Hey, check out this website. I know James from the Black Flag Cafe and his website about civilian contractors. The Expat Rockstar Magazine is an extension of what he is really expert in, and if you want an interesting read, check it out. -Head Jundi
Protection Team’s World Championship
“The Modern Samurai”
Special International competition’s events intended for Protection Teams from all the states and countries worldwide.
1,000,000 US$ prize to the winners!
Hey, this is some cool news. I am now starting to advertise Feral Jundi, and expand our community. So our first ad is at the Secure Aspects Job Board. We’ll see how it goes, and I look forward to meeting more folks over at all the network sites(Myspace, Twitter, Facebook, etc.) or here on the blog in the comments and contact form sections.
Here is the ad and let me know what you guys think. I thought it was pretty funny, and rather Feral Jundi-ish. If anyone else has ideas for a cool ad, I am always open to suggestions.
I would also like to thank Frank over at Secure Aspects for all that he has done. Frank’s site, is a forum and a job board. To access his job board costs very little, yet it has a very big potential for return, if you get a job. He has put a ton of work into that thing, and it is a great resource. -Head Jundi
This is the watch to have. Supposedly these were the watches issued to the Sealous Scouts during the war in Rhodesia. -Head Jundi
Ok, you are probably wondering why I would post this on Feral Jundi? This product is not only a very tough umbrella, but can also be used for self defense or the protection of your client. And if you are in countries that do not allow you to purchase a weapon or is very difficult to get, then this might be your ticket.
What I liked about it, is that it looks harmless. But if you wanted to wail on someone with this thing, it is not going to break and it is going to do some damage. And for those executive protection details that require you to be not armed, a tool like this might be the trick. Just like using a rolled up magazine or the corner of a hardback book, this umbrella could be a very nice discreet self-defense tool to have around.
Thanks to Doug again for hooking me up with this info, and I guess Wired did a good little story on this product as well. As for endorsements, it sounds like the Presidential Security Group (PSG) of the Philippines President uses this umbrella as a defensive tool.
And it is a fully functioning umbrella! Which at the end of the day, protecting your client from the rain will probably be your highest use for such a product. But sure would be handy to have something like this for the ‘what if’ situations. It would also be a great gift for a loved one that is looking for a dual use product like this. Be sure to check out the video on the website, to see a demonstration of this thing. And as a disclaimer, I do not own this umbrella, nor do I work for the company. I am just reporting on an interesting product that has some application to the security contracting industry. -Head Jundi
From the Website of Real Self-Defense, LLC
The Unbreakable Umbrella works just as well as a walking stick or cane but does not make you look funny or feel awkward. Whacks just as strong as a steel pipe but it weighs only 1 lb. and 11 oz. (775 g).
* Legal to carry everywhere
*Never raises suspicions
*Does not make you look silly (no strange looks if carried by an able-bodied person)
Our Unbreakable Umbrella has no unusual parts, no more metal than an average umbrella, it does not arouse suspicion, can be carried legally everywhere where any weapons are prohibited, unlike a walking stick it does not cause strange looks if carried by an able-bodied person, and it does protect from rain. Anyone who can use a stick for defense can use this umbrella.
This is interesting. This is the first time I have ever seen jewelry offered up for security contractors. Personally, I don’t like wearing rings, but for some guys out there, this means a lot. Especially if you are proud of your service as a contractor. Personally, I like a nice watch, like a Rolex or something. I just thought the cross in the center of the ring was interesting, and had certain meaning.
The whole Knights Templar thing with the ’shield and cross’, is a pretty common theme on patches and t-shirts. So is eating bacon and pork. Heck, I have even seen the shield and cross marked on helmets and drawn on the shields on gun tubs. It’s not that contractors are particularly religious, it’s just that we are up against an enemy that is deadly religious and has been conducting their own crusade, and the KT cross is a symbol of mocking that religious extremism by using another form of religious extremism.
Of course no one really gives a crap about that stuff with our group, they just do it for the psychological edge, and it helps you get through the day. I am not defending or putting it down. That’s just how it is over there, and only those that have done any time over there, know what I mean.
Then of course if you are religious, then that cross can be a good thing to have on you. Just as long as you aren’t going on your own personal crusade and trying to convert or kill the masses. LOL But like they say, there are no atheists in foxholes, and security contractors are no different than anyone else over there, in that regard.
The other little known fact that relates to this ring, is that’ Templar’ was a common call sign over there, and that is with all the companies, and not just with the WPPS companies. -Head Jundi
WPPS ring, 14K Gold
WPPS ring, Sterling Silver
The WPPS Ring
This ring was made in recognition and appreciation of the Worldwide Personal Protective Services. WPPS is a program under the U.S. diplomatic effort to reconstruct Iraq and Afghanistan after the commencement of the War on Terrorism . It employs honorably United States discharged military and law enforcement citizens in a range of protection services for US personnel and facilities abroad.
