tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22270626324921577302024-02-18T20:21:45.717-08:00Prometheus Lights (Dark Sucks)Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.comBlogger239125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-7068632403261776962017-05-01T13:02:00.000-07:002017-05-01T13:03:21.422-07:00New Prometheus Lights Website & Blog!<br />
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Faithful Dark Sucks blog readers,<br />
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The new <a href="https://prometheus-lights-2.myshopify.com/">Prometheus Lights</a> website has launched! To keep my life nice and tidy I am moving all blogging activities to the new location and turning off the lights (đ) here on Blogger.<br />
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Come follow me on the new <a href="https://prometheus-lights-2.myshopify.com/blogs/news">Prometheus Lights blog</a>! I'm working on a series of posts on <a href="https://prometheus-lights-2.myshopify.com/blogs/news/5-reasons-why-rechargeable-batteries-are-worth-it">Rechargeable Batteries</a> and the first one just went up. I'd love to here your thoughts...<br />
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Thanks for sticking with me. See you 'round the bend.<br />
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<div>Testing a Ti spindle two piece Lambda. Looking promising but I'm not getting ahead of myself :)</div>
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Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-57433876784565575522017-04-10T17:16:00.000-07:002017-04-10T17:16:08.117-07:00Kappa Keychain Kickstarter Launch! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-12435810063646108562016-05-27T15:44:00.000-07:002016-05-27T15:44:00.497-07:00Two new premium chargers in the storeHi folks,<br />
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Just writing to let you know that I have two new awesome chargers from Xtar in the store. One is 4 bay and one is 2 bay. Both have digital readouts to let you know exactly what is going on, independent charging channels so you can charge different size/chemistry batteries at the same time. The both feature the ability to charge Li-Ion, Ni-Mh, and Nicd batteries as well. The 2 bay can even acts as a "power bank," meaning you can put a battery (or two) into the charger, plug in your phone (or other USB device) and charge on the go.<br />
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I provided some technical support on this one but Joe spent months getting the design tested and dialed in. I have one of the first prototypes and I can tell you it's awesome! I mainly use pocket knives for opening boxes and this one is small enough you don't have to "deal" with it, but the CUB is there when you need it. Check out the live project on Kickstarter...link is below. Don't wait though, this project is only live for 2 weeks total. </div>
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<i>Mountain View, CA (March 1, 2016)</i> â Scout Leather Co. is excited to announce the launch of its latest Hard Goods with the Scout Compact Utility Bladeâ˘. Currently on Kickstarter, the Scout CUB⢠is a minimalistic Titanium pocket tool designed from shop life necessity and developed for those that work and do.</div>
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Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-24420130563059179402016-02-16T08:55:00.002-08:002016-02-16T08:55:45.392-08:00Solid Copper Alpha PenHi folks,<br />
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Also, these pens are machined by Hirsch Machine in Santa Clara, and not in my own shop. In fact, because of my workload, no Alpha pens will continue to be made in-house. You can <a href="http://www.prometheuswrites.com/" target="_blank">follow this link</a> to my site if you'd like a more detailed explanation.Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-83295401952035425662016-02-13T11:24:00.002-08:002016-02-13T11:24:34.833-08:00Brass Beta QR Back in Stock!That is all...<br />
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<span id="goog_1926722395"></span><span id="goog_1926722396"></span>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-25230901536990320592016-02-11T11:53:00.002-08:002016-02-11T11:53:46.265-08:00Special offer on eye protection from ESSHi all,<br />
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So Burnley SlingPop production is nearly finished and we are about to begin shipping! Related to that, our friends at ESS have allowed me to extend the 10% discount on their "Crossbow Ballistic Eyeshield" to the Prometheus Lights audience as well!<br />
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Here at Prometheus safety is a top priority and I only trust my eyes to ESS, both in the shop and at the range. The Crossbow represents the absolute best in no-compromise eye protection available today. I've been using their glasses for years and reached out to them during the Burnley Kickstarter campaign about supplying some glasses...they said yes :) <br />
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<b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">PRE ORDER NOW!</span></b> <a href="https://brnly-slingpop-pocket-slingshot-and-bottle-opener.backerkit.com/hosted_preorders/37424" target="_blank">Just follow this link to pre-order now at the 10% discounted price.</a> This offer closes soon, so don't wait.<br />
