Bodyguards, Secret Service, Weapons, Travel Security and Dangerous Places

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* Travel Security

 

* Most Dangerous Places on Earth

 

* MONACO BODYGUARDS™

 

* SECRET SERVICE

 

* WEAPONS

 

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I shot a full auto uzi with a suppressor on it for the first time about 2 months ago, and it was awesome! So much better than the mac type competition that it has, and the sound with the suppressor was the best part of all! U-6, as a bodyguard, do you get past all the Class 3 laws, or are you stuck in Pre-Ban world with the rest of us until they finish lifting the law in D.C.?

....monaco bodyguards seems to not be in the US?

My friend just picked one up. We are going to shoot it this week sometime.

I shot a full auto uzi with a suppressor on it for the first time about 2 months ago, and it was awesome! So much better than the mac type competition that it has, and the sound with the suppressor was the best part of all! U-6, as a bodyguard, do you get past all the Class 3 laws, or are you stuck in Pre-Ban world with the rest of us until they finish lifting the law in D.C.?

 

The ban is over

The ban is not over officially, and at this point, would be limited to the D.C. metro area, however I have my fingers crossed that the paperwork will hit soon enough!

The 1994 assault weapon ban is over. It has nothng to do with machine guns. The 1994 ban just prevented you from buying new 30 round magazines, have folding stocks, flash suppressors, etc.

 

The NFA of 1934 still bans all civilians in the U.S. from owning machine guns and suppressors without Treasury Dept. permission.

 

 

 

Anyone living in D.C. is totally SOL when it has anything to do with bans and guns. I would be suprised if you were allowed to own a slingshot there without facing prison time.

The 1994 assault weapon ban is over. It has nothng to do with machine guns. The 1994 ban just prevented you from buying new 30 round magazines, have folding stocks, flash suppressors, etc.

 

The NFA of 1934 still bans all civilians in the U.S. from owning machine guns and suppressors without Treasury Dept. permission.

Anyone living in D.C. is totally SOL when it has anything to do with bans and guns. I would be suprised if you were allowed to own a slingshot there without facing prison time.

 

CORRECT.

 

Uzi is fun but I prefer the MP5.

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CORRECT.

 

Uzi is fun but I prefer the MP5.

 

why do you prefer the MP5 ? Of course it all comes down to what you need it for ?

 

 

More info on the Uzi

 

 

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Uzi Submachine Gun (9mm Para)

 

By Kim du Toit

November 4

 

 

 

What’s the most popular submachine gun in the world today? If you said anything other than “Uzi”, you’d be wrong—and I didn’t know that, myself until I stumbled across this fact (while, as usual, looking for something totally different). The Israelis certainly came up with a winner here.

 

My personal memories of the Uzi are bad because I only ever shot the clapped-out ones issued to the the S. African Army, which fired if you so much as looked at them (I exaggerate, but only marginally).

 

A couple of features about the Uzi set it apart from its competitors (or at least, did so when it was introduced). It has a grip safety (which I understand was added after initial field trials showed the thing’s instability), and it has a "wrap-around" bolt which enables the gun to be smaller than average.

 

Actually, the Uzi is a great little squirt-gun—highly concealable, relatively controllable as it pops out the 9mm Europellet at 600 rpm, especially if it’s fitted with the longer barrel.

 

Over 90 countries in the world have used the Uzi, either in their police forces, military or both. Interestingly, Israel itself hardly uses it anymore, at least the IDF doesn’t.

 

Most recently, the Uzi has been re-released in Mini and Micro versions, with a concomitant increase in rate of fire for each (950 and 1250 rpm, respectively). The Micro is a great favorite of personal bodyguards, and given its diminutive size, it’s easy to see why—it’s basically a full-auto handgun:

 

As my old Company Sergeant once said of it: "It’s the best thing to come out of Israel since Jesus." Lots of people, it seems, would agree with him.

Good enough to protect Reagan, good enough for me.

 

 

 

why do you prefer the MP5 ? Of course it all comes down to what you need it for ?

 

The Uzi I shot was .45 I believe. It was a range rental gun. I didn't like the sights and didn't feel it was that accurate, if that word applies to SMG's. The MP5 I shot had a suppressor and felt much more controlable and accurate in auto mode, with and without the supressor. It also has a much nicer fit and finish.

 

Just my opinions, since I have shot both. Both are extremely fun and serve their intended purpose very well obviously. If I was gonna lay down the cash to aquire one legally in the U.S. I'd save the extra pennies and get the MP5 anyday.

on a tradiotional uzi, at least the one I used 10 year ago, the trigger was basically like thick wire, very uncomfortable...the MP5 seems to be a much higher quality gun, though also substantially more expensive...

