Category Archives: advice requested

Rear-curtain synch with radio controlled flash?

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Does anyone know of a way to get rear-curtain synch of studio flash with Canon 5D2? I can trigger the lights with on-camera flash which has that option, but optical slaving is very unreliable outdoors. I’d prefer to use radio, … Continue reading →

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AF micro adjustment

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Would anyone based in Nashville or nearby be willing to show me how to adjust focus on DSLR to verify that the lenses are accurate with my specific bodies? I don’t see any obvious issues that are attributable to mis-calibration, … Continue reading →

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Running Sony A7R from a cell phone or a tablet

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Where could I find a guide on setting up remote control of that camera? The manual supplied with it isn’t very clear.

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Technological accomplishments

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Which countries had the capability for production of modern cannon in 1850, 1875, 1900? Currently, which countries produce modern cars (something no more primitive than a 1990 Toyota)? Computers?

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Subtitles for the German portion of Suite Française (2014)

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Does anyone know where to find translation for the German-language portion of the film? I found subtitles but they omit everything said in German.

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Getting your money’s worth, positive or negative.

Posted on June 11, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Most of the time, I deal with responsible and competent people. However, I have encountered two exceptions who stood out in ways I find annoying. Exhibit 1: got a small loan from me over 2 1/2 years ago. She had some … Continue reading →

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A smart guy did the math

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Weeks after I asked the ballistic math questions, I got this email: Was intrigued by your trig problem. Herewith my answers: 1) take distance and bearings at regular intervals, say 20 seconds apart.  (take bearing and ten seconds later take … Continue reading →

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A friend wants to become a gunsmith.

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Oleg Volk

My friend Scott signed up for the Yavapai school of professional gunsmithing. The first challenge was the list of required materials for the first semester, which is beyond his current resources. Part of the list is the expected tools, the other is … Continue reading →

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Laptop recommendation needed.

Posted on May 24, 2015 by Oleg Volk

I am looking for a replacement laptop. Main requirements: Fast processor and enough RAM to run Photoshop Good, non-reflective screen 15″ or 15.6″ screen size to fit my carry-on bag Secondary requirements Relatively large hard drive Good battery life Windows … Continue reading →

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Crash space in Indianapolis?

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Amie would like to go to the writers’ events at Gencon, I would be tagging along. We looked at hotels and found nothing even close to the location this late in the season. Would anyone living reasonably close to Gencon … Continue reading →

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Utah friend needs legal/financial advice

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Oleg Volk

A friend just got pre-approved for a home loan. The bank then reversed itself saying that they looked more closely and her credit wasn’t as good. So she dug deeper and found the following: DATC, a tech school which she … Continue reading →

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Two challenges remain.

Posted on May 2, 2015 by Oleg Volk

I have two issues with which I could use help. The first is my computer — it still has interrupted mouse input, where every so often (sometimes every  few minutes, others every few seconds), the cursor freezes for as little as … Continue reading →

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Riot control legalities.

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Assume a legally reasonable US state and an on-going violent riot… Defender faces a crowd of several hundred advancing on a residential property above a storefront. Crowd already demonstrated violent behavior, has visible melee weapons and incendiaries but no visible … Continue reading →

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Vehicle question

Posted on April 26, 2015 by Oleg Volk

What is the smallest current production crossover/SUV with upright sitting position, truck-style front seats? Would  Subaru Forester or Outback qualify?

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Abuse of official capacity

Posted on April 19, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Are there any down sides — practical or ethical — for imposing greater punishments for misdeeds committed under the color of authority? For example, should rape while in police uniform carry a higher sentence than the same done by a … Continue reading →

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Help a friend: fundraiser for a getaway from an abusive spouse

Posted on April 5, 2015 by Oleg Volk

I’ve followed the development of this mess for a couple of years now. A former competitive air gun shooter,  Stacey modeled for several of my RKBA posters, and I got to hear a bit about her situation. My advice was … Continue reading →

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M1867 Werndl-Holub rifle near Nashville

Posted on March 29, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Does anyone near my location have access to a shootable Werndl rifle? I’d like to do photos and a short article about it.

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What would be the cost of gold standard?

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Oleg Volk

If gold standard was reintroduced, how much of the currently available metal would have to be devoted to making currency instead of industrial or decorative uses? What would it do to the price of the metal? How would fractional payments … Continue reading →

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Please recommend simple 3D program

Posted on March 23, 2015 by Oleg Volk

I need a simple, inexpensive or free 3D modeling program (Windows 8) to perform the simplest tasks: lathing, extrusion, sweeps and the like. Don’t need high quality rendering or more complicated modeling. Suggestions?

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Does anyone know what kind of coin this is?

Posted on March 21, 2015 by Oleg Volk
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