Category Archives: armor

Buhurt, the traditional martial art

Posted on January 17, 2022 by Oleg Volk
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Cost-benefit analysis for protective gear

Posted on September 24, 2020 by Oleg Volk

Wearing rifle-rated body armor seems like the most obviously beneficial daily practice. In addition to stopping bullets, it also protects from bruises and abrasions. It’s such a great idea that it should be mandatory! Oh, wait…why not? Armor, even the … Continue reading →

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The utility of armor

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Getting hit isn’t fun even with hard armor on, but trauma pads spread the impact widely enough to avoid most injury.  Definitely beats being able to see daylight through your own torso.

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Learning from the misfortunes of others

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Oleg Volk
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Darkness, my old friend…

Posted on August 16, 2016 by Oleg Volk
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Why such an emphasis on smaller and lighter guns: new on AllOutoor

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Oleg Volk

The change in demographics of gun ownership.

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Weight is a relative concept

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Oleg Volk
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