Are Flamethrowers Legal In Wyoming? Find Out Here

It's not every day that you happen across two grown men arguing over flamethrowers, but it happened. I was politely eavesdropping on their conversation. Usually, I wouldn't pay attention to what others are talking about, but the moment I heard the word flamethrower, I knew their conversation was going to be much more in-depth and entertaining than mine.

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Subject number one bet subject number two $20 that flamethrowers were legal in Wyoming. Subject number two was so passionate that he was sure they were illegal, so he upped the ante to $100.

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Poor subject number two got a dose of "I told you so" and had to hand over $100 to subject number one.

You might be surprised to learn that owning a flamethrower is 100% legal in Wyoming; actually, there's only one state where flamethrowers are 100% banned in the US, and no, it's not California, it's Maryland. Although in California, you'll need a permit to own one.

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You may be wondering why someone would want/ need a flamethrower, and that's a good question.

Merriam-Webster defines a flamethrower as a device that expels from a nozzle a burning stream of liquid or semi-liquid fuel under pressure.

Using fire as a weapon has been around since ancient times, but the modern weaponization of flamethrowers began with World War I.
They are also used to assist with fighting fires, by backburing and eliminating fuels and creating a firebreak.
Forest management will use flamethrowers for controlled burns to clear undergrowth and improve animal habitats.
Many farmers will use them to eliminate weeds and brush.
Flamethrowers are another way to eliminate insect nests and hives of things like hornets.

If you are wondering where to buy a flamethrower, it's as simple as searching on Amazon and having it sent to your house. Check out the selection HERE. Alternatively, a quick Google search can also yield some interesting options.