Spud gun (toy)

Spud gun (toy)

"For larger guns which fire whole potatoes, see Spud gun (air cannon)".

A spud gun is a small toy used to fire a fragment of potato. To use, one punctures the surface of a potato with the gun's hollow tip and pries out a small pellet, fitted snugly in the muzzle. Squeezing the grip causes a small build-up of air pressure inside the toy, which propels the small starchy projectile forth. They are short-range, low-powered, and are intended for diverting small children.

Harder, drier potatoes are preferable sources of ammunition; red potatoes, or refrigerated potatoes serve well.


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