am just interested in finding out how to get rid of my exs old m80.
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