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[Krosshair]

Just a few questions.
1. Is it legal to use a flamethrower in my costume
2. How would I go about making a wrist attached model?
3. How much would doing so cost?

[Natan Vizsla]

When you say legal it makes me wonder if you want to use a functional weapon. No functional weapons of any sort are allowed on our costumes, they are grounds for being banned.

If you want to create a prop flamethrower like what Jango has then go for it.

[Echo Darklighter]

Vod, flamethrowers aren't even legal for civilians to own, as far as I know.  For us, that's not just a "no," it's a "Hell no."

That said, I've seen Mandalorians with CO2 vent systems rigged up to their wrist and jetpack, but I'm absolutely not confident enough with air compression systems to attempt something like that, and I don't know anyone who would sell that kind of thing.  Sometimes, if you want cool stuff, you gotta learn to do it yourself.

[jedisalamander]

Vod, flamethrowers aren't even legal for civilians to own, as far as I know.

supprisingly, in many states it is legal, for hunting!

[Straka Zulu]

supprisingly, in many states it is legal, for hunting!

And I ask the same question as I would for using armor piercing ammo for hunting: Why?!

[Vraeden]

Prop flamethrowers are fine.

As mentioned above, club rules prohibit any kind of functioning weapon, but you could rig something up with LEDs to give the appearance of a flamethrower.

Also, it's not that flamethrowers are explicitly legal in a lot of jurisdictions, it's that they're not illegal.  I think California and Maryland are the only states where having a flamethrower is actually against the law (but I'm not a lawyer or law enforcement officer, so don't take my word for it).

[ShardInferno]

So out of curiosity, a wrist mounted system that does blasts of CO2 is alright in this group?

[Echo Darklighter]

So out of curiosity, a wrist mounted system that does blasts of CO2 is alright in this group?

I'm not sure.  It could be termed to constitute a "projectile weapon," depending on your viewpoint/ adherence to the bylaws.  If you can build it, do so, as it looks outstanding for photo ops, but you might need to keep it unloaded for every event involving the public.

[Vraeden]

I have toyed with the idea of building a Spaceballs: The Flamethrower using compressed air and cloth streamers painted red to give the appearance of the flames, but haven't gotten around to it.

You'd have to check with someone higher up the chain than me as to whether that would be acceptable for the club, but another thing to consider is that some venues may not want that kind of thing at their event.

[LastLion]

And I ask the same question as I would for using armor piercing ammo for hunting: Why?!

well I know it is off topic but the reason you use armor piercing ammo for hunting is the fact that the hide on some animals, caribou and bears for example, is so thick that you need that kind of penetration in order to kill them humanely.  but I cant speak as to why you would need a flamethrower

[Straka Zulu]

  but I cant speak as to why you would need a flamethrower

Mosquitoes. Has to be mosquitoes.

[Echo Darklighter]

Mosquitoes. Has to be mosquitoes.

Flamethrowers- kill 'em and grill 'em, all in one go.

[Krosshair]

Mosquitoes. Has to be mosquitoes.

We do have massive mosquitoes here in Alaska...

[anvil109]

a lot of cold regions use flame throwers (like the one in the thing, using gas rather than liquid as the combustible) in order to de-ice machinery such as planes and helicopters

[Darth_Vemon]

Regardless of their industrial, agricultural and military uses, a functional flame thrower on a costume is just a horrible idea. 

Costume could include a prop, that implies functionality, but with lights, streamers, etc.

[anvil109]

agreed!

[Leksy McKnight]

Had also wondered about this, even being something you could blast into the air as sort of a pyrotechnic to keep it safe.  Another thought was making a carbonite projector using silly string.

[Briks]

You cannot have working projectiles of any type on your kit thats one of the biggest NO's here. Were already wearing armor which could potentially make some people uneasy/cautious so if were running around spraying/shooting things at them that's not good.

[gaataylir vorpan]

And I ask the same question as I would for using armor piercing ammo for hunting: Why?!

Because the right to bear arms has nothing to do with hunting. I am a person who enjoys collecting WW2 Firearms and have thought of adding a M2 flamethrower to my collection. (they draw crowed at fair demonstrations) 

[Briks]

You want to BBQ your deer on the fly. I SAID MEDIUM RARE!

[gaataylir vorpan]

You cannot have working projectiles of any type on your kit thats one of the biggest NO's here. Were already wearing armor which could potentially make some people uneasy/cautious so if were running around spraying/shooting things at them that's not good.

I hole heartily agree. at any Con/event its not a good idea(however at a range or other designated place for such things it would be cool to see)

You want to BBQ your deer on the fly. I SAID MEDIUM RARE!

im more of a well done guy me self 

[Briks]

I hole heartily agree. at any Con/event its not a good idea(however at a range or other designated place for such things it would be cool to see)

flamethrower ranges?  where?

Also I'm not believing that flamethrowers are allowed for any civilian use. #1 it would be a ridiculous fire hazard and would start a forest fire #2 I don't know who says it's legal, but they're lying.

[Straka Zulu]

It's legal to OWN one, but in places like Ohio, California, and Louisiana, you have to go to another state or a special area that it is authorized for use. Those are the states I know of.

[Zedrin Ho'dag]

Has the initial question been answered successfully?

I think this thread may be in very real danger of derailing....

[Straka Zulu]

Has the initial question been answered successfully?

I think this thread may be in very real danger of derailing....

I think it was answered on the first page