The Templar Cross and shield represents Christianity and the protection it has offered to a country that has been attacked by threats domestic and international. The Eagle stands for Freedom and the term: “Armis Exposcere Pacem” is Latin for ‘They demand Peace through Force of Arms’. This ring serves as a symbol to honor and sacrifices many have given in the performance of their duties. This is the only ring in our collection made from computer-generated technology.
WPPS Ring Pricing
Heavy Sterling Silver $276
10K Yellow Gold $859
14K White or Yellow Gold $1230
18K White or Yellow Gold $1670
I think that this is a great idea, and it will be cool to see what comes up as the top movie. Lots of submissions this year. -Head Jundi
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http://www.reelzchannel.com/video/34376/g-i-film-festival
A great little interview with Robert Duval about the film festival.
The GI Film Festival (GIFF), a 501 c(3) non-profit organization, is the first film festival in the nation to exclusively celebrate the successes and sacrifices of the American military through the medium of film. The four-day festival will be held on May 14-18, 2008 in Washington DC.
The GIFF will present films from new and established international and domestic filmmakers that honor the heroic stories of the American Armed Forces and the worldwide struggle for freedom and liberty. Some of the films screened will be fan favorites. Others will be screened for the first time. All will in some way express the courage and selflessness of our fighting men and women and the value of their work.
The GI Film Festival is open to filmmakers of every experience level, from first-timers to veteran directors and producers. Prizes will be awarded to winners of three main categories: feature, documentary, and film shorts.
In addition to presenting feature, documentary, and short film screenings, the GIFF will also present panel discussions, educational forums and special events, including:
Movie screenings by international and domestic filmmakers.
Awards presentation featuring a special celebrity major motion picture screening.
”War Stories” educational panel featuring untold personal stories of heroism from the front lines.
Kick-off cocktail party and VIP award ceremony
Press junket, exhibitions, Hollywood “meet and greets,” and more…
http://www.gifilmfestival.com/
I like this knife a lot, and this is what I carry. It is well built, and pretty evil looking. It is not a field knife though, and I only recommend this knife as a defensive weapon for street carry(I recommend a multi-tool and a fixed blade for field work) If you are a fan of the large Hissatsu knives, then you will like this more compact version of the knife. There are two locking mechanisms, and this has an opening assist mechanism(that can be removed if you want). I would definitely recommend getting used to deploying this knife, and add a drop of good knife oil in it every once in awhile. I would rate this as another quality product from CRKT and the Bugei Trading Company. -Head Jundi
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James Williams is actively involved in teaching Military special operations and government security professionals who must at times perform their daily high-risk duties in environments which do not allow them to carry firearms or a large fixed blade knife such as the Hissatsu–. At training sessions and demonstrations, they have asked James to design a folder with the defensive power of the Hissatsu that can be a concealed carry in a pocket or clipped comfortably under a jacket. The result is the CRKT Hissatsu– Folder. Blade length is 3.875″, which is safely under the legal limit in most jurisdictions, while blade finish is non-reflective black Teflon® coating.
For this review, I want to talk about a pretty important piece of gear. That gear is sunglasses. Now the glasses I like, are normal sunglasses, that fit my face and do not distort my view. They protect me from the sun, wind, sand and small impacts from explosions(god forbid). But most importantly, these are glasses that I can use to shoot a weapon equipped with an ACOG rifle optic.
I am concerned about shrapnel and debris coming my way from an explosion, in combat type environments. But what really concerns me in a war zone, is being able to observe properly, so I can orient me and my client away from those hazards. In essence, being able to see really well, can increase my odds in finding the signs of IED’s or ambushes, or to identify sneaky individuals in crowds and buildings and streets. Having an effective eye protection system is essential for the observe part of my OODA(Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) strategy. Good sunglasses should be comfortable, work well with your weapon, handle the day to day abuse of field work, and comfortably enhance your field of view in the combat zone. So with that, let me talk about the Smith Optics Threshold.
For sunglasses, I go with Smith Optics, and specifically the Threshold. I have used Smith sunglasses back when I was fighting forest fires, and I naturally gravitated towards them for this kind of work. My main reason was the quality of the lens and how the sun-glass fit on my face. It was the only pair of sunglasses that would stay on my nose and be comfortable for all day wear.
Now mount a M 240 to this thing, and you have a party. Could you imagine going down the streets in Baghdad with this thing, and especially if it was faster, quiet, and well armored? LOL!! -Head Jundi