Imagine you’re walking down the street, minding your own business, when you look down and notice a round sticker stuck to your shoe. You casually take it off and notice on the back there’s the image of a land mine with the words “In many other countries you would now be mutilated. Help the victims of landmines!” This is UNICEF’s latest marketing campaign, and it’s greatly increased both website visitation and donations. It also happens to be going viral, which further attributes towards the program’s success. This simply proves that guerrilla marketing can be highly beneficial, and doesn’t always have to involve Mooninites shutting down Boston.
Cracked.com is one of the biggest time sinks currently available on the internet. I will literally spend hours reading through the content on that site, and occasionally I’ll find an article with subject matter appropriate enough for my readership. This is one of those articles. Like most everything on Cracked, it is a highly informative piece with a healthy splash of comedy. In my opinion, there hasn’t been a mix of entertainment and education this effective since they stopped showing Schoolhouse Rock, although it’s not nearly as catchy.
As seen on Fail Blog, in their Win category. An old-school bolt-action rifle carved around the actual bolt lock of a bathroom door. Someone claims it’s a Mosin-Nagant carbine. I agree, specifically the Mosin-Nagant Model 1944 carbine:
Sure, it’s not a perfect copy, but it’s pretty damn close. But I’m always open to being proven wrong, so if you have a better idea of what that rifle could possibly be a carving of, there’s a comment section waiting for you.
Available only to law enforcement and government, the Glock models 18 and 18c are 9mm pistols, almost entirely indistinguishable from the Glock model 17, except for their ability to go fully automatic. It seems this isn’t enough, for the ‘Doubleglock’ was born. A custom kit that combines two Glock 18s, probably both 18cs, with a center red dot for accuracy. Although I find personally find little use for any full auto pistols, let alone two strapped together, I must say this is pretty clever. It should also win all your battles from looks alone. No one wants to be staring at the business end of this bullet hose.
Have you tried to find a way to express your mastery of the internets in a real-life, physical form? No? Then I guess Internet Merit Badges aren’t for you. But for the rest of us, each high quality embroidered patch details yet another achievement of one who regularly surfs the web. For example, the “Rickroll’d” patch is for those (pretty much every living being in the universe with internet access) that were tricked into seeing a video of Rick Astley’s ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ instead of whatever video they were originally promised. I’m such an internet geek, I qualify for four out of the five. Can you guess which badge I can’t claim?
MadeByAmmo’s ShotShell is the last shot glass you’ll ever need. Inspired by the classic shotgun shell, this premium-grade stainless steel shot glass holds a standard 1.5 fl oz shot and is 100% dishwasher safe. It stands a proud 3″ tall, weighs 4.3 ounces, and is made in the U.S.A. That’s right: Berry compliant drinking. Each ShotShell also features a laser etched logo on the base and a soft fabric pouch for storage.
But that’s not all. MadeByAmmo also offers the ShotShell Tactical Pack. Made from ACU Digital camouflage canvas, these carrying pouches are built to military specification in similar fashion to the 40mm grenade pouches. Each pouch features velcro straps and removable Malice clips for attaching to belts and bags.
Finally, there’s the ShotShell AmmoCrate. Hold 6 ShotShells in a super-tough Pelican case in OD Green, while the three layers of foam insert cushion your shot glasses until it’s time to pour.
You can get your ShotShell and more at MadeByAmmo.
You may remember when I wasn’t totally impressed with the CardSharp by Iain Sinclair. Granted, that was in the context of its use against zombies, but even without this handicap I’m still not gaga about it. However, it’s not the only knife that folds into a credit card sized shape, and at least this one looks rugged enough to be somewhat useful. Meet The Creditor. Like the CardSharp, it folds and it’s a knife. But that’s pretty much where the similarities end. To be specific, The Creditor is actually marketed as a money clip that doubles as a knife. It’s also made of carbon fiber, D2 tool steel, and titanium. Not too shabby. Plus, it won knife maker John Kubasek an award for Most Innovative Knife Design, so that must count for something. It’s still too short to be an effective anti-zombie weapon, but you can always throw the $20 bills clipped to its side as a distraction.
