Author Archives: Oleg Volk

Be weddy, weddy quieeeet…

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Oleg Volk

…she’s hunting wabbits. I don’t think much edible rabbit would be left though — that’s 44Mag Henry would be better suited for heffalumps. In any case, this is the last time this rifle is seen with open sights — my … Continue reading →

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Nashville-based pistol training

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Oleg Volk

My friend Justin has trained new shooters for a long time. His interest and proficiency with firearms predate his police work by several years. This year, he is offering more formal training through Condition One. In particular, the pistol course … Continue reading →

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Pigeons are everywhere in Prague.

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Oleg Volk

So are the spikes designed to keep them off ledges and heads of sculptures. His hair is standing up on end at the very thought of having a flying rat land on the head.

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Oleg and Dixie

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Oleg Volk

(photo by Brock Townsend)

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More about AR57

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Oleg Volk

The location of the magazine limits the scope length, making prismatic design a natural choice. CTC laser is mounted as a backup sight because I view all rifles as possible defensive tools. The barrel is fairly thick and also fluted, … Continue reading →

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Actress Morrigan Sanders

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Actress Morrigan Sanders is 14. She’s holding a Model 1916 S&W, British Contract in .455 Webley, Enfield arsenal marked, converted to .45 Long Colt after the War, refinished and with Pachmayr grips. To quote her father: “Morrigan tears out the … Continue reading →

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Von Richthofen’s tail gunner.

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Judging by the Snoopy painted on her fuselage, in this variant of history the little annoying dog did not triumph. C96 Mausers were in fairly common use among aerial observers until stronger aircraft could mount flexible machine guns.

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A party snapshot: M1 carbines

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Yesterday, I had a nice party at my home. Half of the fourteen guests were teenagers ranging from 12 to 19. Three of them, aged 12 to 14 and all left-winged just by coincidence, picked out toys for the next … Continue reading →

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Taking 5.7×28 further

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Most 5.7×28 arms are short-range defensive designs. Planned bolt actions from Savage and others did not materialize, so this essentially small game/varmint load had no platform from which to realize its full potential. I originally scoffed at the AR57 upper … Continue reading →

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New favorite rifle?

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

This has long been my favorite recreational rifle. With AAC Aviator suppressor on the long barrel, it’s very quiet. 4x Leupold scope allows pretty good aim from up close to about 100 yards. But it has one giant disadvantage for … Continue reading →

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Dana at the range

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

A short edit of old video footage (from March) showing Dana shooting a Sub2000 carbine.

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Had she starred in “Home Alone”…

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

…that film would have ended much sooner. We are used to viewing teenagers as vulnerable, but that’s in large part because adults have forbidden them defensive tools and bad laws designed to infantilize mature and immature teens are far more … Continue reading →

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Your family needs you alive!

Posted on July 22, 2012 by Oleg Volk

“The object of war is not to die for your country but to make the other guy die for his.” ― George S. Patton Jr. “To die for one’s beliefs is indeed a noble touch To live for them is … Continue reading →

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False flag operation?

Posted on July 22, 2012 by Oleg Volk

For years, many Australians claimed that the 1996 Port Arthur mass shooting was a false flag operation. This week, many Americans are saying the same about the Aurora, CO mass murder. Not having enough information about either, I can’t say … Continue reading →

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Tactical Solutions .22 upper for M1911

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Useful for introducing new shooters to M1911 platform.

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A variation on the AKSU theme

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Oleg Volk

A friend just stopped by to show off his new pet, an AKSU variation in 5.56mm. Симпатичная “сучка” получилась.

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Theater seating and self-defense

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Oleg Volk

(Image by okaygeek.com) People say that any hypothetical defender at the Aurora theater would have run the risk of hitting innocent bystanders. The risk existed but consider how typical theater seats rise rise towards the back. It’s the classic “second … Continue reading →

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Smiles all around

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Oleg Volk

(Photo by Jon S.)

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Good outdoor kit

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Spartan Blades | PMR30

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FN5-7 vs. PMR30

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Add your two cents’ worth on CTD blog.

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