Author Archives: Oleg Volk

Nighthawk Predator

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

This Nighthawk Predator was a gift from G4P.

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Springfield M1A

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

My friend Red likes rifles.

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Updating the light rifle

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Oleg Volk

One of my colleagues stopped by. She didn’t bring any of her own rifles, but we borrowed a couple from a mutual friend. Start with a standard light-barreled Colt 16″ AR carbine. Add a Trijicon RMR on a see-through mount. … Continue reading →

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UTS15

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Oleg Volk

UTS15

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Properly equipped photo assistants

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Keltec PF9 in a Comp-Tac kydex paddle. Beretta M9 in an Alessi belt holster. Rudy Project eye protection.

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Valentines Day is coming.

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Practice your knots!

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A tug on the lace

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Oleg Volk
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Concealed carry shorts

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Undertech concealment shorts — like a wearable IWB holster. Plus: very concealable. Minus: doesn’t stay open when empty, so re-holstering is more difficult. Drawing is simple but requires a pretty long reach and careful muzzle control to avoid covering self … Continue reading →

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Thigh holsters, how to wear them?

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Oleg Volk

When I posted first photos of the lace thigh holster, I showed it worn on the outside of the leg. The vendor site showed it worn inside the thigh. Which is correct? The answer is both. If you are slim … Continue reading →

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New on AllOutdoor: Fight cabin fever with lasers

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Lasers for sighting in guns, and for training without using up ammunition.

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My photos in Russia again.

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Oleg Volk

A show of my photos as a part of Right to Arms presentation called “My home is my castle” in Tula, Russia. Tula was long the center of gun production there, so importing gun posters has a Coals to Newcastle … Continue reading →

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Nagant

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Oleg Volk
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Eye protection is very important.

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Revision safety glasses, a prop provided by a friendly rep. The rifle is a Marlin 60.

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Why I pay attention to lens and sensor quality

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Oleg Volk

These snapshot show a small fraction of the SHOT show displays using my photos: Unlike billboards, these are seen up close. And these were not even the largest images — the biggest was a three-part Keltec display 8 feet high … Continue reading →

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Models have such tough lives…

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Oleg Volk

…this one was getting a back massage from my assistant. Olive oil with a little red pepper works great to vanquish goosebumps from shooting outdoors.

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Pointers on learning snipercraft

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Sniping is a lot more than just shooting straight. Read a few suggestions for the direction of study for being a sniper. In addition to my post, read this excellent blog about long-range shooting.

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Sign of the times…how to survive the global warming

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Oleg Volk
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Best furry friends

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Oleg Volk
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Looking around

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Oleg Volk

From TWS photo shoot.

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75-round handrest

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Oleg Volk

I’ve always liked these drum magazine for providing a comfortable hand rest of firing standing.

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