Yeah, I don't think I'd care too much for throwing something explosive, and having it possibly come flying back at me. Best to do as Wombat said, and just stick some dynamite to spear or something not coming back at me.
Bah! Where is you sense of adventure and manly danger? Then again a stick would probably make things a tad bit simpler, plus it would let me roleplay as Liam Neeson. :3
EDIT: That second remark is directed at WonderWombat (Super hero name?)