Category Archives: pistol

Hit!

Posted on January 2, 2016 by Oleg Volk

My father’s marksmanship skills amaze me every range trip. Tavor at 100 yards, standing, with an unmagnified optic — four hits in a row on a helmet-sized skillet that was barely visible against the background. He hit a paper plate … Continue reading →

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The grin of the win

Posted on December 17, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Today, I was at the range with three friends. We did a little shooting competition. Wooden boards sized about 6″x9″ were propped up on the bushes by the berm and we shot at them from 150 yards. Each shooter had … Continue reading →

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Pass it on!

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Oleg Volk

It’s good to be a competitive shooter, like Dani Bryan-Nickens for Team CZ Forum. It’s even better to also pass on the skills and the mindset to the next generation. That Volquartsen Scorpion is worth a lot more in competent … Continue reading →

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Grand Power

Posted on December 8, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Rotary breech, very low felt recoil and good accuracy. The X-Calibur model needs a slightly shorter safety paddle (could be taken from the standard K100) and a less goofy font on the slide.

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OD Green Kel-Tec PMR30

Posted on December 7, 2015 by Oleg Volk

A year or more ago, one of my friends lend me a brand new PMR30 for use in photos. I thought I knew who it was, but the person I asked declined any knowledge of it. I am done with … Continue reading →

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Shooting, The Most Inclusive Sport: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Oleg Volk

What other physical sports can boast the inclusiveness of shooting matches?

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“Green” bullets.

Posted on November 26, 2015 by Oleg Volk

The point of 25ACP is to allow really tiny defensive guns. Plus side, they can be hidden anywhere. Minus side, not much stopping power — the wound track is similar to a pencil being pushed through, and that if it … Continue reading →

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A family that shoots together

Posted on November 21, 2015 by Oleg Volk

These three youngsters, along with their parents, are among the top competitive steel shooters in the US. I had a great time doing photos of this cohesive and accomplished family.  

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Upgraded 22/45 Lite

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Lucid M7 red dot, several Tandemkross parts. Marksman: Yih Chau-Cheng.

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Classic revolver for sale

Posted on October 24, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Posting for a Chattanooga based friend who would like to sell her Colt Police Positive in .38SW. The gun is in excellent mechanical shape and comes with a 50 round box of ammunition. It has never been re-finished, so the … Continue reading →

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Which would be safer to kick?

Posted on October 15, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Sometimes, we read about psychopaths who abuse animals before turning to humans. Strangely, most of them go after bunnies, kittens, puppies and other helpless creatures. very few of them seek the challenge of trying to abuse bulls, full-grown large dog … Continue reading →

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My photo illustrates Eugene Volokh’s article

Posted on October 4, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Do civilians with guns ever stop mass shootings?

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Resculpting the Polymer: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Customizing plastic guns for better fit.

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Good craftsmen merit better tools

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Alexis has been progressing quickly with a 22-45, now she’s upgrading to a Volquartsen Scorpion, courtesy of the generous sponsor. The RMR is a loaner, pending a more permanent solution. Extended, sprung floorplates are made by TK. She seems pleased … Continue reading →

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Laser training for kids

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Alexis is a pretty good shot already, but she wants more practice. Not being able to drive herself to the range, she’s limited to airsoft and laser trainers. My SU16D airsoft just went with her, along with the Laserlyte kit. … Continue reading →

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“I am not Charlie!”

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Oleg Volk

It may be better to be a live jackal than a dead lion, but it is better still to be a live lion. And usually easier. (Robert Heinlein) When people regularly die for expressing their beliefs, free speech does not … Continue reading →

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Happy dance

Posted on September 13, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Carry solution found, Sig 225.

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Why not a longslide?

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Nighhawk T4 in 9mm: 3.8″ barrel, 5″ height, 1.32″ width. Compact, with light recoil and good accuracy. Great for concealed carry. But it’s not being concealed here, which brings me to a practical question: “Why not a longer pistol?” Much … Continue reading →

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Threaded Glock factory barrels for sale again

Posted on September 7, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Last December, I posted about a batch of Glock 17 factory barrels threaded by a friend. They sold out, and now he’s making more available. I’ve used the one I got from him extensively and it has worked like every … Continue reading →

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A good role model for adults

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Oleg Volk

At age 8, this young man can shoot Glock 17 (9mm) competently and safely. With this kind of examples in front of them, adults who are apprehensive about firearms might just realize that they aren’t difficult to operate properly. It might … Continue reading →

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