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by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Dec 16, 2022 5:36 pm
Forum: Greetings
Topic: Heya
Replies: 7
Views: 17397

Re: Heya

I think I have downloaded and saved every video that both Stealth Technique and Shadow Work have ever posted . . . I used to post on Shadow Work's site when he had it up and before he faded into modern ninja legend and obscurity. Happy to see that Night Ops is still up and running and approaching a ...
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Dec 16, 2022 5:28 pm
Forum: Greetings
Topic: Sup
Replies: 2
Views: 12719

Re: Sup

Welcome Unseen stoner and thanks for making me feel so old, just a quick tip from a veteran Night Ops member, if your over 50 like me, loosen up before an op as your knees will crack when you crouch into a ninja walk. A lot of information to be absorbed on night operations and stealth on this site, ...
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Dec 16, 2022 4:20 pm
Forum: Greetings
Topic: Heya
Replies: 7
Views: 17397

Re: Heya

Welcome to Night Ops, I too would recommend Stealth Technique videos, he has spent a considerable amount of time to breaking down stealth movements and his own strength (pull ups are important for climbing urban obstacles ). I wonder if some of Stealth Techniques videos could be housed on this site ...
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Dec 16, 2022 4:10 pm
Forum: Greetings
Topic: Hello
Replies: 3
Views: 12186

Re: Hello

Welcome to the site Arachnid667, I've been checking out the site for over 5 years and can state that the information and knowledge of many of the posters and definitely the moderators is top notch. Looking forward to your posts.
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Dec 16, 2022 4:02 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: Drugs?
Replies: 4
Views: 13226

Re: Drugs?

I have to agree with V-S on this one, expose yourself slowly with stressful situations and train realistically. Also, you are pre-programming your mind to fail when you state that you will fail under stress; instead , use visualization and positive affirmations that state you will succeed under stre...
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Dec 16, 2022 3:34 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: Death Whistle
Replies: 2
Views: 10219

Re: Death Whistle

I remember reading about or watching a true crime show where a man ambushed another with a rifle and that he blew a whistle , just before firing the shot , in order to cause the victim to stop in his tracks, thus making the shot easier. A modern ninja practitioner from England , Ken Andre, used a an...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue Jan 18, 2022 1:46 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: Recording while phone screen is off/locked? (Android OS)
Replies: 8
Views: 18192

Re: Recording while phone screen is off/locked? (Android OS)

While it shouldn't need to be said but we'll say it anyway, smartphones that are registered to you or ones that you have a plan with is how many people are tracked or arrested after they do naughty things . However, I like the idea of an operator using and having smartphones on certain ops but the s...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue Jan 18, 2022 1:15 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: Literally a shadow
Replies: 7
Views: 14112

Re: Literally a shadow

The inner material lining does look like it would be very hot and only practical for a suit in a cold weather environment, however the cape veil idea may work better. I would consider making a ghillie suit like material on one side of the cape / bed roll / veil and having this material on the inside...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue Jan 18, 2022 12:57 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: Product Rec: Aerko CLEAR OUT gas grenades
Replies: 5
Views: 12923

Re: Product Rec: Aerko CLEAR OUT gas grenades

Will definitely check these out. For an improvised version, one can always tape an m80 to a $10 tear gas sprayer from walmart, however this requires you to produce a lighter and light the M80 (slower initiation) , may not produce the same type of CS cloud, and would create plastic shrapnel . I suppo...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue Mar 20, 2018 11:11 pm
Forum: The Art of Night Ops
Topic: Shadow Work and Stealth Technique
Replies: 9
Views: 15878

Re: Shadow Work and Stealth Technique

Hey I really enjoyed the link and watching the videos of Shadow Work , thanks for posting !! Just a word of caution with using the grappling hooks, and I have mentioned this before on this site, do be careful of electrical power lines. I noticed that Shadow Work was doing some climbing under bridges...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue Nov 07, 2017 4:46 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Peeping through the key hole
Replies: 3
Views: 10643

Re: Peeping through the key hole

The snake cam can also be used to help open safes but requires drilling a hole in the safe and then inserting the camera tube. If positioned above a false ceiling or hiding in a closet , the snake cam can allow the operative to know that the coast is clear before exiting a hiding place. If above a f...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue Nov 07, 2017 4:17 am
Forum: Spurious Generalities
Topic: Budget Full-Auto Conversion?
Replies: 3
Views: 6870

Re: Budget Full-Auto Conversion?