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The Crossbow features extra thick ballistic-grade lenses which can be easily replaced if they become damaged or if you want to swap out for another color. They also come with an optional low-profile strap that attaches to the small holes at the tip of the bow. <a href="http://www.esseyepro.com/Crossbow-ONE_353_detail.html" target="_blank">Check out the ESS website if you would like more information. </a><br />
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If you missed the Kickstarter campaign you can still pre-order a SlingPop through the link above...and you can check out the original Kicstarter campaign/video if you are interested. The design is by Burnley Knives, project management by Scout Leather Co., and CNC machining by yours truly.<br />
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If you follow the pre-order link you can also pick up one (or more) of my Photon Lanyard Beads for $35 each ($10 off the retail price) and <u>choose from 3 anodized colors that are exclusively available for this campaign</u> (and happen to match the SlingPop colors :) Type II Clear and Violet or Type III Black. You can pre-order through the link above, but you can get <a href="http://www.darksucks.com/store-PhotonBead.html" target="_blank">more info on the Photon Beads on my own website via this link</a>.<br />
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Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-79242491545343637782015-12-04T10:58:00.003-08:002015-12-04T10:58:53.236-08:00Lambda Solid Brass [S-BR] is up on the site now! Hey folks,<br />
<br />Sorry I haven't had tops in a while. I have been working on something new but the holiday rush has put me way behind schedule on just about everything. However, I'm ready to start shipping new tops! These are currently in production so there might be a 1-2 day delay in shipping orders. <a href="http://www.darksucks.com/store_lambda.html">Just follow this link to my website for more information and to purchase a top (link). </a><br />
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<b>BRNLY SlingPop: Pocket Slingshot & Bottle Opener Kickstarter</b><div>
<b><br /></b>Albuquerque, NM (October 21, 2015) â Lucas Burnley of Burnley Design is excited to announce his first Kickstarter project for the BRNLY SlingPop. Inspired by the lighthearted mischief of youth, the SlingPop is a modern take on a classic childhood staple with a grown-up twist. Designed for your back pocket, the SlingPop combines the fun of a slingshot with the practicality of a âbar keyâ bottle opener.<br />
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Help support the BRNLY SlingPop: Pocket Slingshot & Bottle Opener on Kickstarter: <a href="http://www.burnleyknives.com/slingpop">http://www.burnleyknives.com/slingpop</a><br />
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<b>About Burnley Design (<a href="http://www.burnleydesign.com/">www.burnleydesign.com</a>)</b><br />
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Using the experiences gained from over a decade of knife-making and as a designer for BĂśker and Columbia River Knife & Tool, Lucas Burnley started Burnley Design as a platform to explore, experiment and create products outside of the knife industry.<br />
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If you would like more information about the BRNLY SlingPop: Pocket Slingshot & Bottle Opener, please contact Lucas Burnley atbrnlyd@gmail.com<br />
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Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-21922773033450824812015-08-20T12:01:00.001-07:002015-08-20T12:02:35.078-07:00New in the store: 302 Stainless Split RingsHi all,<br />
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I get a lot of requests for split rings so I finally got some on the site and also have a selection of 3 different sizes! Don't thank me, thank you :) Click the link below!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.darksucks.com/store-split-rings.html">302 Stainless Steel Split Rings (link)</a></span><br />
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<br />Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-66918251388049681532015-08-14T15:52:00.002-07:002015-08-14T16:43:50.612-07:00Tungsten Top Lottery Sale! Hi all,<br />
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So I'm trying out something new for the tops and for the sale format. I will have 10 tungsten tops with blue anodized titanium spindles up for lottery. You can get all of the details and sign up through the link below!<br />
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<b>Registration opens today at 4PM Pacific and ends 10AM Pacific on Monday, August 17th</b><br />
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<br />Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-81152618236571195092015-07-15T23:12:00.001-07:002015-07-15T23:12:16.252-07:00The EKO Kickstarter is finally 100% shipped!<div><a href="https://instagram.com/p/3vsRK9tYHg/"><img src="http://photos-e.ak.instagram.com/hphotos-ak-xfa1/t51.2885-15/s150x150/e15/11419196_976336559094124_804900412_n.jpg"></a><br>(<a href="https://instagram.com/p/3vsRK9tYHg/">see full image</a>)</div><div><br></div><div>This is a little fixture I laser cut to hold the key blanks for engraving. Ended up making about 750 of these for the campaign. That was A LOT of hand work filing, sanding, and grinding. Not looking forward to the next batch. <br><br>Jason</div>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-25472149487021309282015-07-15T23:03:00.000-07:002015-07-15T23:03:22.744-07:00Follow me on Instagram? Hey folks,<br />
