Where to get the best Fireworks

Crispydosa · Sep 10th, 2009, 11:34

Hi everyone,

Last time I was in India my son turned eight. For his birthday we had a fireworks night on the beach. He still remembers it as one of the best nights of his life. I remember it because it was totally nerve-wracking. Some of those fuses are short!

Anyway, we had a great time, and we had another legendary day blowing up coconuts a week later.

It is safe to say that he and I are both confirmed pyromaniacs, and since we are frustrated living in the nanny state of Australia where fireworks are prohibited, we are really looking forward to getting back there and blowing up some more coconuts and sand castles (he is 11 now and I am old enough to know better).

So, to my question, does anybody know of any particularly good places to buy fireworks in the South, or any particulary impressive types of fireworks that might be available?

Mod Note:
I have moved this thread to the Sports Forum.

Gametotravel · Sep 10th, 2009, 14:26

In Chennai one can buy fireworks all year round and now with Diwali upcoming; there should be no shortage!

jituyadav · Sep 10th, 2009, 14:40

Fireworks will be easily available in all markets in this season, the important thing is the quality. I have had my not so thrilling experiences like the one that was supposed to go up blew in my face and all that I could see for weeks was sparkles and hear..well...something for sure far far away. I cannot be certain as it has been a long time since I have given up on fireworks, but ‘cock’ brand seemed to be the best without any quality issues.

delhiwala · Sep 10th, 2009, 15:46

Sivakasi in Tamilnadu is the place where India's fireworks industry is centred.

Crispydosa · Sep 10th, 2009, 16:51

Thanks everyone!

Himalayan · Oct 2nd, 2009, 17:22

There are literally hundreds of firework companies in India. I've tried most of them, and without hesitation I recomend COCK brand over all others.

They are reliable, have sufficient fuse timing, and 98% functioning rate.

I've been close to having lost a finger from some of the cheap shitty off brands. The main issue is the fuse burns at light speed, and it goes off in your hand.

Always wear a thick camel leather glove when handling any brand.

Most fun are the explosives , the HYDRO BOMB and the ATOM BOMB. They come in a few sizes, and have super amazing power.

I've don't recomend holding them in your hand.

Get a long lighter, and run like hell.

Himalayan Voyager

delhiwala · Oct 2nd, 2009, 17:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by Himalayan

.....I've don't recomend holding them in your hand....

He He He He

Shivani Skydancer · Oct 2nd, 2009, 18:29

Make sure you don't surprise any innocent walkers by... I've got life long tinnitus in one ear from a 'fun' time firecracker that some sweet daddy let off to amuse his little kid in Dharamsala. Yeah really cool!!!

There's a good reason why "nanny" country Australia has banned them.

livinhimalayas · Oct 2nd, 2009, 21:29

All this talk of fireworks is making me gasp for breath.

sdsudarsan · Oct 2nd, 2009, 21:49

delhiwala is right about Sivakasi. However, due to its location, most of the manufacturers have their main shops set up in a city called MADURAI, not far from Sivakasi.

Anytime of the year, you could go to MADURAI and get all sorts of fireworks. Sivakasi is good, but you end up buying without receipts or proper packaging. I'll strongly recommend MADURAI as the place to buy.

edwardseco · Oct 2nd, 2009, 22:14

Love the Atom Bomb, so cool..

suricate · Oct 2nd, 2009, 23:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by livinhimalayas

All this talk of fireworks is making me gasp for breath.

You can say that again!

The following comment by the OP ...

Quote:

... and since we are frustrated living in the nanny state of Australia where fireworks are prohibited, ...

.... makes me think of the numerous elderly Indians who would be
happy to swap places just for this one reason alone!

Nick-H · Oct 3rd, 2009, 00:08

We loose entire firework shops, cracker factories, etc, in explosions, on a fairly regular basis.

Take precautions, and then take ten more.

Himalayan is obviously experienced --- take his advice seriously.

Grantaustralia · Oct 3rd, 2009, 12:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by Himalayan

I recomend COCK ........ They come in a few sizes, and have super amazing power.

I've don't recomend holding them in your hand.

Himalayan Voyager

Sorry couldn't resist.

jituyadav · Oct 3rd, 2009, 12:47

Now that you mentioned....

