PALADIN PRESS RELEASES APPEAR TO VANISH . CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR COPY TODAY!
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My newly released book, Appear To Vanish: Stealth Concepts for Effective Camouflage and Concealment expands upon the five "S's" of camouflage and concealment, and adds a few extra concepts typically not found in military manuals. Paladin Press will release the book the end of March/beginning of April. Again, I apologize for the delay. FROM THE BACK COVER: The above stealth concepts are essential for the successful implementation of camouflage and concealment. In this informative and comprehensive new guide, Matthew Dermody demonstrates how each of these fundamental concepts is used to build the foundation for effective camouflage. Why do you need to pay all this attention to camouflage and concealment? Because camouflage and concealment are every bit as important as your weapon, your helmet, your reconnaissance gear, and your tactics. If you do not plan for proper camouflage and concealment protocols, then you have failed to plan. Failing to plan can mean failing a hunt, failing a mission, or, worse yet, failing to come home. With his in-depth interpretation and expansion of the familiar military terms of camouflage and concealment, along with their interrelated and interdependent subcategories, Dermody expertly demonstrates how anyone can Appear to Vanish! |
EARLY REVIEWS FOR APPEAR TO VANISH...
“Another great job by Matt Dermody. This thorough study of human stealth and camouflage lives up to its title, and forces you to “think” camouflage in all its subtleties.”
- Major John L. Plaster, US Army Special Forces (Ret.)
"There are very few books and videos available today on what I would call 'sustainable concealment'. To merely put on a camouflaged pattern uniform and neglect the rest of the requirements is neither "camouflage" nor "concealment". Matt Dermody's book thoroughly covers all the necessary points on how to appear to vanish. As a professional soldier, I heartily recommend this book and believe that it will fill a niche that is currently open and needs to be filled."
- David Scott-Donelan, author of Tactical Tracking Operations: The Essential Guide for Military and Police Trackers, CEO and founder of the Scott-Donelan Tracking School.
"What Matt provides in his book Appear to Vanish is absolutely remarkable and would have been a Godsend had I read this book as a young soldier. His skill as an artist gives a unique and introspective look into what every tactical operator knows intellectually but does not necessarily apply pragmatically. Camouflage and concealment is a fieldcraft art suited to sniper operations, reconnaissance and surveillance, and combat/tactical tracking, due to the nature of the mission objective. As a career, professional manhunter and scout-tracker for the U.S. government, it was my job to use camouflage and concealment as a mission multiplier to follow and ghost the various trails of the criminal element. Camouflage and concealment was not only used on-trail but also during the wait, approach, and apprehension. To accomplish this, I had to remain faithful to every principle of camouflage and concealment, and employ a wide variety of techniques as well as my imagination with attention to every detail. Appear to Vanish nails this on every page. Any tracker, and especially any government scout-tracker is useless if they cannot ghost the trail undetected, wait for the suspect or enemy, and then approach the suspect or enemy unnoticed. My Ignorance or failure to apply the principles of camouflage would have compromised the trail, my team, and ultimately the mission. Appear to Vanish, must be a resource guide for every operator needing to vanish within any environment.
- Cmdr. Ty Cunningham, Retired US Marshal and Tactical Commander, US Marshals Scout-Tracker Units (District of Alaska and Wyoming) and author of Scout-Tracker Guide and Forensic Spoorology.
"Matt Dermody has stepped into the realm of the masters when it comes to the functionality and the use of camouflage. I haven't seen anyone since the combat trackers of Vietnam who understand more about the art and science of camouflage. This book should become a standard manual for military and law enforcement throughout the world and is a MUST READ for anyone who wants to understand the true meaning of the proper use of camouflage in any environment."
- David Everheart, Certified Senior Scout Tracker and GTSB Lead Examiner, Eastern United States.
- Major John L. Plaster, US Army Special Forces (Ret.)
"There are very few books and videos available today on what I would call 'sustainable concealment'. To merely put on a camouflaged pattern uniform and neglect the rest of the requirements is neither "camouflage" nor "concealment". Matt Dermody's book thoroughly covers all the necessary points on how to appear to vanish. As a professional soldier, I heartily recommend this book and believe that it will fill a niche that is currently open and needs to be filled."
