Author Archives: Oleg Volk

Messages on a Las Vegas palm tree

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Lockpicking with TOOOL

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Examples of old and new locks. TOOOL

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Back from Defcon and Security B-Sides conventions in Las Vegas

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Just returned from Las Vegas. Both events had terrific people and interesting presentations. More photos as I get the time for editing.

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Sentimental value of a flag

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Over the 22 years I lived in America, I have seen a drastic change in the attitude towards the stars and stripes. What was perceived by many as the American flag is now viewed as the Federal flag, evoking distinctly … Continue reading →

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Best plugin for mirroring WordPress blog posts to Twitter?

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Oleg Volk

I’d like to start using my Twitter channel but not sure which method would work the best. Suggestions?

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Which magnifier hoold for Canon 5D mk2?

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Oleg Volk

At Defcon, I tried a Canon XTi with a Zacuto magnifier for video work and it worked great. B&H and others show several hood choices. I am not sure which one to pick for use with 5D mk2 with a … Continue reading →

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Public transportation, public security

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk

For some curious reason, our self-appointed social betters prefer collective solutions to the exclusion of private solutions. Public housing, public transportation, public protection in the form of police…invariably inefficient, insufficient and more expensive than private solutions. The expense is usually … Continue reading →

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A shout-out for my friends at Cavalry Medical

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Cavalry Medical

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An alternate version of the Brady Campaign poster

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Foreign wars are too inefficient. Let’s loot at home!

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Joe Huffman points out that US government is escalating the brigandage against US residents.

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Head Down XPR15 HDR

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk

For a Tactical Weapons article. Head Down

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Master and slave relationship?

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Oleg Volk

California legislature: “You may beg for permission to protect yourself.” Law-abiding person: “Please, Massa, may I?” California legislature: “Of course…not! Who do you think you are, Diane Fienstein?” Larger printable file

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Stop California AB144!

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Oleg Volk

AB144 would cause harm twice: once by denying self-defense than the current restrictions, and again by making gun owners invisible to the public. De-normalizing open carry would damage our rights in the long run. (Print size file)

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Another Laserlyte, this time on P3AT

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Oleg Volk

This photo was taken of the pistol as it sat on my desk. Then Alany cleaned it and I photographed it again. What a difference elbow grease and attention to detail make! P3AT | Laserlyte | Alany

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Seen at Panera Bread today

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Oleg Volk

A friendly Nashville family. The pistols are usually concealed.

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Does it quack like a duck?

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Oleg Volk

“Two of the shooters were dressed as uniformed police officers” “…he presented himself as a police officer” Mass murderers sometimes masquerade as authority figures to gain compliance from their victims. It’s becoming especially common with home invasions, as those are … Continue reading →

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Grown-up Barbie

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Night hunters

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Keltec RMR30 with Gemtech 22WMR suppressor and ATN MK390 night scope. The infrared illuminator above the scope is turned off. Magpul backup sights for daytime use are folded out of the way. Czech vz58 Both photographed with 35/2 lens behind … Continue reading →

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Resting before a long ride

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Alany Helmantoler one of the most active California lobbyists in favor of civil rights (including the right to effective self-defense).

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Brady Campaign Terrorists

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Brady Campaign’s stated goal is to disarm American civilians, making them defenseless from criminals. When danger visits, it is never the disarmers who stand between us and the violence, but Bradies and their ilk are the first to complain about … Continue reading →

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