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A/n: I own the plot, all known characters belongs to Stephenie Meyer. Thanks to everyone that's reading, favorite and following this story and thanks to my awesome pre reader JoyfulyetHesitantPen.
Today the first couple of nomads were due to arrive. Alistair, Riley, Stefan and Vladimir were the first ones that Vic was able to get in contact with, she explained to them that she needed help with a problem that had arisen and they like Jasper, Peter, Em and Rose agreed to come without too much details being told to them. Because Charlie knew all of the details of what was going on, we didn't have to keep this meeting with the nomads secret from him. We knew that we wouldn't have enough places for all the vampires to sit, so we were holding the meeting at the Cullen house. Charlie was here as well as Jacob, Sam and Billy so that they can take back all of what happened in today's meeting to the other elders.
I was glad that the shapeshifters and vampires were getting along so well; nobody liked the smell of the other but they were dealing with it. We had the flat screen on and Em, Jake and Peter were playing a racing game, Rose and Vic were sitting off to the side talking about Vic going to college; it was something that she had wanted to do for awhile. Garrett and I were curled up on the couch reading and Sam, Billy and Charlie were playing poker in the dining room. We didn't know when Alistair, Riley, Stefan and Vladimir were coming, only that it was some time today.
The humans had just finished lunch, when Vic said that we had visitors. She, Garrett, Em, Jasper and Peter went outside to see who had arrived. I would have gone to the window to see who had arrived but Rose was holding me back. I couldn't make out what was being said but after a few minutes, the door opened and in everyone walked. Vic was through the door first then Em and Garrett; who immediately came to me and wrapped his arms around me. After Garrett came Jasper; looking every inch of the Major from his stories that he told me, two male vampires that I didn't know; one had blond hair, red eyes and the other had black hair and red eyes and finally Peter.
Em went over to Rose and stood in front of her, Jasper and Peter stood on either side of the new vampires. The new vampires, were taking in their new surroundings with curious eyes, I knew that they knew I was human, that Charlie was human and that there were shapeshifters present but they had yet to comment on that fact. I looked at my family and saw that they were tense; except for Vic, she was staring intently at the blond one and when I looked at him, I saw that he was staring at her as well.
"Garrett." I whispered.
"Yeah babe?" he whispered back.
"What is going on with Vic and that blond vampire?" I asked turning so that I could see his face.
"I believe they are mates my love."
"Do they know?" I asked with a raised eyebrow.
"I think they feel the pull but are unsure about what to do."
"Well they need to get together of course. Like we did."
"Well my love, finding your mate is an awesome feeling that sometimes it takes awhile to get your bearings."
"Ah, I see." I replied while turning back to watch their interactions.
After a few minutes, Vic cleared her throat and said, "Alistair and Riley, I would like to thank you both for coming."
"It's not a problem. Now, what seems to be the matter?" the black haired vampire asked in a British accent.
"I think we need to all sit down so that we can fill you both in." Vic replied while gesturing towards the couches.
Everyone nodded their heads and we all took seats and then filled them in on why we needed their help. Once we were done, they said that they would definitely help to protect me. When I asked them why they were willing to help me, they said that they felt a connection towards me that they couldn't explain. I just nodded my head not understanding their answer in the least, they also said that it wasn't a romantic feeling they had for me, it was more like a sisterly bond. We talked after that, I got to know Riley and Alistair better; who were both great guys and had some awesome adventures. Riley had only been turned a couple of years ago and he was around the same age as me, Alistair was turned around 1320 when he was twenty years old. Alistair was in serious need of a shave, he kinda reminded me of a mountain man but I guess that's to be expected when you spend your life as a nomad and keep 'underground'.
I could tell that Vic and Riley wanted to be able to spend some time getting to know each other, so I asked Garrett to go for a walk with me, to which he agreed. Rose and Em said they wanted to go for a hunt, Em asked Jasper, Peter and Alistair if they wanted to go hunting as well and they agreed. Jake, Sam and Billy said they were going to La Push to check on things there as well as fill everyone in and Charlie said he was going to go and check in at the station. Vic promised to let us all know when Vladimir and Stefan arrived and then we all left the house.