Sep 10th, 2009, 11:34	#1
Crispydosa Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Melbourne Australia Posts: 7	Where to get the best Fireworks Hi everyone, Last time I was in India my son turned eight. For his birthday we had a fireworks night on the beach. He still remembers it as one of the best nights of his life. I remember it because it was totally nerve-wracking. Some of those fuses are short! Anyway, we had a great time, and we had another legendary day blowing up coconuts a week later. It is safe to say that he and I are both confirmed pyromaniacs, and since we are frustrated living in the nanny state of Australia where fireworks are prohibited, we are really looking forward to getting back there and blowing up some more coconuts and sand castles (he is 11 now and I am old enough to know better). So, to my question, does anybody know of any particularly good places to buy fireworks in the South, or any particulary impressive types of fireworks that might be available? Mod Note: I have moved this thread to the Sports Forum. Last edited by theyyamdancer : Sep 10th, 2009 at 12:46.

Sep 10th, 2009, 14:40	#3
jituyadav Humble servant of the self Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Delhi Posts: 613	Fireworks will be easily available in all markets in this season, the important thing is the quality. I have had my not so thrilling experiences like the one that was supposed to go up blew in my face and all that I could see for weeks was sparkles and hear..well...something for sure far far away. I cannot be certain as it has been a long time since I have given up on fireworks, but ‘cock’ brand seemed to be the best without any quality issues. __________________ I started with nothing and I still have most of it!

Sep 10th, 2009, 15:46	#4
delhiwala IM what IM Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indeyah ! Posts: 4,813	Sivakasi in Tamilnadu is the place where India's fireworks industry is centred. __________________ Travel only with thy equals or thy betters; if there are none, travel alone. - The Dhammapada

Oct 2nd, 2009, 17:22	#6
Himalayan Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Rishikesh, India Posts: 1	Cock brand is superior, I have tried them all There are literally hundreds of firework companies in India. I've tried most of them, and without hesitation I recomend COCK brand over all others. They are reliable, have sufficient fuse timing, and 98% functioning rate. I've been close to having lost a finger from some of the cheap shitty off brands. The main issue is the fuse burns at light speed, and it goes off in your hand. Always wear a thick camel leather glove when handling any brand. Most fun are the explosives , the HYDRO BOMB and the ATOM BOMB. They come in a few sizes, and have super amazing power. I've don't recomend holding them in your hand. Get a long lighter, and run like hell. Himalayan Voyager

Oct 2nd, 2009, 21:29	#9
livinhimalayas still learning Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Abode of Snow Posts: 3,336	All this talk of fireworks is making me gasp for breath. __________________ He that would live in peace and at ease must not speak all he knows or all he sees. - Benjamin Franklin

Sep 10th, 2009, 14:26	#2
Gametotravel Maha Guru Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 757	In Chennai one can buy fireworks all year round and now with Diwali upcoming; there should be no shortage!

Sep 10th, 2009, 16:51	#5
Crispydosa Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Melbourne Australia Posts: 7	Thanks everyone!

Oct 2nd, 2009, 18:29	#8
Shivani Skydancer ॐ Ψ ॐ Ψ ॐ Join Date: May 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 240	Make sure you don't surprise any innocent walkers by... I've got life long tinnitus in one ear from a 'fun' time firecracker that some sweet daddy let off to amuse his little kid in Dharamsala. Yeah really cool!!! There's a good reason why "nanny" country Australia has banned them.

Oct 2nd, 2009, 21:49	#10
sdsudarsan Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Jambu dweep Posts: 165	delhiwala is right about Sivakasi. However, due to its location, most of the manufacturers have their main shops set up in a city called MADURAI, not far from Sivakasi. Anytime of the year, you could go to MADURAI and get all sorts of fireworks. Sivakasi is good, but you end up buying without receipts or proper packaging. I'll strongly recommend MADURAI as the place to buy.

Oct 2nd, 2009, 22:14	#11
edwardseco Maha Guru Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Land that shakes and bakes. Posts: 5,833	Love the Atom Bomb, so cool..

Oct 3rd, 2009, 00:08	#13
Nick-H This is just a cameo appearance Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Chennai, India Posts: 36,187	We loose entire firework shops, cracker factories, etc, in explosions, on a fairly regular basis. Take precautions, and then take ten more. Himalayan is obviously experienced --- take his advice seriously.

Oct 3rd, 2009, 12:47	#15
jituyadav Humble servant of the self Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Delhi Posts: 613	Now that you mentioned....

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