De Santis Gunhide’s Ankle Cell Phone Holster. Now, this product is completely useless, as I’ll be extremely happy to explain. First, it’s damn foolish. Apparently carrying a cell phone around your ankle is considered stylish, and not completely asinine. I don’t want to have to bend down to my ankle in public every time I get a call from someone. That opens up plenty of problems on its own. Two, you’re putting a small, vibrating and ringing device on your ankle. That’s totally not suspicious at all. In fact, I can guarantee one jumpy air marshal would be all over the jackass that decides having one of these while on a plane was a good idea. Third.. it costs $32. Specifically $31.95, and that’s before shipping. The page also mentions ‘Armani’ suits, so this is obviously marketed at douches with a lot of money to burn. My point is this product costs way to much for what it offers: an ankle holster for a cell phone. So don’t buy it.
Yes, that eye catching title is completely true. A drive-thru adult store in Alabama, specifically Pleasures located in Huntsville, is offering a deal where an individual can trade their firearms for adult products. Sherri Williams, the owner of the store, vows to turn in any illegal firearms to the police, while selling the legal ones and using the profit to benefit victims of gun violence. What surprises me most about this is expecting anyone from Alabama to give their guns away. Fat chance of that. However, I just can’t help but feel if any place in the world has a drive-thru adult store, it’d have to be Alabama.
Thanks to The Week for the story. You can read the full article here.
“Here, weapons which may typically be viewed as symbols of violence are converted to tools for peace.” Sure, if I don’t decide to use the notebook as a blunt beating object, that is. Take that, hippies! Anyway, these notebooks, aside from having some of the most kick-ass covers any notebook has ever had, also have pages that correspond to their cover. The grenade, for example, features pages with a grey plaid design, and the first page has a ‘1 second’ sign, to remind you your notebook is a live explosive and you’ve obviously been cooking it too long.
The secret formula for Coca-Cola, specifically ‘Merchandise 7X’, a hidden blend of oils that gives Coke its unique taste, may have been published 32-years ago in an issue of the ‘Atlanta Journal-Constitution’, recently rediscovered by ‘This American Life’. Although all the main ingredients are already shown on the can, we all knew there had to be something extra (besides the cocaine) that gave Coke its kick, and this must be it.
But you may be asking: “Fanboy? What value does Coke, a soft drink, have as the subject of an article on your website?” Well, it’s really quite elementary. See, in case you didn’t realize it, Coke has plenty of uses besides as a sugary soda. It’s common knowledge you can use Coke to clean rust off chrome and other metals, or to clean a really dirty window, or even to clean greasy, smelly, and/or bloody, clothes. But what you may or may not know is Coke syrup in its pure form (without carbonated water) has to be transported in hazmat trucks. Law enforcement officials also use Coke to clean away organic material from accident sites on the road. Imagine the damage that could occur if a perfected formula for bootleg Coke fell into the wrong hands? I’ll admit it’s a little out there, but anything’s possible.
Thanks to news.com.au for the full story, where you can read the secret formula for yourself.
Epic Meal Time‘s Valentine’s Day vid shows you the perfect Valentine’s Day confectionaries, made with bacon, chocolate, and chicken and lamb hearts. With a combined total 3123 grams of fat and 44,189 calories, these heart based treats are sure to make your heart stop, with love. Ultimate aphrodisiac, baby!
Imagine having access to an unlimited source of doctors notes, business e-mails, and emergency phone calls. Basically having an alibi for any situation. Now instead of imagining this, sign up for the Alibi Network. For the low annual $75 fee, you are allowed a full year of unlimited e-mail confirmation services, unlimited online and telephone counseling services, and access to a personal Alibi specialist 24 hours a day. Now, although there are some “questionable” advertised uses for this service, having access to an alibi for any situation can be used for good as well. I prefer the mild-mannered office worker who’s actually a vigilante scenario. It helps to have an excuse every time you have to duck into a phone booth to throw on some tights.
This jerky has the unsettling appearance of zombie flesh. Besides that, it’s totally edible. Teriyaki flavored, even! Not gross at all! …I’m not sounding very convincing, am I?