Garrett and I went out the back door and just started to walk through the woods, I knew that now would be the best time to talk to Garrett about when he would want to change me, "My Rebel Soldier."
"Yes, my Little Lady?" he asked with a smile.
"Can I ask you something?"
"Always, my beloved." He said with all seriousness coloring his tone.
"I was wondering when you wanted to turn me that is if you want me forever." I said quietly.
"Of course I want you forever." he said, stopping. "I was hoping to let you finish your schooling but now with the rumors of Edward wanting to kidnap you, I want to make you one of us sooner, so that you are not vulnerable."
"I don't want to be vulnerable when he comes, I want to be strong, so that I can kick his ass."
"Well then, when would you like to be turned?"
"As soon as possible but I need to talk to Charlie about this as well."
"How about once Vladimir and Stefan make their appearance and we see if they are willing to help or not, we ask to have a talk with your father?"
"I think that is a very good idea, my soldier." I replied while standing on my tiptoes to place a kiss on his lips.
"Glad you approve, Little Lady." he said with a chuckle and then kissed me again.
We continued walking then, just waiting for my cell to ring letting us know that our other visitors had arrived.
Twenty minutes later, that call came in, so Garrett picked me up and ran back to the house so that we can greet our new guests. We entered the house, Garrett helped me off his back and then we greeted the new guests. I noticed that Vladimir and Stefan weren't the only new vampires; there was a dark skinned female vampire and a male vampire with red hair.
"Bells, Garrett, I would like you to meet Vlad and Stefan." Vic said while pointing to each of them, "And Mary and Randall."
"It's a pleasure to meet all of you." I said with a nod to everyone.
"Vhat is the problem Victoria?" the blond vampire asked. I had to stop myself from bursting out laughing because he sound exactly like the vampires from the movies.
"Well Vlad, it seems there is a vampire that Bella used to know, planning to kidnap her from her family and mate."
"How do you know this vampire Bella?" Mary asked.
"It's quite a long story, why don't we all sit down and I can tell you what happened."
The four new vampires nodded their heads, so we all took seats and I began my story again; secretly hoping that this would be the last time that I would need to tell it. Mary was outraged that a vampire would bring a human into their world and then leave the human to fend for themselves only to devise a plan to have that same human kidnap for his own nefarious deeds. She agreed right out, to stand and fight with us. Randall, Stefan and Vlad also agreed. I never wanted to make this out to be an army but it seemed that I had no choice in the matter if I wanted to stay alive; even though I would be a vampire by the time Edward arrived; hopefully, I had a fear that he would still kill me. Mary, Randall, Stefan and Vlad said that they also felt a connection to me, when they first met me and now they wouldn't be able to walk out that door, leaving me unprotected; not that I really would be unprotected of course.
Just then Charlie walked in, we introduced him to the four new vampires and when his eyes landed on Mary, I saw that they looked exactly like how Vic and Riley looked when they first met. Oh great, my dad is mated to a vampire. Now don't get me wrong, I think that's great. I've always said that he deserves to find happiness again and I didn't want to say goodbye to my daddy when I was turned and now thankfully I wouldn't have to.
I looked at all the other vampires and they seemed to register the fact that Mary and Charlie were mates as well.
"Dad, I think its time we headed home. Garrett and I need to talk with you and we would like to do it privately." I called out to him.
After a few minutes of silence from him, Charlie shook his head and said, "Yeah... ok... sure Bells."
"Mary, you're welcome to come as well."
"Oh, I wouldn't want to impose." she replied.
"You wouldn't be."
"Alright then."
We said goodbye to the others and then walked out to the cars. Charlie and Mary got into the cruiser and Garrett and I got into my truck, we followed Charlie and Mary.
"So beloved, how do you feel about your father being mated to a vampire?"
