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Archive for the ‘WTF?’ Category
They Might Want To Change The Name
Wednesday, February 27th, 2013Some More on Moleskine
Sunday, February 24th, 2013The has been a lot of discussion about whether Italian firm Moleskine’s position on embossing firearms manufacturer’s logos on their notebooks after we reported that they are right against it. Turns out, according to their brand guidelines, they not only don’t work with firearms companies but also, “Pornographers, Extreme Political Organizations, Religious Organizations, or the Defense Industry.”
On one level, I understand that they want to steer clear of anything controversial, but the Defense Industry? I guess on some level it does go to strengthen my argument that the firearms and defense industries are one in the same and all of these half-baked anti-2A laws only serve to weaken our military in the long run.
Still, I hope they don’t realize Arc’teryx has a LEAF division. Those notebooks are a pretty cool giveaway.
Thanks to BE Meyers for the additional info on Molseskine.
WTF Moleskine?
Friday, February 22nd, 2013A friend of ours in the firearms industry received this email from notebook manufacturer Moleskine after inquiring about getting some branded notebooks for giveaways.
Thank you for your request but currently Moleskine Brand Guidelines prevent us from working with any weapon companies. Good luck and have a great day.
Sincerely,
XXXXX
Moleskine America, Inc.
210 eleventh avenue, suite 1004
new york, ny 10001
www.moleskine.com
Found On Facebook
Wednesday, February 20th, 2013
What can I say, it made me laugh.
The Distinguished Warfare Medal – The Times They Are a Changin’
Wednesday, February 13th, 2013Earlier today, the Department of Defense announced a new medal. It recognizes “extraordinary achievement, not involving acts of valor in combat, directly impacting combat operations of other military operations.” Think drones. The DWM ranks below the Distinguished Flying Cross, but above the Bronze Star and the award’s Blue, Red and White ribbon will suspend a laurel wreath encircling a domed and grid-lined globe. There is no geographic limitation on the medal, and the domain for the award includes air, land, maritime, space and cyberspace. The DWM cannot be given for action prior to Sept. 22, 2001.
Ostrich Pillow
Wednesday, January 2nd, 2013
This might come in handy when traveling. Then again, it might get you mugged, but at least you’ll be fast asleep when the bad people get you. Just like an ostrich with his head stuck in the sand, the ostrich Pillow promises to offer a “micro environment in which to take a warm and comfortable power nap at ease. It is neither a pillow, nor cushion, bed or garment, but a bit of each all at the same time. It’s soothing cave-like interior shelters and isolates both your head and hands, perfect for a power nap. You can use the Ostrich Pillow at your desk, on a bench, on the train or while you wait at the air …”
Designed BY Kawamura-Ganjavian, the Ostrich Pillow is really taking off. But I’ve got to warn you, there is a little bit of humor to this thing. The manufacturer is named Banana Things and it’s filled with micro balls. There’s probably a joke or two on there for ya.
There’s lots for you to work with here guys, so have at it. But, it might be just the thing you need to get a good sleep on a long transatlantic flight or stuck in an uncomfortable transient barracks.
It’s Funny, That’s Why
Thursday, December 27th, 2012
James Yeager Is So Sick Of Being Called A Coward That He Will Challenge You To A Duel
Friday, December 14th, 2012ENDO Gun Blog has been closely following the story about firearms trainer extraordinaire James Yeager and his chagrin with those that want to call him a coward from afar. Apparently, Yeager is so sick of it that he will challenge you to a duel to settle the issue once and for all (that is, so long as you sign this release).
Regardless of the legality of this move, Yeager is obviously pissed. This video should give you an idea of how fed up he is.
I’d say that he is pretty ticked. It also seems like it’s all gone too far and I hope that he can put everything back into perspective before this goes full retard.
