Yearly Archives: 2012

Red and the cat

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Custom Kydex

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Oleg Volk

This small of the back holster was designed by my friend Chris back when he worked as an Air Marshal. He specializes in deep concealment holster, mag pouches and knife sheaths. All his holsters are truly custom, made to your … Continue reading →

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Kudos to Wacom!

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Called them to get tech support, got the issues with Intuos 4 resolved in five minutes. The tablet works better with the new drivers than it did when I first bought it. Great job, Wacom!

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More about Ace M4 SOCOM stock

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Above, on a fixed block, below on a folding block. Ace 1791 Apparel

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Useful AK accessories

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk

1. Ace M4 SOCOM stock — better cheekweld, adjustable length of pull, very robust. 2. AK boltface tshirt by which other members of the gun tribe may know you.

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How the blade rides.

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk

I’ve mentioned Nikolay Ermolenko’s hand-forged knives before. This is how mine rides, in a sheath made by my friend Brian Keith. You can have a custom knife made by Nik for a pretty reasonable price — a unique and very … Continue reading →

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Glass!

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Who is the top predator here?

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Gremlin got his introduction to electrical RC airplane today. It certainly got his attention: for a while, I wasn’t sure if the cat was fearful, curious or interested. Once the plane landed, Gremlin pounced on it. So he was viewing … Continue reading →

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Purple isn’t just for old women anymore

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

JRC carbine in “muddy girl” pattern, 33rd Glock magazine, YHM sights, Viridian X5L light/laser. Left thumb controls the light/laser switch.

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A comfortable way to learn firearm operation

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Bolt action rifle (Henry mini), CCI Quiet-22 ammunition, competent parental instruction.

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If she starred in Home Alone, the movie would have ended much quicker.

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Works just as well outside of home. Props: tshirt from 1791 Apparel, 3″ .38Spl revolver from Czechpoint

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SMLE and Enfield #4mk.1

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Oleg Volk

If you want the SMLE tshirt, talk to 1791 apparel. If you’d like to buy my #4mk1 Enfield (made in 1945) for $175+shipping, talk to me. If you want the girl, you are out of luck. She’s taken. Update: Enfield … Continue reading →

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Celebrities among us

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Kacie B. From ABC’s “The Bachelor” seen at last year’s Lucky Gunner shoot.

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That poxy little Chicago is wagging the whole Illinois

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Champaign County Rifle Association site.

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Public notice: all endorsements for Lewis Roy Tippens are hereby withdrawn.

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Over the last year, I acquainted Mr.Tippens with a number of friends and colleagues and recommended him for employment. Due to recent actions, I must withdraw any and all past endorsements and recommendations. I further recommend that any information supplied … Continue reading →

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Survival Lasers 300mW red kit — Tool or Toy?

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Oleg Volk

At 2011 Defcon, it was literally a case of “oooh, shiny, me waaaant!” Several of my geek friends, including Meredith, had nifty blue and violet lasers that seemed much brighter than usual. Especially in smoky casinos, they left trails that … Continue reading →

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MGI bolt buffer/rate reducer

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Recently, I got my hands on an interesting AR15 accessory, an MGI bolt buffer. MGI calls it a bolt buffer. In a select-fire rifle it would have been called a rate reducer. According to Gun Blog, it solves the problem … Continue reading →

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Icelandic pattern knife by Nickolay Yermolenko

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Based on a 10th century Icelandic design, this knife works equally well for utility or defense. The grip shape makes it almost impossible to let go unintentionally. And a basic table knife variant for variety: If you want one of … Continue reading →

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New on CTD blog: When to use steel cased ammunition?

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Read all about it

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If “going up the wall” stands for being annoyed…

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Oleg Volk

…why does she look so serene?

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