"Well my soldier, I think its a great idea. I didn't want to lose my father and I've always wanted him to be happy. Now I get both."
"So you don't think its a bad idea that you'll be spending an eternity with him?"
"Hey now, I'm not mated to my father, I matted to you." I said with a laugh.
Garrett laughed with me and said, "Fair point my beloved."
"To answer your question, no I won't reject getting to spend forever as my father's daughter. I think that its great."
He nodded his head and once we pulled up to the house, I saw Charlie getting out of the cruiser first and then running over to Mary's side and helping her out. They were laughing about something and it brought a smile to my face because I haven't seen Charlie that happy in a long time. Garrett and I got out and then followed the laughing mates into the house.
We all went to sit in the living room and Garrett said, "Charlie, I know that you are feeling things that you haven't felt in a long time and I want to explain what's happening."
"I already know. Mary filled me in as we were driving here. I don't fully understand everything that goes with being a mate, I just know that I won't be lonely anymore, that my soul called out to Mary's and her's responded and I plan on being a vampire soon."
"I'm so happy for you daddy that you found your other half, like I did." I said going over to Charlie so that I could hug him.
"So kid, do you mind the fact that your old man will become a vampire like you soon?"
"I don't mind it the least. I'm happy that I get to keep my daddy forever."
"I'm glad I get to keep you forever as well." he replied gruffly. I could tell that he was starting to get emotional, so I decided to change the subject.
"Speaking of becoming a vampire, that's what Garrett and I wanted to talk to you about."
"Ok, what's up?"
"Well, we had originally wanted to wait till I finished high school but now that Edward is after me, we think that it's best to do it sooner."
"I think that's a great idea. When are you planning on being turned? Maybe I'll do it the same time."
"We haven't set a date yet. You sure you want to be turned so soon?"
"Of course, now that I've met my forever I wanted to start spending my time with her. Without sickness and my age getting in the way. Plus I want to be able to kick Jackassward's ass for everything that he's done to you or planning on doing."
I just laughed because Charlie has been threatening to kill Edward ever since he left me in the forest. Now we just had to figure out when was the best time to undergo the change. I knew that we would have to let the pack know that both Charlie and I would be changing and we would have to do that before we made any final plans.
There was a week break coming up in school and Charlie said that he had some unused vacation time. So we decided that in two weeks we would undergo the change. Garrett and Mary said that normally it would be hard to control two newborns but seeing as how Jasper and Peter had experience with newborns, there shouldn't be any problems. We got in contact with the other vamps and told them our plans, they said that they would help to stage an accident but they would just keep the news locally so that Edward doesn't find out.
When I questioned that, they said that Edward should be stopped before he does this to another human and this way here, he won't know that when he turns up to kidnap me, I won't be a weak human, I would be a strong newborn. I hung up with them then and called Jake to see when we would be able to go and talk with them. He told me to come down anytime, so after sending a quick text to Vic letting her know that Charlie, Garrett, Mary and me were heading to La Push, we left in one car this time and drove down to La Push.
I was glad that we didn't have to worry about the treaty that the Cullens made; about no vampires crossing La Push territory, it made it easier when the vamps needed to cross over into their lands to get to a hunting spot instead of going the long way. Ten minutes later, we pulled in front of Jake's house, got out and went inside.
The other Elders were there waiting and we explained everything that has been decided. Billy and Harry were sad to know that Charlie wouldn't be remaining human anymore but they understood that the bonds of mates were stronger. Charlie lighten the mood in the house by saying that it wasn't as if he wouldn't come and visit them anymore and he told them that he would still go fishing with them. They were happier after that.
A/n: So I hope to those that celebrate it, had a great Christmas. I know that you all wanted me to post this sooner and I'm sorry that I didn't get it up till now but between making sure that I had everything for Christmas; dinner and gifts, as well as trying to get 'The 12 Days of Christmas' updated every day, didn't leave much room for this chapter to be completed till now. I shall tell you this now, the coming chapters will get very interesting but bear with me, this story will have a happy ending. I would like to thank, Karebears1981 and otherworlder81 (think that's the right people) for their suggestion of having Charlie be mated to a nomad. *waves* until next time my friends.


