Category Archives: pistol

Pistol in a garter is silly. That’s where spare magazines go.

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Oleg Volk

From Czechpoint photo shoot. In this instance, I’d worry more about the Gorgon stare and less about the minor firearm factors…

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New on CTD blog: How to introduce new shooters, efficiently.

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Oleg Volk

New article on CTD blog about providing a good first range experience for new shooters. The holster purse above is from Gun Tote’n Mamas.

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Dennis

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Got to see Mr. Dragon Leather on my last visit to Knoxville. Picked up a new pocket holster for PF9 with .22 conversion kit and Laserlyte laser (photos soon) — it’s so beautifully made, I wonder how I would be … Continue reading →

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New Facebook “Like” button

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Cute shirt from Endo Apparel. Hat tip to Sayuncle.

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Why would bullets from a Walther P22 keyhole?

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Oleg Volk

I normally teach new shooters with a Walther P22. It’s small, light, acceptably accurate and runs fine with subsonic and standard velocity ammunition. Last weekend, all subsonic and standard velocity ammunition began keyholing quite severely. At 5ft, the spread was … Continue reading →

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Getting a sidearm for carry — help a girl out

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Oleg Volk

An acquaintance in Florida is raising funds for the side arm, the training and the government permission to carry it. Help her out if you like. I think it’s worth doing.

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For Jessica’s fans

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Oleg Volk

From an old photo shoot.

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Taurus 24-7 G2 + Viridian C5L

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Custom Kydex

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Oleg Volk

This small of the back holster was designed by my friend Chris back when he worked as an Air Marshal. He specializes in deep concealment holster, mag pouches and knife sheaths. All his holsters are truly custom, made to your … Continue reading →

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If she starred in Home Alone, the movie would have ended much quicker.

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Works just as well outside of home. Props: tshirt from 1791 Apparel, 3″ .38Spl revolver from Czechpoint

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That poxy little Chicago is wagging the whole Illinois

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Champaign County Rifle Association site.

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“Paratrooper” M1 carbine

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Got my hands on an Auto Ordnance M1 carbines in folding and standard configurations. I prefer the two-aperture flip sight because it doesn’t jump settings on recoil like the M2 ladder sight. I also like the wood better than the … 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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STI .22 conversion kit

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Oleg Volk

This STI conversion kit swaps instantly with the regular M1911 slide for cheap, low-recoil practice. 100 rounds of good quality .22LR cost about $6, 100 rounds of 45ACP ball closer to $40. The manual of arms differs from the standard … Continue reading →

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Another Twisted Industries rimfire conversion kit

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Twisted Industries now have a Keltec P11 conversion kit available. I am a fan. .22 conversion kits have two main purposes: reducing ammunition costs to between 10% (with 10mm Auto and similar) and 20% (in 9mm), and also easing the … Continue reading →

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None dare call this pretty.

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Oleg Volk

FN57 pistol is second only to High Point and some WW2 Japanese designs in full-out industrial ugliness. However, it is accurate, holds a useful number of rounds and, once sound-suppressed, comfortable to fire. This one is a part of the … Continue reading →

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New on CTD: The first purpose of handgun optics

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Read The first purpose of handgun optics.

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FN57

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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The training advantage of handgun

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Before the kids are old enough to be left alone…

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Oleg Volk

…teach them to deal with possible emergencies. Home invasions are among such events. This 10 year old girl has taken multiple courses at Front Sight and can run a Glock, a 1911 and an Uzi.

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