Monthly Archives: August 2016

“Shifting Ice”, a prequel to “Gods Defense” is now public.

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Amie Gibbons has a new novella out, a tale of a feline shape-shifter. As usual, a bit of gunplay and libertarian mindset are in evidence, along with sexy, smart-ass characters and a well thought out world with just a bit … Continue reading →

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MPD blog updated

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Oleg Volk

I see new images on My Plausible Deniability.

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Firearms Training in Nashville: highly recommended!

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Tatiana Whitlock, one of the best self-defense instructors I know, is coming to Nashville mid-September! She will be offering several courses. Carry with Confidence (pistol) Basic Carbine Tatiana is an absolutely amazing instructor, both supportive and good at guiding the learners … Continue reading →

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Protect hearing without overheating your head: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on August 24, 2016 by Oleg Volk

GunSport Pro electronic ear plugs.

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Handheld .50 caliber

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Oleg Volk

It carries well, shoots accurately and softly. For daily practice, it  accepts a .45ACP barrel and recoil spring. Guncrafter Industries #4 is the most impressive 1911 I’ve got to shoot yet.

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Quality is in the details.

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Oleg Volk

During a photo shoot, I snapped a few infrared images and noticed that one of the slings brought by a friend doesn’t look camouflaged anymore. It looks bright white. Through an night vision device, it would actually glow like a … Continue reading →

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The color-coordinated rifleman

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Oleg Volk

GWACS lower, Hahn rear sight, Troy magazine, Strike Ind. forend, Kaw Valley Precision linear comp, Pro Ears muffs, Rudy Project glasses. Can’t even begin to guess who made that upper…

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Tear gas won’t make her cry.

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Are gas masks sufficient protection against CS, or would other mucous membranes have to be protected as well?

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Darkness, my old friend…

Posted on August 16, 2016 by Oleg Volk

RDB-C bullpup in 6.5mm Grendel with 3x Bering Optics scope and a quick-detachable night vision device.  Infrared illuminator is off to the right. PMR30 on the side for close-range backup. Spare mags ride over AR50o steel plates. The smiley gunner … Continue reading →

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Savage 220Y rifled shotgun: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on August 16, 2016 by Oleg Volk

A more compact deer-slaying option.

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Cheers!

Posted on August 15, 2016 by Oleg Volk
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“Federal law prohibits….”

Posted on August 14, 2016 by Oleg Volk

For all the jackboot lickers who insist that laws are morality and must be followed, I submit this exhibit: The same exhibit illustrates just how common ingredients for weapons are. Humans have been making serviceable weapons since before Paleolith, and … Continue reading →

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Expanding Slugs: new on American Shooting Journal

Posted on August 14, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Defensive loads for 12ga.

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Manual focusing with Canon 5DS R camera?

Posted on August 13, 2016 by Oleg Volk

I am looking at getting a 135/2 lens for use with the Canon, but it has a finder screen optimized for lenses no faster than 2.8. With the older 5Dmk2, I could get a higher contrast focusing screen for use … Continue reading →

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Who in Nashville could lend me a Makarov (PM)?

Posted on August 12, 2016 by Oleg Volk

I have a Polish P64 for a review, and would like to compare it to a Makarov…but I let mine go back in 2000. Could anyone lend me a Mak for photos or just join me for a range trip? … Continue reading →

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South East Asia meets Asia Minor

Posted on August 12, 2016 by Oleg Volk

12ga side-by-side, the Vice Presidential choice, and a 13-shot .380, both imported from Turkey by Zenith. Full reviews coming soon.

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Fury Carry Solution: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Kydex for the unusual.

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Umarex Luger P08 blowback pistol: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Realistic copy of the classic pistol.

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Another photography blog

Posted on August 8, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Mostly images of people, might be of interest to some of my readers.

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Some girls get excited by gold and diamonds…

Posted on August 6, 2016 by Oleg Volk

…others, by steel, brass and lead. Which would make a better teammate? “Сама не летает и другим не даёт.”

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