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Earlier, I met up with Karlo for a business meeting in Bonifacio High Street. I wasn't there when the explosion echoed, but from what my cousin tells me, it was blaring. They saw the body of the poor soul being moved out of the car. I had my camera yet I thought twice if I … Continue reading Pray for his soul

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CARLTON says Marc Murphy has already shown he will thrive as the long-term Blues captain despite a trying first year as the club's leader.
The Blues yesterday named Murphy as captain in an eight-man leadership group, with Kade Simpson and Andrew Carrazzo his vice captains.
Michael Jamison is the club's deputy vice-captain, with Bryce Gibbs returning to the group and Andrew Walker, Brock McLean and Lachie Henderson rounding out the group.
Murphy's knee and a broken cheekbone severely limited his output last year, with the star Blue also battling to overcome taggers.
But while he has promised to be more vocal, Carlton football manager Andrew McKay said he had already proved his worth.
It came as McKay warned Chris Judd was far from a spent force, optimistic this would not be his last season if his body held together.
"As far as leadership, it just grew and grew for him,'' said McKay of Murphy's first season in charge.
"The turning point for him was after the (Round 20) Western Bulldogs loss, Murph got the players together and really took charge. He continues to grow in that role.
"He has a really limited pre-season and it's just so hard to catch up these days, even for a senior player. You can play well once or twice, but it gets to you in the end.
"This year he has had a good pre-season and we are really looking forward to him playing well."
Jarrad Waite did not put himself up for the leadership group after being present last season, with the Blues cautiously optimistic about the injury-prone forward's pre-season.
Gibbs was famously chosen by Denis Pagan to be in the Blues leadership group in his first year, and is back after declining to nominate last year.
The Blues believe they have real leadership depth given former captain Judd and fellow veteran Heath Scotland also provide valuable guidance.
Judd was initially keen to delay his contract talks last year before signing a midyear deal for a one-season contract.
But McKay said 30-year-old star Judd was by no means playing in his final season of football.
"I wouldn't have thought so If he has a good year and the club is going well, it would be a brave decision not to go on. You wouldn't mean a more competitive person than Chris Judd. He under-states that a bit, but he is a very competitive guy with a lot of pride in his performance. He won't want to go out of the game playing at a lesser level than he expects, but if his body stays together, he will have a harder decision to make."
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Initially launched in China on January 17th this year, ZTE's Grand S3 recieved the iF DESIGN AWARD 2015 for its 'minimalist design philosophy.' It is currently on sale in China for 2999 RMB, which translates to roughly £300 at existing rates. Having sold over 5 million Grand series devices globally in the last two years, ZTE should hold high hopes for the S3 this year.
Apart from the unique bometric feature, the Grand S3 runs on an impressive 3100mAh battery and the MSM8974AC Quad Core processor. With an internal memory of 16GB and a 3GB RAM, the device runs on the Android 4.4 KitKat OS. The 5.5 inch Full HD display and LTE connectivity will make it rub its shoulders with the best smartphones launched at MWC this year. Other features include GPS, Glonass, Beidou, 64GB microSD slot, Dolby sounds and sensors like Accelerometer, proximity and light. The 8MP front camera could be termed as the best in industry though.
Having made its debut in mobile phones through the Grand S3, Eyeprint ID™ will feature in future ZTE's Grand series devices. It may also play a part as the security setup for mobile payments and other applications.
ZTE hasn't announced the release dates and exact prices of the Grand S3 in Europe and the United States yet, though we expect them to be announced soon, given they are already available in Chinese stores.


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Zippo, maker of the world-famous windproof lighter, celebrates its 85th anniversary in 2017. Over the years, the brand has amassed a legion of fans, given consumers new ways to enjoy Zippo, and cemented itself within popular culture.