Well it is certainly cheaper than a bump stock. They have increased slightly in price here lately. Back in the 90's I owned an M11 9mm SMG and it was fun to shoot, except I blew so many rounds into the air as the gun would raise incredibly. Full auto's waste so much ammo ( which is hard on the walle...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Sep 27, 2017 12:16 pm
Forum: Greetings
Topic: Greetings from a Nightstalker
Replies: 6
Views: 11180

Re: Greetings from a Nightstalker

Greetings Nightstalker, Hope you enjoy the site. I also am interested in the Modern Ninja. You mentioned publishing a book "Black Ninjutsu", is it offered on the net or can you elaborate. I have been working on a manual for some time and am interested in who published your work. I am not so much int...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue May 30, 2017 12:03 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: Psychlonic's Supplement Counter
Replies: 37
Views: 58353

Re: Psychlonic's Supplement Counter

In fact, I have no desire to share my gay porn collection . . . once the internet is censored, it will be priceless. However, my notes and collected data on poisons are what I was referring to. I figured that you may be interested in this info, with your study of supplements, chemicals and the like....
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed May 24, 2017 1:21 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: Psychlonic's Supplement Counter
Replies: 37
Views: 58353

Re: Psychlonic's Supplement Counter

I imagine when they do the autopsy of Pyschlonic, they will be wearing full NBC Biohazard suits and probably have to close down the hospital for a quarter mile in all directions. Either that or he will mutate into some super being and live forever - stalking the night. Hey Psychlonic, when are you g...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed May 24, 2017 1:12 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: how do you conceal your eyes ? (+Ski Mask)
Replies: 11
Views: 20345

Re: how do you conceal your eyes ? (+Ski Mask)

You can also use netting or a black / camo veil. You can still see through it but it helps to hide the exposed skin areas or the shine of your eyes. It should only be used when near searchers or when you may be spotted as it will slightly hinder your vision. You can sew it to the eye slit area of a ...
by NINJAHAMMER
Sun Mar 26, 2017 5:25 am
Forum: The Art of Night Ops
Topic: Knocking out electrical power
Replies: 1
Views: 6494

Knocking out electrical power

Thought I would brain storm and pick your brains for ideas on knocking out a home or business electrical power. Just a quick disclaimer here . . . I'm not an electrician , haven't tried these ideas and electricity can shock, burn or kill you. That being said, I'm interested in methods, tools and tac...
by NINJAHAMMER
Sun Mar 26, 2017 4:24 am
Forum: Greetings
Topic: Been Awhile
Replies: 3
Views: 8259

Re: Been Awhile

Welcome Tarkus,
Looking forward to seeing what you have to share.
by NINJAHAMMER
Sat Jan 28, 2017 11:53 pm
Forum: The Art of Night Ops
Topic: The FLIR Threat
Replies: 26
Views: 33289

Re: The FLIR Threat

FLIR picks up heat signatures and a vehicle that has recently been driven will have considerable heat at the engine and the tires ( due to the brakes). The concept is to blend in with the background heat signatures so that the operator of the FLIR overlooks your heat signature for that of the backgr...
by NINJAHAMMER
Mon Jan 23, 2017 2:57 am
Forum: The Art of Night Ops
Topic: The FLIR Threat
Replies: 26
Views: 33289

Re: The FLIR Threat

I was out at a flea market the other day and saw the plastic workout jogging suits real cheap and started to wonder if they would work against FLIR. The suits are used to retain body heat and increase weight loss due to sweating more. The suits are not mylar but I wonder how plastic would work. I kn...
by NINJAHAMMER
Thu Dec 29, 2016 2:27 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: The use of fire alarms in a sticky situation.
Replies: 7
Views: 15410

Re: The use of fire alarms in a sticky situation.

