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Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013SureFire Sonic Defenders
Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013
I’m a big fan of SureFire’s Sonic Defenders and use them anytime I don’t require full over the ear protection. The secret patented Hocks Noise Braker filter that allows sounds, at safe levels, to pass through into the ear canal, while potentially harmful noises (above 85dB) are reduced. If you aren’t familiar with these ear plugs they are molded from a hypoallergenic polymer for left and right ears and are also sized for proper fit. They also feature a stopper which can be closed, offering a 24dB Noise Reduction Rating (NRR).
To learn more visit www.adsinc.com/blog/products/surefire-sonic-defenders.
New SureFire Products for 2013
Tuesday, January 15th, 2013Paul Kim Departs SureFire After 19 years
Sunday, January 13th, 2013
SureFire announced yesterday on their Facebook page that the iconic Paul Kim is leaving the firm after 19 years of service. Many do not know that PK as he is known was the design force behind the now defunct Icon lights. It was a great spin-off brand but unfortunately never caught an audience.
After 19 years of service with SureFire and countless contributions, Paul Kim has decided to leave SureFire to pursue other opportunities. Paul Kim has been the Vice President of Engineering since the earliest days of the company. He holds over 40 patents dating back to the 1980s, and many of his innovations are integrated into just about every modern flashlight. He was a pioneer in the industry, and has created some of the best-engineered and most revered illumination products ever made. Everyone at SureFire thanks Paul for his many years of service, and we wish him only the best in his latest pursuits.
SureFire Institute Grand Opening Next Week
Thursday, January 10th, 2013
Next Week, during SHOT Show, January 15th and 16th, from 3pm-6pm at the Pro Gun Club in Las Vegas, SureFire Institute is holding it’s public Grand Opening.
Visit SureFire at SHOT Show and Get a Target
Thursday, January 10th, 2013
Hot Shots Calendar Launch Party
Tuesday, December 25th, 2012
On the evening of 14 November, 2012 Edgar Brothers hosted a launch party for the 2013 Hot Shots Calendar at the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester, UK. SSD was on hand to witness the event. The models are all Page 3 girls from the United Kingdom. I had the opportunity to speak with models Rosie Jones, Holly Peers, India Reynolds, Emily O’Hara, Sam Cooke and Kelly Hall and I can tell you that they are all great ladies who wholeheartedly support the troops.
But before we can talk about the launch, we have to discuss the calendar itself. Back in August the models, film crew, and supporting cast of sponsors and various camp followers (us included) descended upon the Los Angeles, CA area for the photo shoot.
This year’s theme was 1940s Pinups.
Prior to the shoot hundreds of examples of period art were reviewed.
A great deal of research was conducted looking for inspiration and, as always, fashions were provided by Crye Precision.
As you can see, despite the frantic pace of shooting, Crye kept the costuming side of things quite organized.
Additionally, SureFire served as host for some of the shoot and secured some great vehicles for use as backgrounds.
And, what would a military pinup calendar be without guns? There was a little bit of a twist on these pinups tho, they feature both period as well as modern weapons and equipment.
Even after all of that, thousands of photos were taken to get just the right pose for the calendar. Here, each photo is reviewed to determine what changes must be made to lighting and pose.
And, from another angle.
So that was the calendar. Now, we can talk about the launch party. As was said, it was at the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester, England.
They did a great job making the place up for the party as you can see. Who could ever say ‘No’ to a 40 foot Kelly Hall?
The models signed calendars for the troops in attendance and mingled with the crowd. Looks like the squaddies from the local TA unit had a brilliant time.
In addition to great company and food, we were entertained by British X-Factor 2010 finalist Ruth Lorenzo who hails from Canada. She performed a couple of numbers that really showcased her talent.
While we had a great time, ultimately, we were all there to aid Help for Heroes. 50% of the proceeds for UK sales of the Hot Shots Calendar go to Help for Heroes which runs Tedworth House, Personal Recovery Centre for wounded troops and their families. Here, we see Edgar Brothers Director, Derek Edgar presenting a cheque to Denise Mellor of Hope for Heroes for an additional £ 6,000 (GBP).
Here are some of the recovering troops at Tedworth House, Personal Recovery Centre which is funded by Help for Heroes to help put a face on that donation.
If you haven’t ordered your 2013 Hot Shots Calendar, the playing cards, or badges yet, it’s still not too late. Just visit Purchase calendars at www.hotshotscalendar.com to support Hot Shots and their charities, Help for Heroes and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. Remember, 50% of proceeds go to these charities.
Big thanks to the folks behind Hot Shots – Edgar Brothers, Smith Optics Elite Division, Daniel Defense, Independent Studio Services, Crye Precision, and Magpul Industries.
Follow Hot Shots on Facebook – www.facebook.com/hotshotscalendar
TacJobs – SureFire Production Design Warrior
Tuesday, December 4th, 2012First off, I have to say that it’s great to see Surefire bring this position on, but what exactly is a Production Design Warrior anyway?
According to SureFire, you’ll need to have solid graphic design and production skills, and an ability to create designs and illustrations that reveal the technical superiority of their products.
The Production Design Warrior is responsible for interacting and coordinating with various staff including writers and product management, to make sure work is on schedule and product specifications are accurate on all packaging, manuals and product information sheets to ensure that materials are consistent and error free. And you will also get to assist with the logistics before, during, and after photo shoots both on location and in studio.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
-Design and polish a wide-array of print collateral including packaging, sell sheets, user manuals, ads, and brochures.
-Prepress final design layouts and help maintain quality control on all packaging, product information sheets, and manuals.
-Coordinate among cross-functional groups to maintain departmental processes and create viable design solutions.
Requirements:
-Bachelor of Fine Arts or AA degree preferred; or combination of functionally related work experience and/or education
-Strong typography and design skills required, including flowing and editing copy, use of style sheets and strong font management skills
-At least 2-3 years of illustration experience along with a aforementioned ability to design
-Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (CS4 or above) and working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel
-Team player interested in results
-First-hand knowledge of printing processes
-Posses strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
-Knowledge of the tactical industry is a plus
Qualified candidates need to send an email to jobs@surefire.com. Please provide a URL containing your online portfolio (preferred) or e-mail samples of work in PDF format and include a resume with salary history. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be contacted to further the application process. No phone calls, outside agencies, or recruiters.
www.surefire.com/career-job-postings