The Uzi is the world's best battlefield smg. The reason for this, is that it fires from an open bolt, the bolt is located over the barrel (this gives the Uzi, the compact size), and the magazine is placed inside of the pistol grip (at night it is very easy to find your other hand). With an open bolt, you will not have a cook-off. Quite a bit of the Uzi concept, comes from the old Czech CZ-25/26 smg. With the Uzi, there is very little that is lacking, in a battlefield smg. The thing is very stable on full auto. You can use it, to hose down a target inside of 50 meters.

 

 

The MP-5 is the world's best agency smg. The reason for this, is that the MP-5 fires from a closed bolt. You can have a cook-off with the MP-5. However most agencies, are not going to be firing the MP-5 all day long. The MP-5 is more accurate than the Uzi, due to the closed bolt. For an agency, it is more important to have accuracy.

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We don't recommend Uzi that much anymore, we consider both this and the MP5 outdated.

 

Here is our current choice:

 

 

For close protection

 

Heckler & Koch, "USP Compact", 9mm with 13 shots in the magazine. Ammunition "Action 3" from German Dynamit A.G.

 

 

High-risk assignments

 

Heckler & Koch "MP7", 4,6 x 30mm with 20/40 shots in the magazine. Ammunition...... CLASSIFIED

 

 

 

OBS: Don't get me wrong. I like the Uzi and I consider it to be something in between USP Compact and the MP7. Accuracy is not that important in close protection but it comes in handy with it's firepower compared to the USP Compact.

 

 

We don't recommend Uzi that much anymore, we consider both this and the MP5 outdated.

 

Here is our current choice:

For close protection

 

Heckler & Koch, "USP Compact", 9mm with 13 shots in the magazine. Ammunition "Action 3" from German Dynamit A.G.

High-risk assignments

 

Heckler & Koch "MP7", 4,6 x 30mm with 20/40 shots in the magazine. Ammunition...... CLASSIFIED

OBS: Don't get me wrong. I like the Uzi and I consider it to be something in between USP Compact and the MP7. Accuracy is not that important in close protection but it comes in handy with it's firepower compared to the USP Compact.

 

 

Whats "Ammunition "Action 3" from German Dynamit A.G." ?

 

I googled it and found nothing. Is this something you have loaded specifically for you?

 

 

cool thread. as a civilian collector i like both the Uzi, and the MP5. my 2 Uzis are closed bolt Model B 's. i have a YHM Cobra i use on them , my Glock and Taurus 9mm in a controlled environment. the full auto, short barreled Model A and mini Uzi is very fun to shoot. i have had the pleasure to know a SOT Class 3 Firearms dealer that has allowed to to shoot various versions of the Uzi and MP5.

 

you secret agent guys stay safe, i doubt i would make it in that line of work!

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Whats "Ammunition "Action 3" from German Dynamit A.G." ?

 

I googled it and found nothing. Is this something you have loaded specifically for you?

 

To jtrump:

 

This is "government ammunition". I will try to post some more info later.

 

 

To THECARREAPER:

 

Nice collection !!. Stay safe don't get caught in the line of fire.... you are almost secret agent yourself with this arsenal.

can anyone find me a UMP45?

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UPDATED 16.11.09 in post # 33

 

 

 

MONACO BODYGUARDS™ presents:

 

PERSONAL SAFETY TIPS FOR TRAVELLERS thread™

 

 

 

 

By Celebrity VIP Protection Specialist Colonel U.D, MONACO BODYGUARDS™ - Global Operations.

 

As travellers seek to beat the Winter blues with travel near and far, personal safety/security experts warn that they may be headed into dangerous territory if they do not remain alert and cautious.

 

Cononel U.D, a security specialist with government background and CEO of MONACO BODYGUARDS™ - a global security contractor, has developed a list of PERSONAL SAFETY TIPS FOR TRAVELLERS™ that will help them to keep their guards up and minimize risks.

 

 

 

1. CLICK AND POINT. Before traveling abroad, search for potential dangers for each country with the US State Department. Their official Web sites state applicable warnings. All local embassies will provide you with information about the security of the country you will visit. Before you travel write down useful information before you go like the local embassy phone number and address, local hospital and emergency numbers.

 

 

2. LUGGAGE. Mark your suitcases so that it is easier to find them among the others and remember to put a note with your, name, phone and e-mail adress inside. That makes it a lot easier to identify and there are a bigger chance to get it back.

 

 

3. PASSPORT AND CREDITCARDS. Make a copy of your passports main sides and your creditcards and bring it in your handluggage. Do also send a copy to your eamail adress, then you will always have a copy available if something should happen.

 

 

4. TICKETS. Even if you travel "ticketless", don't listen to them. Print out all and bring it with you in case a problem should occur. This will proove that you have bought and paid the ticket.

 

 

5. IN THE PLANE. For the best chance of getting out alive from a burning aircraft, people should choose an aisle seat near the front within five rows of an emergency exit.

 

 

6. LISTEN TO YOUR INSTINCTS. If it feels wrong or dangerous, it probably is. Be aware of what happens around you use COMMEN SENCE.

