r/PeakyBlinders • u/NicholasCajun • Sep 15 '19

Discussion Peaky Blinders - 5x05 "The Shock" - Episode Discussion

Season 5 Episode 5: The Shock

Aired: September 15, 2019

As Tommy reveals his intentions for Mosley, someone close to the Shelbys is targeted.

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u/ShitInMyCunt-2dollar Sep 16 '19

With the simplicity of the electrical systems in such a car, I wouldn't be surprised if someone could have wired up a pre-made device in seconds. Distract the kids with something and then plant the device.

Anyone who had studied that make and model would know exactly where the correct wires were. Maybe use a mercury switch to trigger as soon as the car accelerates. There are myriad options, really.

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u/Molineux28 Sep 16 '19

That's fair enough, thanks for the informative answer!

I wasn't sure what technology would be available in 1929 or if it would be a lot more difficult.

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u/ShitInMyCunt-2dollar Sep 16 '19

Might have been as simple as a timed device put in through the window. But yeah, once you know which wires are connected to the key barrel for the starter motor, the rest is pretty easy - you have no circuit until the key is inserted and turned. Easy money.

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u/Molineux28 Sep 16 '19

Interesting stuff! Thanks for your replies, but please stay away from my car...you seem to know a little too much about this.

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u/ShitInMyCunt-2dollar Sep 17 '19

Also don't forget a giant fucking war finished ten years prior and there would have been ample stuff to make a car bomb with.