OT: And you thought the world was sane...

[Loser]

Originally posted by Thermodyne:
But then again there is the problem of the 2.5 to 4 inch barrel.

Speaking from extensive experience, I can tell you that the ideal width of barrel for a potato gun is one and a quarter inches. That's if you're buying American PVC of course.

This is a wide as possible while still allowing for the use of the largest number of potatoes. As larger potatoes do not tend toward a sphere, but instead toward ovoid, the potatoes can be cored down the barrel lengthwise, thus resulting in both a large slug and a tight seal.

For greater distances, lubricate the barrel of your potato gun. be sure to use strictly non-flammable lubrication.

For a real challenge, rifle the barrel. The 1.25" barrel.

Never ever, ever aim the potato gun at another person or bombard a populated area. you do not want to explain yourself, and you do not want to deal with the consequences.

Never use a potato gun except in the manner legally allowable in your area.

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[ September 10, 2003, 17:47: Message edited by: Loser ]