You can get your own package of Zombie Jerky at thinkgeek.com.
Tired of getting out-driven on the golf course? More accurate with your rifle than with your 9-iron? Then you need one of these! Simply replace your muzzle break or flash hider with this golf ball launcher, and you’ll be making 250 yard drives easy. The best part is it only requires .223 blanks, and no gunsmithing is required! In fact, it would also make a decent non-lethal anti-hippy device, except that non-lethal and hippy are two words that should never be in the same sentence.
-He didn’t assume it was loaded.
-He pointed the gun at his foot, which is something I assume he didn’t want to destroy.
-He put his finger on the trigger, while assuming it wasn’t loaded, despite not aiming at anything.
-It’s damn sure he wasn’t aware of his target. Well, he was after the bullet impacted his foot.
In case you didn’t follow, that list is basically an antithesis to the four rules of firearms. It just boggles the mind how someone who is supposedly trained to handle firearms can be this stupid. The best part is he assures the class he’s a professional, and that he’s the only one trained enough to handle the Glock, when all of a sudden, disaster strikes! Sure, the video’s old, but the message is timeless: follow the rules, and you might not end up like ‘The Footless Wonder’ there.
What’s better than sending your significant other a chocolate handgun or maybe some chocolate bullets? What about a chocolate grenade? Well, at least that’s the belief of AEON Meridian, who offers these slightly offbeat confectioneries. You can purchase them from MidwestHuntersOutlet.com.
The above link leads to a comic detailing the common problems that lead up to, and during, a zombie apocalypse. Not only is this hilarious, but it’s also available for sale as a poster. I definitely want one!
The title says it all. I know there’s the concept of cultural differences, but you’d figure that wouldn’t affect something as simple as a jumping jack. In fact, this article found on Cracked.com does so much (hilarious) justice that I won’t even attempt to match it. It’s nothing short of pure gold.
Yet another video by ‘freddiew’ that seems to be somewhat of a sequel to his earlier Chrono Trigger vid. For a recap, he mostly uses special effects such as green screens and editing software along with airsoft weapons to achieve the desired results. It’s always cool to see what you can come up with using modern software.
This craziness is from a movie called Endhiran, and it’s the most expensive Bollywood movie ever produced. It also happens to be India’s highest grossing movie of all time. Is it hard to see why? BTW, there’s also dancing (it’s Bollywood, what do you expect) that’s thankfully cut from this video.
This video from AOTS shows a couple of so called ‘top self defense tools’ in case of a zombie apocalypse. I’m going to totally debunk them both, since I’m a huge fan of zombie fiction, and I can easily tell using either of these will only end you up as undead chow. I’d also like to add that the video starts by mentioning the only way to stop a zombie is by decapitating it. That only separates the still-biting head from the body. Destroying the brain is the only guaranteed method. Fanboy moment over, onto ripping on some products!
Axe Maker Kit – bestmadeco.com: A do-it-yourself ax valued at $140? I’ll pass. Even with two handles made of American hickory, a hand-forged ax blade, and a shaver, that’s a bit too much for something I’ll just repeatedly bury into the undead. I’d rather pick up an ax at the store ($30, easily found for less or more) or even a crowbar (again $30, easily found for less or more). At least with the later I have an effective melee weapon and a tool for opening whatever barriers I may find.
Card Sharp – iainsinclair.com : It folds up to look just like a credit card? Seems more like an altercation with a TSA agent waiting to happen than an effective anti-zombie device. Actually, killing a zombie TSA agent with this would offer what I imagine to be some form of poetic justice. But I digress, if you need a zombie-fighting blade, go for a machete, or a shaolin spade, if you can find it. This is just too small to cause any noticeable damage to the undead hoard. After all, the whole concept is to destroy the brain, not cut away at them.
Long story short: these are horrible options. In case of a zombie attack, go with something else. After all, your life may depend on it.
This is clip of Russel Crow in the movie ‘Proof of Life’ turned into a faux commercial for Leatherman tools. I guess it’s called a ‘multitool’ for a reason.
