Author Archives: Oleg Volk

Rhonda Ezell

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Oleg Volk

One of the heroes of the RKBA movement.

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Canik TP9sfx

Posted on August 3, 2017 by Oleg Volk

The longslide version of the TP9 seems to do well in controlled rapid fire. DJ Petrou is pretty fast with the mag changes, too. A full review is coming soon.

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What’s the purpose of the slide vents?

Posted on July 30, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Canik, Walther, Grand Power, other race guns, all have these openings.My first guess was lightening the slide to keep its mass the same as an shorter models. Wouldn’t just thinning the slide achieve the same purpose without creating new paths … Continue reading →

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Sarah is back.

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Nikita was unavailable, she had to fill in. (The revolver is a Czechpoint .357, and the stylish hat is from Henschel.)

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Jeff Quinn

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Jeff of the Gunblast.com fame.

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Alfa Proj revolvers: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on July 25, 2017 by Oleg Volk

An economical alternative to top brands.

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How much difference do product photos make?

Posted on July 23, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Earlier today, a friend showed me his Belgian-made Browning Hi-Power. He mentioned that it was on the chopping block to raise funds for his business, but I could do photos of it while he still had it. Having looked at … Continue reading →

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Jard J67

Posted on July 21, 2017 by Oleg Volk

New J67 review by Jay Langston with my photos.

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Portraits

Posted on July 20, 2017 by Oleg Volk

In visible light. In infrared.

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“You can’t fight the City Hall!” Perhaps, but…

Posted on July 20, 2017 by Oleg Volk

The state, be it the USSR, the Third Reich, The Peoples Republic of Trashcanistan, or the United State of America, can generally defeat a lone dissenter. The only difference between the dissenter being armed or not is the amount of … Continue reading →

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Lacey’s new rifle

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Lacey is a singer and a song writer. She’s now also a competitive shooter. Here’s her new rifle, built with some assistance from UM Tactical.

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Zany Valkyrie

Posted on July 19, 2017 by Oleg Volk

You can see more about this curious device at Forgotten Weapons.

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The Foe that Just Won’t Fall: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Jedburg Targets

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Range photos

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Oleg Volk

All that swirling gas illustrates why it’s prudent to wear safety glasses. Images taken at Royal Range in Brentwood, TN. Both suppressors are made by Aklys Defense.

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Laserlyte snubbie trainer: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Oleg Volk

A good way to improve trigger control with a small revolver.

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Independence Day snapshots

Posted on July 8, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Fireworks and food.

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If you missed Libertycon ’17…

Posted on July 2, 2017 by Oleg Volk

…you don’t have to miss on the show special from Amie: Get signed books AND unique show swag.

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New York Reload

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Oleg Volk

“New York Reload” describes drawing a second gun in preference to reloading the first under fire. While tshirts describing the concept are available, the practice itself isn’t. NYC remains one of the most restrictive jurisdictions in regards to carry or … Continue reading →

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Steyr and Lace

Posted on June 27, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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California, 25 years later

Posted on June 27, 2017 by Oleg Volk

The rifle, fed with stripper clips, is actually California-legal for now. The Glock as well, with 10-round magazines. Actual defense against rioters…not so sure. Urban cops might take the side of the looters. On the plus side, it seems that … Continue reading →

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