The Glazier's Mistress: A Amusing Dutch Tradition of Carbide Cannons

Chloe Whisperwillow

Updated Monday, August 26, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

Tervetuloa! Welcome to a nostalgic journey with "The Glazier's Mistress," a video that has been making waves across the internet for over a decade. This quirky and explosive video, possibly first seen on platforms like Ebaum's World, showcases a Dutch New Year's Eve tradition involving carbide cannons.

Imagine an oxy-acetylene cannon being fired mere meters from a house, and the shockwave from this blast causing an uproarious reaction. The video captures the essence of a cartoon-like spectacle, with one user aptly describing it as "Straight out of a cartoon!" The sheer volume and force leave viewers in awe, wondering, "who would have thought that a cannon next to windows wouldn't break them?"

The comments section reveals a mix of amusement and bewilderment. One commenter humorously notes, "The guy laughing right away is exactly how I would be," while another quips, "That's gotta be fun on the eardrums." The cannon's impact and the laughter following it highlight the joy and excitement that such a simple yet powerful tradition can bring.

Known as "The Glazier's Mistress," this carbide cannon is part of Dutch New Year's festivities, where its explosive power is both revered and feared. One user comments, "Little too much gun powder. I can't imagine what that did to their ear drums," pointing out the potential dangers of such a powerful blast.

The video also sparks curiosity, with viewers asking, "Where can I get one?" and even making pop culture references like "Where’s Stone Cold?" The laughter, the shock, and the sheer power of the cannon make it a spectacle that viewers can't get enough of, with one user enthusiastically saying, "Do it again."

Despite its age, the video continues to capture the imagination of the internet, with comments like, "Wow, that's an OLD video. I can't remember when I first saw this one but it was probably at least 10 years ago." This timeless piece of internet gold reminds us of the simple pleasures and the communal joy that traditions can bring.

So, whether you're reminiscing about the first time you saw this video or discovering it for the first time, "The Glazier's Mistress" is sure to leave a lasting impression. Dive into this explosive Dutch tradition, and let the laughter and amazement wash over you!

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Top Comments from Reddit

WardenWolf

Wow, that's an OLD video. I can't remember when I first saw this one but it was probably at least 10 years ago. I think it might have even been on Ebaum's World.

KWAYkai

r/ohnoconsequences

Other-Carry1889

Ah the ol carbide cannons, dutch nye tradition

Kajuan_OOF

Straight out of a cartoon!

NealCaffeinne

who would have thought that a cannon next to windows wouldnt break them

Fleegle2212

This is what I'd call expensive.

TheWildLynx1

Do it again.

lost_aim

Where can I get one?

OutOfPlaceArtifact

thats gotta be fun on the eardrums

joe6pak

They call it The Glaziers Mistress.

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