Many sprinklers are set off by high temperature - the flames of a fire melt a bulb and this allows the water to escape from the pipe at that location. Smoke detectors monitor the air and use ionization or photoelectric principles to detect smoke or fog. I imagine that there are also fire alarm senso...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue Dec 27, 2016 1:19 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: The use of fire alarms in a sticky situation.
Replies: 7
Views: 15410

Re: The use of fire alarms in a sticky situation.

This is an old post but I think this is absolutely brilliant InShadowLies. I remember in high school during gym class I was waiting in a hallway with an aluminum bat to go outside and play baseball. I saw the big red alarm bell in the hallway and playfully banged it a few times to cause it to ring. ...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Dec 21, 2016 1:29 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Resource - NinjaChemist
Replies: 2
Views: 6939

Re: Resource - NinjaChemist

I imagine that the flashbang would be more impressive if he filmed it at night time; I remember shooting a Dragon's Breath 12 gauge shotgun round during the daytime and I was disappointed. I am about to order some CO2 flashbangs, they have about 130 decibels and are non-lethal - the plastic canister...
by NINJAHAMMER
Sun Dec 11, 2016 3:25 am
Forum: Greetings
Topic: new fag
Replies: 15
Views: 18972

Re: new fag

Welcome To NO, Zyklonben, I'm pretty new to Night Ops myself but have learned some new things in the guides and in the posts, and I've spent years learning Night Ops topics. Share some stories, post some gear, and let everyone know the tidbits that may well keep them hidden in the shadows and free f...
by NINJAHAMMER
Sun Dec 04, 2016 3:53 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: trashcan disguise
Replies: 13
Views: 31302

Re: trashcan disguise

The buttery ass Houdini Hideout, LOL , . . . dammit, I've been carrying around a 55 gallon drum on missions for all these years and all I needed was a trash bag. I will admit that this is much more practical and you can use it as a rain coat too. The only thing I would change is I would cut open bot...
by NINJAHAMMER
Sun Dec 04, 2016 2:41 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Red??
Replies: 8
Views: 13206

Re: Red??

This may be leaning toward the spy / modern ninja field ( but that's what I study ) but for an urban operation, maroon or dark red can be perfect. The main reason is that after the operation and when walking along the streets past people or police, they won't notice that you are covered in your enem...
by NINJAHAMMER
Sun Dec 04, 2016 2:14 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: trashcan disguise
Replies: 13
Views: 31302

Re: trashcan disguise

I've considered the trash can disguise as an urban hide in the past but there are certain realities that have to be considered. The can needs to be very large to accept an average size adult and there would be difficulty in climbing inside; therefore, one idea would be to cut a large panel out of th...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue Nov 29, 2016 11:26 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: TRY OUT KEYS
Replies: 4
Views: 9274

Re: TRY OUT KEYS

Thanks for the info: Back when I opened this lock with the try out keys, I wasn't aware of padlock shims. Also, I only became aware of opening a padlock with a knife tool after your above post which is kinda cool as I try to stay up on infiltration methods. I mean, I've heard of hitting padlocks wit...
by NINJAHAMMER
Tue Nov 29, 2016 1:29 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: TRY OUT KEYS
Replies: 4
Views: 9274

TRY OUT KEYS

Wondering if anyone has used "try out keys" for ops or any tips they may provide. Try out keys are sets of keys that are used to try to open a lock. Back in my Liberating days, I had a padlock that I just couldn't seem to pick - I only rake locks and this little Masterlock padlock thwarted my effort...
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Nov 18, 2016 2:53 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: The Throwing Weapon Challenge
Replies: 14
Views: 21740

Re: The Throwing Weapon Challenge

I agree completely with Psychlonic on this one. Throwing weapons may be fun to "play" with in the backyard and look awesome at the circus but they should remain at home for any serious op. Not only do you need to judge distance (more difficult at night ) but also likely hit a moving target. Jason St...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Nov 16, 2016 11:54 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Army Surplus Stores
Replies: 3
Views: 8572

