Author Archives: Oleg Volk

Maximum Pink

Zastava CZ99 rifle, a .22 rimfire bolt action advertised as a youth model. In reality, it’s more like a compact but hefty carbine for adult shooters. Pretty nice build quality. A full review is in the works.

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Two new articles on AllOutdoor

Recommended Sight Upgrades for Kel-Tec SU16   A long gun trainer for the back yard.

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Safety rules aren’t rocket surgery

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The big and the small

Accuracy International in .338 Lapua Magnum in the hands of a veteran…and Crickett Precision Rifle in .22LR in the hands of the next generation of marksmen.

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Umarex steps up to support Alexis

Last March, Alexis was in a car accident and injured her right shoulder. Later November, she re-injured the collar bone on the same side. That made practice with full weight firearms impossible. Enter Umarex Morph 3x, a very lightweight convertible … Continue reading

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The multi-faceted AR15

Advanced but still recognizably classic 5.56x45mm AR15 by KE Arms. DSG Arms mag pouch detail. The same shooter with the new model 5.7x28mm AR57 upper on a GWACS Armory polymer lower.

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Sunhat

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White Bonnet

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On the importance of eye protection

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

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Xhyvette

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

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Tatiana Whitlock

An article about her with my photos.

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Once an object of desire…

…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

Two furbies from 2007.

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“Because it’s fun!”

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

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

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More precise sight for M1 carbine

Detailed range review is coming soon.

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Tender is the kiss

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Looking for attorney recommendations (Las Vegas, NV)

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!

That’s the way to get a smile:

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