Securing Your Lifestyle With Lockdown | Gun Talk Nation

Published on July 13, 2022
Duration: 36:33

This episode of Gun Talk Nation features Kelly and Brian from Lockdown discussing how to secure your lifestyle with their products and the importance of diversifying personal and professional lives. They highlight Lockdown's evolution from safe organization to broader firearm security solutions, emphasizing accessibility and safety. The conversation also delves into the guests' personal journeys of diversification, including martial arts, archery, competitive shooting, and professional development in product design and brand management, underscoring the value of continuous learning and well-roundedness.

Quick Summary

Lockdown offers evolving firearm security solutions, moving from in-safe organization to accessible home defense options like the In-Plane Sight Shelf and Secure Walls. Diversifying personal and professional lives, as exemplified by guests Kelly and Brian, fosters growth and well-roundedness, with the firearms community often providing a supportive environment for learning new skills.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Lockdown & Diversification
  2. 00:17Gun Talk Nation Sponsors
  3. 00:25Guest Introductions: Kelly & Brian from Lockdown
  4. 01:45Kelly's Background: Zookeeper to Brand Manager
  5. 03:52Brian's Background: Product Engineer to Brand Manager
  6. 08:05Lockdown's Evolution: From Safe to Lifestyle Security
  7. 10:25Lockdown Magnets & In-Plane Sight Shelves
  8. 11:20Lockdown Secure Walls
  9. 11:44Break: Diversifying Professionally & Personally
  10. 13:03Personal Diversification: Kelly's Hobbies
  11. 15:13Personal Diversification: Brian's Shooting Journey
  12. 17:33Transition to Competitive Shooting
  13. 19:12Break: Springfield Armory, Ballistic Advantage, Franklin Armory
  14. 21:36Kelly's Other Deadly Obsession: Traditional Archery
  15. 23:58Professional Diversification: Brian's Engineering & Marketing Role
  16. 27:20Separating Work & Personal Life
  17. 28:20Overcoming Barriers to Entry in New Hobbies
  18. 30:00The Openness of the Firearms Community
  19. 33:50Parting Thoughts: Diversify Yourself
  20. 36:09Where to Find Lockdown

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lockdown's approach to firearm security?

Lockdown initially focused on in-safe organization with products like hygrometers and dehumidifiers. They have since expanded to offer solutions like the In-Plane Sight Shelf and Secure Walls, which provide accessible and discreet firearm storage outside the safe to enhance home defense.

How does diversifying personal and professional life benefit individuals?

Diversifying personal life through hobbies like martial arts, archery, or creative pursuits can lead to personal growth and a more well-rounded individual. Professionally, it can open new avenues for development, such as transitioning from product design to brand management, allowing for broader skill application and career advancement.

What are some of Kelly's diverse interests outside of her work at Lockdown?

Kelly has a wide range of interests including being a former zookeeper, holding a second-degree black belt in Sho-do martial arts, excelling in traditional archery where she's won state competitions, and pursuing hobbies like stained glass making and blacksmithing.

How did Brian get involved in competitive shooting?

Brian started shooting competitively with IDPA, initially for concealed carry practice. He progressed to more serious competition, building a custom 2011 for events, and has served as a match director for IDPA, demonstrating a deep engagement with the sport.

Is the firearms community generally helpful to newcomers?

Yes, the firearms and hunting community is often described as very open and supportive. Individuals are frequently willing to share knowledge, offer guidance, and help newcomers overcome barriers to entry, such as finding specific components for reloading or learning new skills.

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