Author Archives: Oleg Volk

Sunhat

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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White Bonnet

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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On the importance of eye protection

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Oleg Volk

The risk to the boy’s vision, above, is pretty obvious. The cock of the gunlock blocks some of the debris from reaching the right eye, but the left eye is unprotected. While blinking offers some protection to the eyeballs, our … Continue reading →

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Florida friends

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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Xhyvette

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Oleg Volk

And a very rare photo… …something in it is naked, and that’s not she.

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Tatiana Whitlock

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Oleg Volk

An article about her with my photos.

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Once an object of desire…

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Oleg Volk

…until the first time I tried it. Turned out, Beretta 12S is an ergonomic nightmare, with badly designed sights and safety. The back-pressure from the sound suppressor also threw gunk into the user’s face from the ejection port. Had submachine … Continue reading →

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The cats of yesteryear

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Two furbies from 2007.

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“Because it’s fun!”

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Oleg Volk

While many learn to shoot for practical reasons, most get into it for fun. But the entry barrier can be high, not just in regulatory and technical aspects, but in the lack of knowledge or confidence to try a potentially … Continue reading →

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About Henry Rifles: new in American Shooting Journal

Posted on April 10, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Why do most Henry owners can’t have just one.

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More precise sight for M1 carbine

Posted on April 8, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Detailed range review is coming soon.

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Tender is the kiss

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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Looking for attorney recommendations (Las Vegas, NV)

Posted on April 2, 2017 by Oleg Volk

A friend needs a more competent criminal attorney that what the court appointed. I don’t know who’s who there, looking for advice.

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Cheese? Free Ammo!

Posted on April 1, 2017 by Oleg Volk

That’s the way to get a smile:

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What’s the Value of Training with Airguns? New on All Outdoor

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Pluses and minuses to using CO2 air pistol.

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Civilized social intercourse over gunfire

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Oleg Volk

First date included a little 75 to 100 yard plinking with a custom fast-twist Volquartsen rifle. Neither of them missed much, supported further out or offhand at 50 yards. The now-discontinued Gemtech G5-22 mimicked a centerfire suppressor in size, so … Continue reading →

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Classic vs. modern

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Keystone 722 Youth, bolt action with iron sights. Keltec SU22E with a Vortex red dot.

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Polite people don’t make noise.

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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Maintain eye contact. Don’t look down!

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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Husband and wife portraits

Posted on March 26, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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