Re: Army Surplus Stores

You may pay a little more for your gear than what you can find online through Amazon, but you'll save on shipping. Use cash and it leaves very little trace unless the cashier sees your face on the 6 o'clock news and remembers you bought the "ninja mask , machete, BDU rape kit" that they offer. Buy t...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Nov 16, 2016 11:46 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Tranquilizers
Replies: 11
Views: 16617

Re: Tranquilizers

While I've never used sedatives or tranquilizers to down a dog, I have researched chemicals / poisons quite a bit. Most tranquilizers made for animals are shot from an air-gun type weapon and the dart has a tube that contains quite a bit of the knock out agent. As I recall, Scott French's book Big B...
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Nov 11, 2016 3:01 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Under The Door Tool
Replies: 7
Views: 12586

Re: Under The Door Tool

Interesting , my cheap L shaped tool made from pallet strapping , made by an MIT dude. Well I can attest to the fact that they do work. I have never used an under the door tool but had contemplated it before seeing that they were being sold. I did use an L shaped tool to open push bar doors. Works v...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Nov 09, 2016 4:50 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: An idea for how to blind cameras with out doing damage
Replies: 12
Views: 19142

Re: An idea for how to blind cameras with out doing damage

I've thought about this in the past and my brainstorming came up a few thoughts. It depends on if the camera is indoors (say an office or warehouse) or if it is outside. For indoors, I thought a camera may be "blocked" (not blinded) by balloons if the ceiling is low and the camera at the ceiling. Co...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Nov 09, 2016 4:18 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: For people who deal with dogs
Replies: 17
Views: 23654

Re: For people who deal with dogs

Lion piss? Where the fuck is anybody supposed to get that? I don't live near a circus. Somewhere in my decades of notes and research, I recall something about Lion piss , could have been a gov't agency or what not. Here's what I just found at the website predatorpeestore.com (yeah, a real website) ...
by NINJAHAMMER
Mon Nov 07, 2016 2:48 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Improvised Gear
Replies: 5
Views: 10489

Re: Improvised Gear

Priestpower above mentioned the use of perfume as a tear gas spray. Another option is to use wasp spray which will also blind someone for a while and has greater range and is even legal to carry in your car in the stupid states that forbid the civilians from having pepperspray.
by NINJAHAMMER
Mon Nov 07, 2016 2:44 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Improvised Gear
Replies: 5
Views: 10489

Re: Improvised Gear

Psychlonic mentioned plastic cards for "loiding" or carding. Back in my liberating days, I encountered a door that had a wide gap but had one of those annoying metal plates that keep you from "carding the door latch to open it. So to bypass this, I cut a piece of cardboard into the shape of an "L" ,...
by NINJAHAMMER
Mon Nov 07, 2016 2:19 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: For people who deal with dogs
Replies: 17
Views: 23654

Re: For people who deal with dogs

I bought an ultrasonic dog repeller years ago and tried it on a friend's labrador, it would make him leave the room. I have never used one on a charging foaming at the mouth canine intent on chewing my balls into mush and honestly I don't trust these enough to try. The ultrasonic frequency is such t...
by NINJAHAMMER
Sun Nov 06, 2016 4:49 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: Taser Brass Knuckles
Replies: 4
Views: 8971

Re: Taser Brass Knuckles

I tried to check out the taser brass knuckles link but it failed , so I included a new pic. I feel Urgon is correct , I've played with the stun guns a little ( nothing kinky with sexy dominatrix women, though that may be interesting . . . anyway) and they don't knock you unconscious and the initial ...
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Nov 04, 2016 11:45 pm
Forum: Gear
Topic: Grappling hook advice?
Replies: 7
Views: 11443

Re: Grappling hook advice?