Committed to quality and boundary pushing design since 1932, the company is proud to have produced over 550 million windproof lighters and 300,000 lighter designs. With presence in over 200 countries, the brand enjoys a truly global following.
In recent years, a strong diversification strategy and successful product launches have seen Zippo evolve into a true lifestyle brand. In addition to windproof lighters, Zippo Manufacturing Company has expanded into outdoor equipment, accessories, eyewear, apparel and fragrance.
One of the most recognized brands in the world, the Zippo windproof lighter has a unique and instantly recognizable design and signature 'Click' sound. The Zippo brand has established itself as a symbol of American style, seen in the hands of influential people from the worlds of fashion, art, music and film.
To celebrate the milestone and the company's illustrious history, Zippo has created two commemorative lighters; a high polish chrome finish lighter with a laser engrave/auto engrave imprint and a limited edition Armor® high polish chrome finish lighter featuring a 360-MultiCut engraving process with epoxy inlay and lustre buff.
Watch a behind the scenes video at the design process of this limited edition collectible.
LONDON, UK, 22nd February 2017 - Iconic American brand Zippo has launched a captivating video showcasing the genius of Canadian artist, Steven Spazuk. Known as the Fire Artist, Steven realised the fascinating 'fumage' technique, which casts aside traditional tools such as paintbrushes in favour of painting with fire. In the newly released video, Steven uses flame to create an original artwork and reveals how he expertly harnesses the power of fire.
The never-before-seen footage features Steven "attacking the paper" with the flame of a Zippo windproof lighter and other fire tools and then retouching his designs by etching patterns with natural bird feathers and blades. Filmed in his studio in Montreal, Steven divulges how his unique artistic approach originated and his inspiration.
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Steven Spazuk Flame Art Video
Meet the Fire Artist
Steven's art style, which originally came to him in a dream, is steeped in improvisation and spontaneity and is something he has worked on perfecting for the last 14 years. His long-held affinity for his own Zippo windproof lighter, dating back to his days as a college art student is identified as a source of artistic creativity and inspiration. Speaking of the campaign, Steven said:
"The flame is something that truly inspires my art; once I found my way of working with fire I knew it would become my voice and I should be committed to that craft. A Zippo lighter has always been a part of my toolbox, and I also love how it can be a piece of art in itself. To me, it's both a muse and a tool so Zippo is a stimulating brand to work alongside."
With its distinctive style and classic construction, the Zippo windproof lighter has served as a canvas for endless artistic creations. For 85 years Zippo has brought unmatched levels of artistic talent to the smallest of canvases – from the early years of etching and hand-painted details to today's cutting-edge 360-degree MultiCut engraving. With over 300,000 designs created since 1932, Zippo continues to push the boundaries of design. By partnering with Steven Spazuk, Zippo is proud to continue showcasing art in all its forms.
Alongside the video artwork, Steven has brought his unique artistic talent to a new limited edtion Zippo windproof lighter, featuring his art, which is available now to pre-order from the Zippo website
The innovative design positions the lighter as the "spark" of creativity from which Steven's art arises. Much like a genie bottle, Steven imagines figures being born from the flame of the Zippo lighter itself, producing intricate, swirling clouds of charcoal shading that metamorphose into a soaring swallow.
David Warfel, VP Global Marketing at Zippo said: "At Zippo, we pride ourselves on continuing to push the boundaries of design, and so collaborating with Steven made perfect sense. We admire his inventive approach using the flame of our famous windproof lighter! With 85 years of history, Zippo has an influential and dedicated fan base. During this time Zippo has transcended its functional benefits to become a cultural icon and we love finding new ways for our customers to appreciate the brand.
May 28, 2015 - The inaugural BASSfest held last year was a hit with anglers and fans, and the unique competition returns next month with Zippo as the new title sponsor.
The Zippo BASSfest at Kentucky Lake presented by A.R.E. Truck Caps will be June 3-7 in Paris, Tennessee. The B.A.S.S. partnership allows Zippo to align its outdoor brands with the popular Bassmaster Elite Series event as the title sponsor.