 

 

7. TRY TO BLEND IN. Try dressing like the locals. Familiarize yourself with local customs and even body languages, example: in some countries they will find it very offensive if you talk to them while you wear sunglasses.

 

 

8. LEAVE THE “BLING BLING” AT HOME. Travel with little more than what you are going to wear. Don’t bring expensive watches and jewelry you may now need, don’t display large amounts of cash anywhere in public.

 

 

9. KNOW WHERE YOU’RE SLEEPING. Use recommended lodgings or familiar chains. Search the neighborhood to make sure it is safe. If traveling abroad, check with the American consulate for advice. And book through your local hotel chain.

 

 

10. KEEP THE ROOM SERVICE UNDER CONTROL. Put the “Do Not Disturb” sign on the door for the duration of your stay. For additional precaution, leave your TV on whenever you leave the room. If you require fresh towels or toiletries, order up to the room while you are there. Keep in mind that most housecleaning happens until approximately 3 PM. IF you want your room cleaned, remove ALL items of value. DO NOT tempt the house cleaning.

 

 

11. BUY A WIRELESS TRAVEL ALARM. Many people get robbed when they sleep in their hotel, and another good advice is to block the door with a chair on the inside.

 

 

12. DAY & NIGHT. Familiarize yourself with the area you’re staying during daylight hours and never venture off alone at night if you don’t have to. If you do go out and will not be back until after dark, bring numbers for local cab companies with you, if possible find one good cab driver and get his number and try to only use him, tip well and you may find cab drivers very friendly and helpful with local information and try to travel in groups of 2 or more to and from hotel, restaurant ect.

 

 

13. VARY YOUR DAILY ROUTE so that potential attackers can’t predict when you’ll be in particular places and if possible traveling in a group.

 

 

14. MEMORIZING important local phrases.

 

 

15. NEVER LEAVE KIDS UNATTENDED. Always keep your kids in sight when traveling but also be aware that in many countries the local customs are a lot more lax when it comes to strangers socializing with your kids.

 

 

16. BRING AN OLD WALLET with you put some old credit cards in it and some cash money, if ever held up hand it over and keep your real wallet safe, use hotel safes with larger hotels or even rent a bank box for a longer stay. Always keep your passport, (keep a photocopy of it with you) tickets, VISA and traveler’s checks safe.

 

 

17. CASH IS KING. Bring cash with you, both larger notes but also a lot of smaller notes in the local countrys currency. More and more people get cheated when using their cards. And remember that paying a 10-20 EURO taxi trip with a 100 EURO note could turn out to be problematic.

 

 

18. DON'T ACCEPT FOOD OR DRINKS FROM STRANGERS. Anywhere! If accepting drinks insist you order directly from the bartender or waiter. And avoiding alcohol intake, which, no surprise, tends to make people more vulnerable to attack.

 

 

19. LEARN BASIC FIRST AIDS. The red cross hold courses, and always bring a basic first aide kit both when traveling and in your car and at home.

 

 

20. HIRE A GUIDE, DRIVER OR BODYGUARD*. If you are traveling abroad, or even in an unfamiliar city, hire someone who knows there way around. If you look lost, you’re an easy target. If you insist on driving yourself and you get lost, ask directions at a store or another place of business – not a stranger on the street. Always carry cash with you because in some countries, it is expected that you “tip” authorities should you be stopped, or encounter problems with local authorities. Remember: You are less likely to be stopped if you have a native driver you can trust, get referrals.

 

 

* During the 70’s and early 80’s our services were mainly in demand by Heads of State and members of the government, but since the late 90’s we have seen an increasing number of private people seeking our expertise. From pop stars to business directors, decision makers and wealthy entrepreneurs. From tourists, insecure in a foreign country, to husbands and fathers seeking protection for their wives and children on shopping trips. Differing types of requirements, but all valid. Security is part of realistic planning strategies for any individual, government department or company in modern society. A bodyguards offers the almost perfect answer to potential crime such as hijacking, robberies and random street violence.

 

 

If you have any kind of questions regarding travel security, feel free to ask here.

 

 

 

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Good info, thanks for posting!

 

I especially like the one about carrying a decoy-wallet, and the one about leaving your hotel TV on if youre going to leave the room for extended periods of time.

I will definately use this on a trip to Cuba I am planning this year. Does Cuba have a US embassy?

Nice tips, thanks.

 

One more that I have never yet needed but that I think is good.

Take pics of your passport, travel insurance card & other essentials and send them to some e-mail you can access via internet (ex. Gmail).

 

Happy traveling!

Does Cuba have a US embassy?

 

Yeah, its in Castro's office.

Good tips, thanks for sharing.

 

6. NEVER GET THE ROOM CLEANED. Put the “Do Not Disturb” sign on the door for the duration of your stay. For additional precaution, leave your TV on whenever you leave the room. If you require fresh towels or toiletries, order up to the room while you are there. Keep in mind that most housecleaning happens until approximately 3 PM.

 

Usually this happens anyways since I don't wake up until mid-afternoon