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I'm sure you can tell my blog momentum has fallen to about zero. Sorry about that! I like to post general musings and goings on, but I've been soooo busy I just haven't been able to find the time. Of course I find time to post things like my latest Kickstarter campaign, and then I beat myself up because the blog starts feeling way too commercial. My story is about the journey as much (or more than) what is for sale at the moment. At least that's my hope.<br />
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As a result, I've started using Instagram a lot. It's a super easy way to let people know what I'm working on "right now" and that works well for me. So, two things:<br />
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Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-38909521033231983932015-07-15T22:55:00.000-07:002015-07-15T23:14:03.566-07:00Trying out some new aluminum-specific carbide inserts. <div>
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That's a pretty awesome mirror finish right? I've been wanting to try these polished inserts forever and I finally found a good (great) deal on a box of them on eBay and had to pull the trigger. Turns out they work really well on stainless and titanium too...as long as you don't care about tool life. The sharp edge is really fragile and breaks down quickly under tough cutting conditions.<br />
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Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-19615019558207363842015-02-15T17:37:00.000-08:002015-02-15T17:38:33.181-08:00Awesome Kickstarter Wallet: Ending Soon (not mine) Hi all,<br />
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Sometimes I like to share cool things from other makers. Jens Anso is a very famous knife maker from Denmark. As expected, his work is clean and elegant. At auction, his knives go for thousands of dollars. If you want to buy one, expect to fork over a lof of money on the secondary market, or wait...and wait (don't forget to wait). He's also designed knives for two of the largest knife manufacturers on earth, Spyderco and Boker. I'm impressed. Like me, Jens likes to dabble in other things as well.<br />
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I'd like to introduce you to his new titanium & carbon fiber credit card holder, which is currently live on Kickstarter and <u>ending in 4 days</u> on February 20th.</span> (<a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1631052937/matrix-titanium-and-carbon-fiber-credit-card-holde" target="_blank">link to the KS campaign and video</a>)! </h4>
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I know Jens from the "makerverse" because we like to make things and there aren't that many of us doing unique work with an obsessive focus on quality. Notice my Alpha pen in the photo above? This cool credit card holder is (of course) made from titanium on the front, carbon fiber on the back, and holds 1-6 credit cards. The colored inserts are made from "G10" which is a reinforced fiberglass composite commonly used to make knife handles. I'd personally use it as a business card holder and impress the pants off anyone I give my card to.<br />
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Ah but where is it made? Jens makes most of his knives in his own shop, but this project is being contracted out to the same US company that waterjets all of my pocket clips. See, small world. <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1631052937/matrix-titanium-and-carbon-fiber-credit-card-holde" target="_blank">In case you missed the first link to the Kickstarter campaign, here it is again!</a> Even if you aren't interested yourself, please forward this on to someone that might. Us makers live by word of mouth. if you don't spread the word, we don't eat, so just take a second and click your mouse on one of those share buttons :)<br />
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If you want to check out his knife work, <a href="http://www.ansoknives.com/" target="_blank">here is the link for his website</a> and a photo below to wet your whistle. This is my favorite, and of course a one-off. I like how it arches its back like an angry shark when it's open. Sadly, I don't own it. Probably couldn't afford it either :)<br />
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I've been working like a mad man the last few months to get these special projects out. 5 to be precise. Details and photos further down in this post. Purchase links in the bullet list immediately below.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: red;">Please note: the special editions are first come first serve. Previews are available through the links below, but you will not be able to purchase until 5PM Pacific time on Dec 1st. Tomorrow you should "refresh" your browser when you visit the product page, or you might see an old cached version that does not have the "buy now" buttons. </span><br />