"Zippo is extremely proud to sponsor BASSfest on beautiful Kentucky Lake," said Chris Funk, Zippo marketing product manager - outdoor. "BASSfest's combination of fishing, family and festival is the perfect opportunity to bring Zippo's line of outdoor products to people who love being outdoors. Renowned for our lighters, Zippo is taking our 83-year legacy of the flame to the great outdoors. Be sure to check out our new Zippo All-Terrain Grill and sample some delicious food while you are there," he added.
Last season's BASSfest at Chickamauga Lake was a first for the Bassmaster Elite Series. The five-day tournament evolved as an extended opportunity for fans to gather during a weeklong, summertime event. The combination of competition and festival proved a big hit.
"BASSfest is quickly becoming one of the most popular and exciting events of the year in Bassmaster competition, and we are pleased that Zippo has decided to take advantage of that fact by becoming its title sponsor," said Bruce Akin, B.A.S.S. CEO. "This decision also reinforces the fact that bass fishing fans are avid outdoors people who enjoy camping and cooking outdoors, in addition to fishing."
This year's BASSfest follows up with an enhanced fan experience and higher stakes for the pro anglers.
Invited to compete are the Top 10 points leaders from each of the three divisions in the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Opens Series presented by Allstate. Also under the new format, Bassmaster Elite Series anglers will earn Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year points based on their finishes in the tournament.
Two popular aspects of the original format remain. On Friday, fans have the opportunity to interact with the pros during Bassmaster University, special seminars on a variety of fishing topics. Also on Friday, the Second Chance Tournament returns at nearby Lake Barkley. Each angler below 50th place on Thursday has the chance to advance to the finals on Saturday and Sunday and earn at least $10,000, if they finish in the Top 10 of the second chance round.
Find out more about BASSfest at bassmaster.com.
April 22, 2015 – One of the Zippo/Case Museum's most historically significant pieces– a lighter that was hand engraved on a landing craft en route to the D-Day invasion – is currently on loan, along with several other WWII-era artifacts from the Zippo and Case archives, to the Senator John Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh for a special exhibit opening Saturday, April 25.
The Zippo/Case Museum pieces will be featured in the upcoming "We Can Do It!WWII" exhibit, which explores how Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania affected the home front and battlefield during WWII.
"We're honored to be able to share so many of our important historical pieces with the Heinz History Center," said Pat Grandy, Zippo Corporate Media and Communications Manager. "Zippo and Case's reputation for dependable products was cemented by our performance during WWII. We have so many letters, images and artifacts from WWII in the Zippo/Case Museum, it was hard to choose only a few, but we feel they make an important contribution to the exhibit."
Under a special agreement, the Zippo/Case Museum loaned the Smithsonian-affiliated Heinz History Center several key pieces from the corporate archives. Along with the special lighter, known as the Walter Nadler lighter, the museum also sent images and advertisements from the time period, and a recreation of the V-42 Stiletto, which W.R. Case and Sons Cutlery Co. developed from the museum's original V-42 Stiletto and is producing in limited quantities.
The Walter Nadler lighter story is explored in detail, along with Zippo's founding during the Great Depression and the company's incredible success and growth during WWII, in the current issue of Western Pennsylvania History magazine. The article was written by Tim Ziaukas, Professor of Public Relations at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, who utilized never-before-shared interviews with Zippo owners Sarah Dorn and George Duke, the daughter and grandson of Zippo founder George G. Blaisdell.
"The story of Zippo Manufacturing Company is not only one of Pennsylvania's great tales, it's one of America's," Ziaukas said. "I'm happy to have been able to get a version of this important Bradford story on the record."
The Spring 2015 articles will be available to read for free on the Heinz History Center's website.
April 22, 2015 - Zippo Encore officially announces a partnership with the "Summer's Last Stand" U.S. tour featuring Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum rock band Slipknot.
