Author Archives: Oleg Volk

Flower (1920x1080px wallpaper)

Posted on May 19, 2018 by Oleg Volk

If you need a larger image, let me know.

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My cat’s self-image.

Posted on May 19, 2018 by Oleg Volk

My psycho furbie Gremlin thinks he’s the top creature of the neighborhood. Occasionally, reality bites him as a reminder of other opinions.

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Siblings

Posted on May 14, 2018 by Oleg Volk

CJ (10) and Shyanne (13) are what’s right with American youth. Smart, personable and more independent than many adults, they are my allies for winning the future from the authoritarian busybodies.  

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New book by Amie: Psychic Spiral (of Death)

Posted on May 14, 2018 by Oleg Volk

For the fans of Amie’s “The SDF Paranormal Mysteries” series can now enjoy book 5, Psychic Spiral (of Death). It’s a cozy mystery book with bits of ethical and political commentary thrown in. Amie’s wordcraft keeps improving so, if you … Continue reading →

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“All men are created equal”

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Watching rather diverse outcomes between even identical twins, much less non-identical siblings, suggests that the genetic component is a rather strong contributor. While equality before the law is essential, any expectations of equal achievement are bound to be frustrated. Further, … Continue reading →

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One and a half seconds

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Oleg Volk

A second and a half from rest to first shot is considered a reasonably quick draw from concealment. Two is a bit slow. How slow is waiting for cops to show up after either bystander call them or you — … Continue reading →

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Find inner peace.

Posted on April 30, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Details: Keystone 722 Youth rimfire carbine, Riton 2-7x scope with 22LR BDC reticle, Hunter HD Gold glasses for better contrast, CCI ammunition.

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Tree-hugging for stability

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Half-pint Sharps, 44-40 I forget what rifle this is…I think M700 in 5.56mm with a Magpul stock and Geissele trigger.

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Waiting for the predator.

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Certain creatures like my friend’s fowl as food. Certain friends prefer those creatures as pelts. Frontier model 22WMR with a 24″ barrel works well for the task.  

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A quiet parking lot in the woods

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Oleg Volk
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Endorsement: Carol M. Swain for Nashville Mayor

Posted on April 18, 2018 by Oleg Volk

She comes endorsed by several figures I consider credible, like Dinesh D’Souza. Her endorsement of Walter Williams as an authority is also telling. Unlike the other candidates, she has a track record of opposing tax increases. She’s also against gun … Continue reading →

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Technology isn’t the devil.

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Until 1994, any teen in America could buy a 30-round magazine, in person or by mail. From 1957 to 1968, they could buy an AR15 to go with it, mail order if they so wished. After 1968, they would have … Continue reading →

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We lost another good man.

Posted on April 15, 2018 by Oleg Volk

R Lee Ermey.

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Grand theft disguised as infrastructure building plotted by Davidson County, TN

Posted on April 14, 2018 by Oleg Volk

My request is for every one of my readers, even if you are not in Nashville: please popularize this image where others from Tennessee might see it. Nashville political class is trying to steal a minimum of $9 BILLION for … Continue reading →

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Individual or collective?

Posted on April 6, 2018 by Oleg Volk

The difference between individual rights and collective responsibility may be illustrated with this example: imagine a group of half-dozen people which includes you. Every person in that group has a basic table utensils, a spoon, a knife and a fork. … Continue reading →

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ATV Riders

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Oleg Volk
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Two new articles up on AllOutdoor

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Oleg Volk

AmTac’s New Suppressors. 3D-Printed Inconel Sound Suppressors.

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The dreaded .512 caliber rifle

Posted on April 2, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Despite the nomenclature, 56-50 rimfire cartridge actually fires a 0.512″ diameter bullet. It was pretty potent for a rimfire, on the order of 350gr and 1200fps, about on par with 44 Magnum from a long-barreled revolver. Tubular magazine in the … Continue reading →

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M1903 with a 20-round magazine.

Posted on April 2, 2018 by Oleg Volk

A small female martial artist might reach five feet with a kick. With proper tools, five hundred yard reach is not out of question.

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AMENDMENT TWO: A LEGAL IMMIGRANT’S CAUTIONARY TALE by Anonymous

Posted on April 1, 2018 by Oleg Volk

A good friend, a long-time American by choice, wrote this excellent essay. I post and propagate it because my friend cannot without dire consequences to self and family from state authorities acting as employers, educators and officious busibodies. It’s sad … Continue reading →

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