Handheld Flamethrowers are the Perfect Stocking Stuffers for Budding Super-Villians

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The impetus behind the flamethrower is refreshingly simple: there's something you need to set on fire, but it's over there. Pretty cool, right?

Now I know what you're thinking. Flamethrowers are quite badass and rad and chock full of Mötley Crüe-esque fun, but they are so damn cumbersome -- you can't take them anywhere. And you definitely can't hide one under your sleeve. What a bummer!

Well, I have some news that'll turn your sensible boxer briefs into a pile of steaming hot ash. Say hello to your new little friend, the Pyro Mini Fireshooter. It's the clandestine, elegant solution to all your flaming needs. 

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No batteries required! Detachable wrist strap! Built-in trigger! Burst mode for TWO fireballs! Hands-free operation! USB charger included!

Look, you'd be a fool not to go through with it. How else would you light candles from across the room, make delicious s'mores in double-time, or ward off with dramatic flair? They retail for for an incredibly reasonable $147, which is just a little bit more than six three-packs of sensible boxer briefs, for your information.

Overall, this is the ideal gift for the budding supervillain/melting enthusiast in your life -- just in time for the holidays. And no, you aren't getting through this post without at least one GOB reference.


Wil Fulton is a Staff Writer for Thrillist. He's considers himself to be an illusion, to be honest. Follow him @wilfulton

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