- David Scott-Donelan, author of Tactical Tracking Operations: The Essential Guide for Military and Police Trackers, CEO and founder of the Scott-Donelan Tracking School.
"What Matt provides in his book Appear to Vanish is absolutely remarkable and would have been a Godsend had I read this book as a young soldier. His skill as an artist gives a unique and introspective look into what every tactical operator knows intellectually but does not necessarily apply pragmatically. Camouflage and concealment is a fieldcraft art suited to sniper operations, reconnaissance and surveillance, and combat/tactical tracking, due to the nature of the mission objective. As a career, professional manhunter and scout-tracker for the U.S. government, it was my job to use camouflage and concealment as a mission multiplier to follow and ghost the various trails of the criminal element. Camouflage and concealment was not only used on-trail but also during the wait, approach, and apprehension. To accomplish this, I had to remain faithful to every principle of camouflage and concealment, and employ a wide variety of techniques as well as my imagination with attention to every detail. Appear to Vanish nails this on every page. Any tracker, and especially any government scout-tracker is useless if they cannot ghost the trail undetected, wait for the suspect or enemy, and then approach the suspect or enemy unnoticed. My Ignorance or failure to apply the principles of camouflage would have compromised the trail, my team, and ultimately the mission. Appear to Vanish, must be a resource guide for every operator needing to vanish within any environment.
- Cmdr. Ty Cunningham, Retired US Marshal and Tactical Commander, US Marshals Scout-Tracker Units (District of Alaska and Wyoming) and author of Scout-Tracker Guide and Forensic Spoorology.
"Matt Dermody has stepped into the realm of the masters when it comes to the functionality and the use of camouflage. I haven't seen anyone since the combat trackers of Vietnam who understand more about the art and science of camouflage. This book should become a standard manual for military and law enforcement throughout the world and is a MUST READ for anyone who wants to understand the true meaning of the proper use of camouflage in any environment."
- David Everheart, Certified Senior Scout Tracker and GTSB Lead Examiner, Eastern United States.
NEW UPCOMING BOOK, GRAY MAN: CAMOUFLAGE FOR CROWDS, CITIES, AND CIVIL CRISIS, is now submitted to the publisher!
This is the conceptual design of the book cover artwork and current working title for my next book project, GRAY MAN.
Hidden Success: A Comprehensive Guide To Ghillie Suit Construction is available in paperback or e-book format. Order your copy today!
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This is the book I use to teach all the Hidden Success Tactical classes and weekend seminars. The book is now available on Amazon.com and at CreateSpace.com. Retail price is $14.99 The eBook edition is available exclusively on Amazon.com for $5.49. This newly revised second edition features two new chapters and some updated photographs. Perfect-bound, 6" x 9", 16-Chapter, 187-page book contains all the information needed to construct a customized ghillie suit that is FAR SUPERIOR to any pre-made commercial suit. An easy, step-by-step guide with over 100 photographs and eight suit designs. Topics include safety, suit design, material selection, history, camouflage concepts, suit testing and much more! TO PURCHASE THE SECOND EDITION OF HIDDEN SUCCESS, PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK OF YOUR RETAILER CHOICE: CreateSpace: https://www.createspace.com/6362351 Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/hidden-success-mr-matthew-dermody/1124167408?ean=9781534813915 Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Success-Comprehensive-Ghillie-Construction/dp/1534813918/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478576993&sr=8-1&keywords=hidden+success |
BOOKS reviews:
"Hidden Success is the most comprehensive 'How-to' volume I've ever seen on advanced camouflage techniques and ghillie suit construction. From explaining environmental factors to sharing his keen insights on the nuances of camouflage effectiveness, Matthew Dermody's book is a must-have for those desiring to master the art (and science) of concealment. I heartily recommend it."
- Major John L. Plaster, U.S. Army Special Forces (Ret.), covert operations veteran and author, "The Ultimate Sniper"
"Reading Hidden Success has shown Matthew Dermody to be an expert on camouflage and ghillie suit construction. This is one of the most easy to understand guides I've found on a subject matter largely ignored by other concealment guides. This is definitely a must-read for woodsball players and anyone desiring to take their fieldcraft to the next level."
