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Sep 11, 2013 04:23:50   #
BHC Loc: Strawberry Valley, JF, USA
 
zneb240 wrote:
Hey Mogul.... good story. I can only imagine what he plans if someone steals his stuff.... appreciate an update if it happens! :-D

Warren

Will do. Knowing this guy, I would not be surprised if the case includes a battery, large capacitor or spark coil and fine wires to the handle. Anything is possible.

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Sep 11, 2013 04:48:23   #
zneb240 Loc: New South Wales - Australia
 
Sorry ScottK....don't wish to hi-jack your thread but I'm aware one can get an app where-by you can set your mobile phone down and if someone disturbs it by picking it up, it goes BALLISTIC!!!! Alarm siren, flashing screen, the lot. Wish my camera could do that.

(thinks) Hey that gives me an idea!

Warren

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Sep 11, 2013 05:31:20   #
Shutterbug1130 Loc: Southeast Missouri
 
I found this on google. Insurance might be another good option.
Coverage for your Camera Anywhere! Anytime! Worldwide!

Worth Ave. Group Camera insurance policies provide replacement cost coverage and protects the device worldwide.
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Our Camera insurance can be purchased on 1, 2 or 3 year plan. To accommodate every budget we offer low premiums and a low $25 deductible. The deductible amount is simply the amount of loss you agree to absorb in the event you file a claim on your Camera. The cost of your insurance policy depends on the amount of coverage you purchase.

Worth Ave. Group Camera Insurance policies provide replacement cost coverage for a full calendar year, paid with an annual premium. Each policy covers the Camera for Accidental Damage such as drops and spills as well as Theft, Fire, Flood, Natural Disasters and Lightning Strikes.

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Sep 11, 2013 09:31:25   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
ScottK wrote:
Loosing your gear is like getting raped.

Well, given the choice...

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Sep 11, 2013 09:32:52   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
ScottK wrote:
Not sure this is the best place to put this, but it didn't fit neatly anywhere else.

About a week ago, a kit was stolen from I think a wedding. I think we all worry about a loss or broken kit.

At the time, I knew about this site, but couldn't fine it. I came across it tonight fyi.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003NVMHM2/ref=dra_a_cs_mr_hn_it_P100_100?tag=dradis-20

So check this out, it may put your mind to ease if your system is at risk. I can't vouch for it, but it looks good to me.
Not sure this is the best place to put this, but i... (show quote)

What you need are real stickers from a real security company. A thief could see these on Amazon and know that they are fake when he sees them on property.

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Sep 11, 2013 09:34:11   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
Shutterbug1130 wrote:
I found this on google. Insurance might be another good option.
Coverage for your Camera Anywhere! Anytime! Worldwide!

Worth Ave. Group Camera insurance policies provide replacement cost coverage and protects the device worldwide.
Our Camera policies will cover any of the following: Point and Shoot Cameras, DSLR Cameras and SLR Cameras. For Camera insurance policy pricing, click on the above "quick quote" tab.

Our Camera insurance can be purchased on 1, 2 or 3 year plan. To accommodate every budget we offer low premiums and a low $25 deductible. The deductible amount is simply the amount of loss you agree to absorb in the event you file a claim on your Camera. The cost of your insurance policy depends on the amount of coverage you purchase.

Worth Ave. Group Camera Insurance policies provide replacement cost coverage for a full calendar year, paid with an annual premium. Each policy covers the Camera for Accidental Damage such as drops and spills as well as Theft, Fire, Flood, Natural Disasters and Lightning Strikes.

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I found this on google. Insurance might be another... (show quote)

That sounds good, but are they legitimate, and will they pay when you file a claim?

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Sep 11, 2013 10:29:34   #
Mudshark Loc: Illinois
 
The least expensive and best security device is...your brain...
The second best is your Doberman's brain....

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Sep 11, 2013 10:33:25   #
Ka2azman Loc: Tucson, Az
 
These sticker would be ok for the amateur, as the saying goes "Locks are for honest people". This is in reference to, if something helps you even .01%, you are that much more ahead. Paranoia, maybe, but how do you count un-happened events, and how many times has that sticker stopped some amateur from taking gear that didn't belong to them. How many pro's hang around just to steal camera goods? Another un-countable event.

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Sep 11, 2013 12:13:22   #
Harvey Loc: Pioneer, CA
 
I like that small motion detector - gotta have one!!!

Frapha wrote:
http://petapixel.com/2013/06/25/how-to-protect-yourself-against-camera-gear-theft-as-a-photographer/

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Sep 11, 2013 12:17:13   #
Harvey Loc: Pioneer, CA
 
I had a neighbor give me stickers from a legit big name security company when i moved into a new freshly built home - 13 yrs there and neither of us had a problem like some of our neighbors did.

jerryc41 wrote:
What you need are real stickers from a real security company. A thief could see these on Amazon and know that they are fake when he sees them on property.

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Sep 11, 2013 12:33:16   #
heyrob Loc: Western Washington
 
Harvey wrote:
I had a neighbor give me stickers from a legit big name security company when i moved into a new freshly built home - 13 yrs there and neither of us had a problem like some of our neighbors did.


I had a security system installed in my home just over a year ago, my girlfriend quickly wanted any extra stickers and a yard sign too. I guess those are cheaper than the monthly service charges, and thieves would rather not mess with the chance of getting busted. :-)

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Sep 11, 2013 13:14:56   #
Harvey Loc: Pioneer, CA
 
I did a search for the type of luggage motion detector anti theft device shown in this article - Tool Guard at $89 and found some without the remote for $18.
As the only time I set my camera bag down where I am not wearing it is in the car. Setting this alarm as well as covering my bag with a towel of car blanket would meet my needs, but who knows when another time would pop up when I would be good to have it.
I'm ordering the $18 one right now.

Doberman SE 0304OR Bag Protector Alert



Frapha wrote:
http://petapixel.com/2013/06/25/how-to-protect-yourself-against-camera-gear-theft-as-a-photographer/

:thumbup: :thumbup:

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Sep 11, 2013 14:19:08   #
heyrob Loc: Western Washington
 
Harvey wrote:
I did a search for the type of luggage motion detector anti theft device shown in this article - Tool Guard at $89 and found some without the remote for $18.
As the only time I set my camera bag down where I am not wearing it is in the car. Setting this alarm as well as covering my bag with a towel of car blanket would meet my needs, but who knows when another time would pop up when I would be good to have it.
I'm ordering the $18 one right now.

Doberman SE 0304OR Bag Protector Alert

Looks like the same idea as the Targus DEFCON 1, that I have for my laptop. Tap it once and it beeps a warning, move it again or for more than a second and it has an ear piercing siren. It also has about an 18" steel cable attachment loop that both retracts into the case, but allows it to attach to the protected item, but can be wrapped around a table or bench leg to prevent a snatch and grab. The only drawback is that it's a bit spendy, I got a couple at the company surplus store some years back, still in the packages for next to nothing.



:thumbup: :thumbup:
I did a search for the type of luggage motion dete... (show quote)

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Sep 11, 2013 23:39:31   #
jkm757 Loc: San Diego, Ca.
 
Mudshark wrote:
The least expensive and best security device is...your brain...
The second best is your Doberman's brain....


I would have thought your second best is your Doberman's bite.

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Sep 12, 2013 09:38:16   #
Mudshark Loc: Illinois
 
jkm757 wrote:
I would have thought your second best is your Doberman's bite.


It's my Doby "Blitz" (see avatar) brain that makes the decision between backing you into a corner politely or ripping your throat out.......

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