Another word of caution about grappling hooks; electric power lines and grappling hooks don't mix. If opping in an urban environment , you need to be aware of where the power lines are. A grappling hook thrown onto a roof can slide down to the power cord that runs from the telephone pole to the home...
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Nov 04, 2016 1:52 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: The Uses of Paracord - Safety and Really Awesome Uses
Replies: 20
Views: 28956

Re: The Uses of Paracord - Safety and Really Awesome Uses

While I have never used paracord for rappelling and would only do so in an emergency, one benefit of using rappel rope is that it would be easier to climb up the rope if needed. Paracord is much thinner and it would be very difficult to climb up it. I used to work for an ex-Navy Seal and we went rap...
by NINJAHAMMER
Fri Nov 04, 2016 12:58 am
Forum: Spurious Generalities
Topic: A "Tool" for capture without escape
Replies: 8
Views: 14943

Re: A "Tool" for capture without escape

The zip tie idea would need to be used before incarceration. I didn't find too many zip ties while I was on vacation on the inside. However, there's always a way to escape and to be honest, I would rather go down fighting than to end myself.
by NINJAHAMMER
Thu Nov 03, 2016 2:08 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Peeping through the key hole
Replies: 3
Views: 10643

Re: Peeping through the key hole

I bought one of these years ago and it works as advertised. It's a different model than the one shown in the pic but either way, they work and they are good for apartment doors , especially after the lock has been picked , so that you don't walk into a bad situation. Another option is a digital snak...
by NINJAHAMMER
Thu Nov 03, 2016 1:48 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: First lockpick kit
Replies: 5
Views: 9906

Re: First lockpick kit

I don't always pick locks . . . but when I do, I prefer - raking . I am almost ashamed to admit that I only use rakes to pick, as I lack the patience and feel for using the other picks. I would also recommend that one learn how to pick by feel but I have been able to pick 80% of the locks I have enc...
by NINJAHAMMER
Thu Nov 03, 2016 1:35 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Communication Methods
Replies: 8
Views: 16961

Re: Communication Methods

Not only are hand signals harder to see in the dark but they require movement; and as we all know, the first thing people notice is movement. I was also considering the use of lasers for communication at night time. Now of course, others nearby can see the lasers but lasers are silent and can be use...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Nov 02, 2016 2:29 am
Forum: Spurious Generalities
Topic: A "Tool" for capture without escape
Replies: 8
Views: 14943

Re: A "Tool" for capture without escape

I think the easiest "Tool" could be a large / long industrial zip tie. It has multiple uses - can be used to flex cuff an enemy, zip tie a fence door or fencing that you need to appear as closed or uncut, works as a tourniquet if needed, etc You can buy one at any parts supply type store, unlike cya...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Nov 02, 2016 2:09 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Communication Methods
Replies: 8
Views: 16961

Re: Communication Methods

OPSEC and COMMSEC - operational security and communications security are important when night opping with a team. If using electronic communications like radios, I advise code phrases that tell the team to escape to a pre-determined meeting area, or tell the team that Police / Security are in the ar...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Nov 02, 2016 1:48 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Recommended camo
Replies: 9
Views: 14176

Re: Recommended camo

You have to be able to blend with the environment and be able to adapt. If operating in a mostly rural environment, I like the digital marine camo as it blends well in Pa where I live. At night, it continues to blend in well in brush and woods. Some people think they need to switch to black at night...
by NINJAHAMMER
Wed Nov 02, 2016 1:31 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Masks?
Replies: 10
Views: 16653

Re: Masks?

I have worn the standard ninja mask but am unhappy with it's limitations. One of the best features of two bandannas is that there is no loss of peripheral vision. Most balaclavas interfere with peripheral vision because the eye slit is too small. If you use a ninja balaclava mask I recommend widenin...
by NINJAHAMMER
Sat Oct 29, 2016 4:01 am
Forum: Gear
Topic: Grappling hook advice?
Replies: 7
Views: 11443

Re: Grappling hook advice?

Ah, the grappling hook, the climbing tool that any self respecting ninja must have. Back in the 80's in high school, a close friend of mine built a grappling hook in machine shop for his project. So off we go, me in my black gi and lack of fear, off to the local flooded abandoned quarry that had an ...