- Matt Stroble, webmaster and facilitator of The Art of Woodsball and Paintball Bible websites
"I can tell you from personal experience that ghillie suits offer the very best in camouflage advancements. As an avid hunter and photographer, I'm constantly in search of new ways to get closer to wildlife to get that perfect shot. My ghillie suits didn't cost very much to make, but they're every bit as essential as my most expensive equipment. I can honestly say that I would rather take second rate camera lenses and equipment out in the field than be without my ghillie suit. If you're looking for a complete guide to ghillie suits, you just found it!"
- Adam Grimm, Wildlife Artist and youngest winner of the Federal Duck Stamp Competition (2000)
"Well-written...very helpful for hunters and civilians in designing and utilizing a ghillie suit."
- Derrick Bartlett, President, Snipercraft, Inc. & American Sniper Association, author of "Staring at the Crosshairs"
"...the most informative book I've ever read regarding ghillie suits!"
- Bobby Whittington, owner and range master of Badlands Tactical Training Facility
"In the age of the 'quick fix', cheap ghillie suits purchased online are flying off the shelves. If you are at all concerned about custom level concealment in the field that goes beyond just wearing the latest camouflage pattern, Matthew Dermody has put together a worthy resource in his book Hidden Success. From wildlife photographers to hunters to airsoft and paintball players, this book will show you, up close and personal, the necessary techniques, tools and materials you'll need to construct a personal ghillie suit that fits your needs precisely. I've added this to my arsenal of resources."
- Doug Kramer, owner of www.tacticalpaintballsniper.com
- Major John L. Plaster, U.S. Army Special Forces (Ret.), covert operations veteran and author, "The Ultimate Sniper"
"Reading Hidden Success has shown Matthew Dermody to be an expert on camouflage and ghillie suit construction. This is one of the most easy to understand guides I've found on a subject matter largely ignored by other concealment guides. This is definitely a must-read for woodsball players and anyone desiring to take their fieldcraft to the next level."
- Matt Stroble, webmaster and facilitator of The Art of Woodsball and Paintball Bible websites
"I can tell you from personal experience that ghillie suits offer the very best in camouflage advancements. As an avid hunter and photographer, I'm constantly in search of new ways to get closer to wildlife to get that perfect shot. My ghillie suits didn't cost very much to make, but they're every bit as essential as my most expensive equipment. I can honestly say that I would rather take second rate camera lenses and equipment out in the field than be without my ghillie suit. If you're looking for a complete guide to ghillie suits, you just found it!"
- Adam Grimm, Wildlife Artist and youngest winner of the Federal Duck Stamp Competition (2000)
"Well-written...very helpful for hunters and civilians in designing and utilizing a ghillie suit."
- Derrick Bartlett, President, Snipercraft, Inc. & American Sniper Association, author of "Staring at the Crosshairs"
"...the most informative book I've ever read regarding ghillie suits!"
- Bobby Whittington, owner and range master of Badlands Tactical Training Facility
"In the age of the 'quick fix', cheap ghillie suits purchased online are flying off the shelves. If you are at all concerned about custom level concealment in the field that goes beyond just wearing the latest camouflage pattern, Matthew Dermody has put together a worthy resource in his book Hidden Success. From wildlife photographers to hunters to airsoft and paintball players, this book will show you, up close and personal, the necessary techniques, tools and materials you'll need to construct a personal ghillie suit that fits your needs precisely. I've added this to my arsenal of resources."
- Doug Kramer, owner of www.tacticalpaintballsniper.com
FREE CAMO PATTERN E-BOOKLET
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Civilian and Military Camouflage Patterns is a 20-page pictorial booklet that features almost 300 camouflage patterns from around the world. From current issue to prototypes, retro to discontinued, this collection of camouflage patterns (including blaze orange camouflage for staying legal) will help you choose which pattern will work best in your designated environment as a stand-alone pattern or the base camouflage for a ghillie suit. The download is ABSOLUTELY FREE!
This free camouflage "swatch" booklet lets you pick out the camouflage pattern that works best for you. Use it for selecting uniforms for ghillie suits, tactical uniforms, or outfitting your airsoft/paintball team! This guide allows you to possibly discover unknown camouflage patterns that meet your needs. |
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