👉 A potshooter is a type of power tool that is used to turn a metal rod or other object into a flame. It consists of a cylinder with a small opening at one end, which is filled with a liquid fuel such as oil or gasoline. The fuel is ignited by setting the flame in the cylinder and then turning it on. The heat generated from the combustion causes the liquid fuel to rise up through the cylinder, creating a bright flame that can be used for various purposes such as lighting