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<li><a href="http://www.darksucks.com/store-EKO.html" target="_blank">The "Epsilon EKO"</a> (Emergency Key Opener) for boxes and bottles in 6/4 Titanium</li>
<li><a href="http://www.darksucks.com/store-KC-QR.html" target="_blank">The "Kappa Keychain Quick Release"</a> based on the mechanism for the new Beta QRv2 that I launched a couple months ago. </li>
<li><a href="http://www.darksucks.com/store%20DS_BetaClip.html" target="_blank">The Beta QRv2 Pocket Clip!</a> This is NOT backwards compatible with the original Beta QR. </li>
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<li><a href="http://www.darksucks.com/store_Lambda-zirc.html" target="_blank">Special Edition Lambda Top</a>: Zirconium (40 pcs) ($175.00)</li>
<li><a href="http://www.darksucks.com/store_Lambda-tung.html" target="_blank">Special Edition Lambda Top:</a> Tungsten (15 pcs) ($265.00)</li>
<li><a href="http://www.prometheuswrites.com/index.html" target="_blank">Special Edition Solid Brass:</a> Alpha Pen (50 pcs) ($275.00)</li>
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<strong><span style="color: #f3f3f3;">I'm introducing a customizable version of the Ready-Made in 2015</span></strong><span style="color: #999999;">, called simply the "Alpha Custom." It will have the exact same components & options as a Blue-Label, but built into a Ready-Made shell. These will be sold in "runs" just like the Blue-Label lights have been. </span><a href="http://www.darksucks.com/waitlist.html" style="color: #999999;" target="_blank">If you want to get on the wait list please sign up here</a><span style="color: #999999;">. This list is NOT the same as the general mailing list. I also haven't had time to change the verbiage on the signup page to reflect the discontinuation of the Blue-Label program...so don't let that confuse you :) </span></span><br />
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<strong><span style="color: #f3f3f3;">I'd like to spend more time pushing the envelope and less time doing the same thing over and over</span><span style="color: #999999;">.</span></strong><span style="color: #999999;"> I hope temporarily suspending the Blue Label program will give me more time to work on some special edition lights. I've had a carbon fiber light on deck for about 1.5 years but I've never had time to finalize the design and machining. It's almost here and 30 pcs will be available in early 2015. See, it's working already :) </span>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><strong><span style="color: #f3f3f3;">Right now there are a LOT people on the BL wait-list</span></strong><span style="color: #999999;">, and this is one of the main reasons I'm switching over to the Alpha Custom. My hope is that I'll be able to deliver these on a more consistent basis since I don't have to do the machining or spend the (countless) tedious hours on fancy finishes. I know this is going to make some people upset and others really happy, but this is what we've got to work with :) I'm very aware that some of the appeal with Blue-Label lights is the 100% hands on approach and the fancy finishes, but my current workload just doesn't permit me to make those and get anything else done. My humble apologies to everyone who has been waiting a long time to get their hands on a Blue Label. There is only one of me and I'm doing the best that I can. </span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color: #f3f3f3;">Quality-wise, the Ready Made bodies are every bit as good as the Blue Label.</span></strong><span style="color: #999999;"> In fact, they might be better. They are machined by a guy who has been making chips longer than I've been alive. As a testament to his skill and talent, the Ready-Made shells are plated </span><u style="color: #999999;">exactly</u><span style="color: #999999;"> in the condition they come off the machine. If I put fancy finishes on top of his perfect machining, it would be tantamount to disrespect.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: #f3f3f3;"><strong>The only real difference between the Blue Label and Alpha Custom (besides appearance) is the thread fit</strong>.</span><span style="color: #999999;"> I make the Blue Label threads to the tightest tolerance in the industry, which is more about showing off than performance. My personal light (that I carry everyday) is a Ready Made "because it's everything you need and nothing you don't." I stole that line from Nissan. I firmly believe that the Alpha Custom will fully represent my intention to build the best flashlights on earth. These will be serialized as Blue-Label lights, come with an individual report card, and be eligible for the "lifetime upgrade program" where you can upgrade your light to the most current version (if possible) for a reduced cost. </span></span></span>Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-31238761645233380122014-11-30T16:22:00.000-08:002014-11-30T16:22:45.386-08:002015 Ready Made Price Increase<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<strong style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><span style="color: #f3f3f3;">Ready-Made lights will be going up in price in 2015.</span></strong><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"> </span><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">The current base price is $229 but next year it will be $255...so now is the time to jump on a Ready Made! I like to keep pricing as reasonable as possible while making it worth my time to actually produce. Everything has become more expensive over the last 18 months and it's time to make an adjustment. The machining cost alone has jumped 15% in the last year. If you want to take advantage of the 2014 pricing <a href="http://www.darksucks.com/store_alphaRM.html" target="_blank">just follow this link</a> :)</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"> </span></span><br />
