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Honorable Mention - Explosive Light

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Artillery Shell lamps are cool. John Grimm III apparently thought so, too. In the morning on April 26, 2012 he set about to create his own.

Drilling holes in the first shell went smoothly, but encountered explosive results on the second. Mr Grill was listed in serious condition after the explosion sent shrapnel into his arms, chest and groin. Being crafty is brilliant. Failing to ensure artillery is not live before attacking it with power tools is brilliantly stupid.

http://www.nj.com/hunterdon-county-democrat/index.ssf/2012/04/prosecutor_artillery_shell_exp.html

Submitted on 04/28/2012

Submitted by: Lynn Marie Kutz
Reference: http://www.nj.com April 26, 2012

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James said:
Definitely Keep: Honorable Mention
We haven't had one of these in a while, and since this fellow was older than the usual crop of folks who try this stunt, I think he should have known better! Thanks Lynn Marie!


Candi said:
Definitely Keep: Honorable Mention
:facepalm: Drilling holes instead of hitting or welding is a new one, too.


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