At each stop on the upcoming summer jaunt, Zippo Encore's pop-up retail shop will feature custom Zippo lighters, including several that have been designed personally by members of the band as part of the Zippo Encore Artist Custom Series Program. Fans will also have opportunities to win various prizes, including autographed merchandise, and create their own original lighter designs.
Prior to the start of the tour, members of Slipknot will convene for a design session where the collectible lighter set will come to life. The Slipknot lighters will be available for purchase at Zippo's pop-up shop and merchandise tables at each of the concerts, as well as online and on www.Slipknot1.com. Fans will be given behind-the-scenes access into the design process – in addition to exclusive concert footage and band interviews – by way of videos uploaded to Zippo Encore's social media channels.
"Who can think of a concert – especially a heavy metal or hard rock concert – without picturing Zippo lighters in the air, showing appreciation for the music that's being played?," said Corey Taylor, Lead Singer, Slipknot. "We're excited to partner with Zippo and put our creative caps on to ultimately create something special for our fans, something that they'll appreciate and haven't seen before.
Leading up to "Summer's Last Stand," the Zippo Encore Facebook page will host ticket giveaways for several of Slipknot's concert dates, providing a few lucky fans with pit and backstage access. Members of the band are scheduled to visit Zippo's headquarters in Bradford, Pa., to tour the factory, see how their custom Zippo lighters are made and learn more about the company's storied history.
"In teaming up with Slipknot, we have a unique opportunity to pair rock royalty with one of America's most iconic and recognizable brands," said Brent Tyler, Global Brand Manager, Zippo. "This partnership will be unlike anything Zippo Encore has done previously, and we're looking forward to giving our fans something truly special to get excited about this summer."
.5: The Gray Chapter, Slipknot's fifth studio album for Roadrunner Records and first since 2008's RIAA platinum certified chart-topper, All Hope Is Gone, made a stunning chart debut upon its October 2014 arrival, entering the SoundScan/Billboard 200 chart at #1 with sales in excess of 131,000 albums – the highest debut for a hard rock record last year. Furthermore, the album made an explosive chart impact around the globe, with #1 debuts in Japan, Australia, Canada, Russia, and Switzerland, alongside top 5 debuts in the United Kingdom, Germany, Ireland, Austria, New Zealand, Mexico, Denmark, and Finland.
Zippo Encore will once again be providing music lovers with unique experiences and behind-the-scenes access at some of the top music tours and festivals throughout 2015. For more information about Zippo Encore's full program lineup, and for chances to win tickets and upgrades all summer long, visit Zippo Encore's Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
February 4, 2015 – The Zippo Collectible of the Year program returns in 2015 with 'Full Circle,' a stunning design personally selected by Zippo owner George Duke. The iconic Zippo Windproof lighter has been a hugely popular collectible. This latest edition is sure to resonate with Zippo fans across the globe.
Zippo owner, George Duke, handpicked the Full Circle design, created by his son Grant, fourth-generation member of the Zippo family. The commemorative lighter celebrates Zippo's history and is a must-have for collectors. Only 12,000 Full Circle lighters have been created and will be available at Zippo retailers in spring 2015.
The Full Circle lighter is the latest addition to The Collectible of the Year series, which started in 1992 and continued for a decade before returning in 2013 with the Windy lighter, one of the most popular issued by Zippo. The intricate design is deep carved on an Armor Spectrum lighter and is an infinite repetition of a never ending spiral that ebbs and flows in highs and lows of tactile engraving. The Armor case is 1.5 times thicker than a standard Zippo windproof lighter case, allowing for deeper and more intricate engraving.
August 18, 2014 – The inaugural Campfire Outdoor Adventure and Music Festival presented by Zippo, held Labor Day weekend in Lakewood, Pennsylvania, is an event you won't want to pass up.
In addition to a full weekend of music, a range of other activities are also scheduled. These include rock climbing, lake and obstacle courses, team sports, a Golf mixer, late night Silent Disco, and daily VIP Happy Hour pool parties with live DJs.
