"High explosives" doesn't just mean "bigger boom"

I didn't even realise that "low explosives" were a thing; let's talk about deflagration, detonation, and how high explosives can actually be safer. • Thanks to Steve from Live Action FX!

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Camera: Simon Temple http://templefreelance.co.uk
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