<br />Jasonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06622520811266154546noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227062632492157730.post-6314291537091080752014-09-16T21:39:00.000-07:002014-09-16T21:48:31.999-07:00Kickstarter Collaboration With Scout Leather Co. ! Hi Folks,<br />
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I'm super excited to announce my first Kickstarter collaboration!<br />
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Joe over at Scout Leather Co. is launching a Kickstarter for his Scout Hook: a Keychain pocket hook and bottle opener. <br />
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<span style="color: #cccccc;"><b>In conjunction with his project, I'll be offering an exclusive (co-branded) Brass Beta-QR Keychain Flashlight:</b> </span>Nichia 219 High CRI LED, 3 mode driver (1/15/85 lumens) & new improved Quick Release v2. This will be available as its own Kickstarter reward tier or combined as a set with the Scout Hook.<br />
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<a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/scoutleatherco/the-scout-hooktm-keychain-bottle-opener"><span style="color: yellow; font-size: x-large;">The Scout Hook is live right now (link) !</span></a><br />
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<b><span style="color: #cccccc;">I've been using one of Joe's hooks for almost six months.</span></b> In fact, the very first prototypes came out of my shop! He has continued to iterate and refine the design. It's good. It's the kind of good that you get from putting six months into something that is relatively simple. Most of the effort will be 99% invisible to you, and that means the job is well done. <br />
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<b><span style="color: #cccccc;">I can say, with a full measure of confidence, that this little piece of brass is indispensable. </span></b>I never realized how incredibly annoying my keychain was, until I put this on and "annoying" vanished. I literally have less stress in my life.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #cccccc;">My normal carry is hooked through a rear belt loop and stuffed in my back pocket to keep them quiet</span>.</b> My keys are now silent, out of the way, and readily accessible. Isn't that the way keys should be? It's totally different than just putting your key in your back pocket. If you do that, you end up with a big lump that jabs you in the butt every time you sit down. The pocket hook keeps the keys from "clumping" and they ride high in the pocket so you don't sit on everything. If I just need a quick hook they can dangle from the side, or even inside your waistband if you find yourself without pockets or belt loops. Day at the beach anyone?<br />
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<b><span style="color: #cccccc;">Ladies, this one is for you.</span> </b>Hook your keys on the inside pocket of your purse instead of throwing them in the bottom with everything else. Your wish has been granted. I'm sure I don't need to explain this in detail, right? :) <br />
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<b><span style="color: #cccccc;">Here is the tricky part though...it's also a bottle opener...whaaaaaa?</span></b> I'll guarantee you didn't notice that up front, and that's the pure genius of the concept. You have no idea how hard it was to actually get this working perfectly. We spent hours trying to getting this dialed in, and it's dialed. Okay, it might take a couple of trials to get your feel dialed in because the shape is a little different, but unless you are clumsy like the people on infomercials, you'll be fine.<br />
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<span style="color: #cccccc;"><b>I don't need a bottle opener very often, but it's a nice thing to have on hand.</b> </span>However, since I don't need it everyday, I want it to disappear when not in use. You know, stealth mode. I think that's clever, elegant, and says "tasteful and prepared professional" rather than "have opener, will party if you got beer." I must be getting old. Speaking of which, why are you still reading this? Click the link above!
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<br />Just a friendly reminder that only a few hours remain on the titanium Alpha pen auction!<br />
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<b>Most of the pens are well under the standard retail price of $240</b>.<br />
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Remember, these are all one-of-a-kind! Thanks for your support.<br />
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Jason<br />
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