Luxury transportation is available to and from the weekend event for those traveling from New York City, Philadelphia, and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Travel tickets range from $35 to $60 and are available up until August 22nd.
Pennsylvania residents have the exclusive ability to purchase one-day passes for just $55. If you're interested, email Campfire Festival and they will provide you with a super secret link to purchase your pass.
June 20, 2014 – This year, W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company, an American manufacturer of premium quality knives, proudly celebrates 125 years of award-winning hand-craftsmanship, small-town heritage and time-honored tradition. The company's rich history began in 1889 when four Case Brothers began fashioning knives and selling them along a wagon trail in Upstate New York.
"Zippo acquired W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company in 1993 and we are very proud of what we have been able to achieve in the last 20 years by bringing these two iconic brands together," said Greg Booth, CEO, Zippo/W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company.
To further this commitment, Case Cutlery's parent company, Zippo Manufacturing Company, is investing nearly $10 million dollars toward renovating their Bradford, Pennsylvania factory. The renovations, which are currently underway and expected to finish by the end of 2015, include a complete remodeling of the Case factory that was originally constructed in 1975, including new equipment and floor configurations that will allow better efficiency, productivity and quality without affecting the hand-craftsmanship that has always gone into every Case knife.
"With Case, our current focus is on improving efficiency, which we hope to achieve with this new investment, and drive future innovation and new product development," Booth added.
Case's products range from the classic patterns like the Case Trapper, Stockman, Peanut and Tiny Toothpick that are meant for everyday use to collectibles, mint sets and commemorative items that adorn living room walls and "man caves" all across America.
July 18, 2013 – Zippo Manufacturing Company will take full control of its product distribution in Europe according to an announcement made by Zippo and Polyconcept. Zippo will take over Polyconcept's stake in Austria, Benelux, France, and Germany. As part of the agreement, Zippo GMBH and Zippo SA, will now be known as Zippo France and Zippo Germany.
Greg Booth, Zippo President and CEO said, "Over the past 20 years Polyconcept and Zippo have worked well together to distribute Zippo products in Europe. As the companies have evolved, we realised that this change will contribute to an enhanced service to our customers. We hold Polyconcept in the highest regards and are grateful for the opportunity to have worked together and for their contribution to Zippo's success story in Europe."
"Many important changes have taken place over the past few years; all of which have demonstrated Zippo's commitment to growth, market leadership, and our vision of the future," said Booth.
June 4, 2013 - Zippo was named one of the top 'Americana' brands in a survey of 4,500 consumers by New York-based branding researching firm Brand Keys. Zippo weighed in at number seven on the list, boasting a 93 percent score (out of 100) on a scale representing consumers' emotional engagement expectations.
Zippo has been an American icon since WWII when the company ceased production of lighters for consumer markets and dedicated all manufacturing to the U.S. military. The company has produced countless American themed lighters, the single most popular image reproduced on the windproof lighter being the Statue of Liberty. Additionally, the people of Zippo contribute to its patriotic history – including its founder, George G. Blaisdell, the many employees, as well as the customers and collectors who have played a part in the company's 80-year history.
"Everyone has a Zippo story. It's an attitude, a lifestyle -- it's an American icon, like a July 4th backyard barbeque," said Greg Booth, Zippo President and Chief Executive Officer. "We're honored to be on this list and I know Zippo founder George G. Blaisdell would say the same. Mr. Blaisdell was a very proud American and many times he said that he was privileged to pay his Federal taxes because he felt that the United States was such a great country."
Zippo embodies American pride not only in its design and manufacturing, but also through partnerships with companies and brands that share its patriotic values. More than half of the brands on the Brand Keys list have been featured on a Zippo lighter, including Jeep which came in at number one. In fact, in 2011, West Coast Customs produced a custom Zippo Jeep. In addition, Harley-Davidson Motor Company, ranked 13 on the list, is currently Zippo's number one licensed brand.


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