Category Archives: light/laser

Daily work example

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Oleg Volk

X5L on a Taurus 24-7.

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More about AR57

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Oleg Volk

The location of the magazine limits the scope length, making prismatic design a natural choice. CTC laser is mounted as a backup sight because I view all rifles as possible defensive tools. The barrel is fairly thick and also fluted, … Continue reading →

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Theater seating and self-defense

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Oleg Volk

(Image by okaygeek.com) People say that any hypothetical defender at the Aurora theater would have run the risk of hitting innocent bystanders. The risk existed but consider how typical theater seats rise rise towards the back. It’s the classic “second … Continue reading →

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AR57 upper

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk

I borrowed this AR57 upper (in 5.7x28mm) from a friend specifically for the amusement of certain friend’s daughters. Both of his girls are left-handed, so the upper that has next to no recoil and ejects down through the magazine well … Continue reading →

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Viridian X5L RS installed

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk

In case of civil unrest, rioters would be well served to stay away from people with rings on their fingers. A single person might choose to retreat, but those who can’t maneuver due to kids would be more inclined to … Continue reading →

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New on CTD: Belt and Suspenders

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Belt and Suspenders: five sighting options for a modern rifle.

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XD9 compact with Viridian C5L

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Viridian | Springfield

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Taurus TCP738 with Crimson Trace laser in a Dragon Leather holster

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk

I am not a fan of driving long distances by myself. So the opportunity to ride to the NRA show with my friend Dennis Badurina was eagerly seized. He brought several of his holsters along and one of them caught … Continue reading →

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Another lightweight carry option, Bersa BP9CC

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Bersa BP9CC Pluses: good trigger very thin comfortable grip Minus: magazine disconnector Shown with Viridian C5L.

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Springtach universal holsters

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Hailey has two identical holsters in different colors. One has a Taurus 24-7 with Viridian X5L, the other M&P9 with Streamlight TLR2. Both can be switched from left to right hand configuration. An M1911 with a Surefire light would fit … Continue reading →

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Taurus 24-7 G2 + Viridian C5L

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Purple isn’t just for old women anymore

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

JRC carbine in “muddy girl” pattern, 33rd Glock magazine, YHM sights, Viridian X5L light/laser. Left thumb controls the light/laser switch.

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Survival Lasers 300mW red kit — Tool or Toy?

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Oleg Volk

At 2011 Defcon, it was literally a case of “oooh, shiny, me waaaant!” Several of my geek friends, including Meredith, had nifty blue and violet lasers that seemed much brighter than usual. Especially in smoky casinos, they left trails that … Continue reading →

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Universal light-compatible holster

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Oleg Volk

One problem with carrying pistols with light/laser attachments is finding leather for them. Springtac offers a solution with their U-shaped IWB design. The leather conforms to the thickness of the pistol. Vertical position of the pistol is controlled by the … Continue reading →

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A friend’s rifle

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Oleg Volk

YHM .308 suppressor on a .223 rifle with quick-detachable barrel (since he doesn’t own a .223 can yet), Magpul BUIS, stock and Ranger plate. Normally, he uses a CCA light foregrip, but I replaced it with Viridian C5 for my … Continue reading →

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Low-light shooting aids: new on CTD blog

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Read Imperfection of Vision.

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Bersa Thunder 9, Viridian C5L

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Oleg Volk

From yesterday’s product photo shoot.

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Another 9mm option: Just Right Carbine

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Oleg Volk

JRC was ostensibly designed as a traines for AR15 users. The manual of arms is much too different for that, but it seems quite useable as low-recoil home defense guns and for those who like “cowboy logistics”, the commonality of … Continue reading →

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Shotgun wallpaper (1920x1050px)

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Varmint control device

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Ruger 22/45 mk3 with Gemtech Alpine suppressor, Primary Arms green dot sight and Viridian C5L light/laser. This belongs to a friend. Entirely coincidentally, squirrels and other rodents around his house have a very high rate of sudden heart attacks.

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