parabolic Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 hi, very very nice website, hope to learn lots. not easy being in the UK and having this hobby. wish i was in the states where its not a crime!!! Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peret Posted May 4, 2011 Share Posted May 4, 2011 (edited) very very nice website, hope to learn lots. not easy being in the UK and having this hobby. wish i was in the states where its not a crime!!! Well shoot, as cheap as the Dollar is relative to the Pound, come over here and buy yourself a second home - we have some bargains right now! Welcome to the forum. Edited May 4, 2011 by Peret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SjeefOne Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Hello, I've been reading here for a long while and post from time to time but I thought I'd introduce myself. I'm from the Netherlands and been practising the art now for about two years actively. Before then I just read a whole lot, mostly because I was not able to acquire any chemicals needed. Thanks all for the things I have learned so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vrizla Posted May 26, 2011 Share Posted May 26, 2011 (edited) My name is Vinny aka Vrizla, don't know why, actually I do it's been my handle for over 10 years I have grown out of the etymology but the name stuck I'll just leave it at that. CT resident, it kinda sucks, but I'm here for now. This will be my 4 year anniversary of home grown pyro. Unfortunately I am not able to practice my craft year round and I still don't know many people locally who are also home grown hobbyists. So if any one else is in CT or nearby send me a message. I am very grateful to this site, you guys have kept me safe and provided priceless information, thank you to everyone. Maybe if I don't spend too much on my display this year I can go to the PGI Convention this year and meet more Followers of the Flame and have a kick ass vacation. Edited May 26, 2011 by Vrizla Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSidewinder Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Welcome to the forum, you two. Pull up a chair and read, read, read. It's all free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drthrust Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 hi, dr thrust here, aka chrism , aka catochris from the ukps forums just wanted to say a big hello, and looking forward to learning lots here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Hey Dr. Thrust! I was wondering how long it would take you to come here. -dag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peret Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 Greetings, Dr Thrust. Glad you joined us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caveman Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Hello everybody my name Robert Im new to the forum I want to give a thanks to all the people who make this site such a pleasent place to hang out, talk, learn, and educate. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stckmndn Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Hey guys! I'm Dan. Been lurking for a while and am ready to start participating. Thanks for all the great info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mumbles Posted June 18, 2011 Author Share Posted June 18, 2011 Welcome, both of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amaterasu Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Hello, I have been reading posts in this forum for a little over a year now and they have aided me on my pyrotechnic journey. When I started exploring the world of pyrotechnics I knew nothing about fireworks. I never planned on ever assembling pyrotechnic devices, all I had was a fascination with fire and chemistry and science related things in general. I believe that several of my hobbies and interest eventually led me to pyrotechnics without me ever realizing it. When I was younger I adquired a rock tumbler which I used to produce several pounds of polished semi-precious stones (now that rock tumbler makes black powder). In my quest to understand fire I learned to make charcoal long before I ever knew it was used in black powder. When I bought a magnesium bar in an attempt to make fire without matches I did not know it was a metal that was used in pyrotechnics. I could go on, but I think my post is too long now. In conclusion I would like to thank the members on this forum for sharing your knowledge and allowing me to go from burning piles of magnesium shavings to having the knowledge to assemble shells,rockets, and other pyrotechnic items. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted July 8, 2011 Share Posted July 8, 2011 Hello, I have been reading posts in this forum for a little over a year now and they have aided me on my pyrotechnic journey. When I started exploring the world of pyrotechnics I knew nothing about fireworks. I never planned on ever assembling pyrotechnic devices, all I had was a fascination with fire and chemistry and science related things in general. I believe that several of my hobbies and interest eventually led me to pyrotechnics without me ever realizing it. When I was younger I adquired a rock tumbler which I used to produce several pounds of polished semi-precious stones (now that rock tumbler makes black powder). In my quest to understand fire I learned to make charcoal long before I ever knew it was used in black powder. When I bought a magnesium bar in an attempt to make fire without matches I did not know it was a metal that was used in pyrotechnics. I could go on, but I think my post is too long now. In conclusion I would like to thank the members on this forum for sharing your knowledge and allowing me to go from burning piles of magnesium shavings to having the knowledge to assemble shells,rockets, and other pyrotechnic items. Welcome to our little forum, enjoy and stay safe! -dag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21littlewolf Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 My name is Michael and I have enjoyed fireworks ever since I was a child. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guntoteninfadel Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 Welcome Michael, Stay safe but be loud and colorful and high and bright and sparkley! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntiMatter Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 Hello all, new one here, hope to gather some valuable info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Welcome Antimatter hopefully we can provide you with all the info you need Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9kids Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Hi all, My name is John, and i was into Pyro for a few years in the early 90's. I have been wanting to get back into it for a long time and final decided to make the time. I just dug out my old brass screens, and found them totally green and corroded. Thanks to this forum I just ordered new SS screens from McMaster Carr. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Short5 Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Hi folks, My name is Zane, I am a 42 year old pyromaniac, lol. I live in Maryland. I have been tinkering since I was a teen so I guess that qualifies me for noob status. I look forword to participating and learning a bit. I mostly build 4 oz. BP core burners with charcoal stars. Nothing super exciting but it satifies my need to make stuff go WHOOOSH! I also recently dug out my Dixie .45 cal mini canon. It is stainless steel with a rifled barrel and shoots stars real nice I lurked a bit before jumping in and ran across the thread about Mumbles. I hope you are getting better, that hurt to read, gah. Anyhoo, nice to meet you all. ~Zane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guntoteninfadel Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Welcome Zane! I LOVE the bp rockets as well. As you I am a noob too but I try not to let that slow me down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Welcome to our motley crew Zane. I just posted some shorty 1/2" BP endburners on you tube that you may want to look at, only 12 grams of fuel and about 5 seconds of burn time, they are a fun 4 oz rocket. -dag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Short5 Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Thanks guys. Linky Dag? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dagabu Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 Thanks guys. Linky Dag? Here be the linky http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIYay-oEask Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noobswithtorches Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 Hi, I'm just another pyro, you can call me Gerard, and I live in my mom's basement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Short5 Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 (edited) Here be the linky Nice! I think they are called SCUDS though when you use then to shell the other bank of the river I have built a few of those by ramming BP into a 1/2" tube and hand drilling a nozzle. I love the slow burn.http://shortwave5.smugmug.com/Other/Rocketry/16150930_ggHjM#1278217187_X7ZNqQV-A-LB Edited July 28, 2011 by Short5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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