Category Archives: pistol

Defensive weapon for the infirm.

Posted on August 13, 2020 by Oleg Volk

Rimfire pistols are seldom the answer to defensive needs, but they fit one niche well. The defender in this case is an 86-year-old woman who lives alone. Her hand and arm strength are minimal, so full-weight handguns are not in … Continue reading →

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Vintage guns with fixed sights.

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Oleg Volk

This revolver was designed with 38/200 military load in mind. Shooting it with lighter 148gr loads produces a different vertical point of impact, sometimes a horizontal offset as well.

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Recent articles

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Oleg Volk
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Accommodating lasers with custom holsters

Posted on December 30, 2019 by Oleg Volk

I’ve been using a Kahr P9 since 2001. Thin form, light weight of the pistol, and the excellent design of Alessi Talon Plus holster made it one of the most comfortable carry pistols I’ve ever tried. I obtained a laser … Continue reading →

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Another review posted.

Posted on May 13, 2019 by Oleg Volk
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More SHOT Show finds

Posted on February 5, 2019 by Oleg Volk
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Two new Keltec guns: new on Alloutdoor

Posted on January 11, 2019 by Oleg Volk
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Q100 pistol review: new on Dillon Blue Press

Posted on November 4, 2018 by Oleg Volk

See page 78 of the most recent Blue Press for the detailed review.

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Selecting a barrel for S&W Victory .22: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Oleg Volk

The long and the short of it.

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Slim, yet powerful.

Posted on October 22, 2018 by Oleg Volk

That also describes her Sig P365.

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Today’s photos, the first two edits.

Posted on September 11, 2018 by Oleg Volk
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Pregnancy and contact martial arts do not mix.

Posted on September 9, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Ranged solutions tend to be more convincing…even before shots are fired. Obviously, it’s best to have training completed before pregnancy progresses much.

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Editing old photos

Posted on August 23, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Every so often, I look through old images and find something worth editing. This photo from last year was one such picture. Sometimes, people from my past reach out and that prompts me to review the archives, finding something editable … Continue reading →

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Two WW2 commemoratives just made for each other.

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Winchester WW2 series | Inland Mfg. M1911A1

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Casting couch for an action movie?

Posted on August 4, 2018 by Oleg Volk
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Testing Kydex holsters for comfort: new on AllOutdoors

Posted on August 4, 2018 by Oleg Volk

The only way to find out if something works…is to try it out.

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Siblings

Posted on May 14, 2018 by Oleg Volk

CJ (10) and Shyanne (13) are what’s right with American youth. Smart, personable and more independent than many adults, they are my allies for winning the future from the authoritarian busybodies.  

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One and a half seconds

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Oleg Volk

A second and a half from rest to first shot is considered a reasonably quick draw from concealment. Two is a bit slow. How slow is waiting for cops to show up after either bystander call them or you — … Continue reading →

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The ethical imperative for small arms in private hands: new on GAT Daily

Posted on April 1, 2018 by Oleg Volk

The ethical imperative for small arms in private hands.

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“Be sure to come unarmed.”

Posted on March 31, 2018 by Oleg Volk

The date went well, though they disagreed on a few things: he carried, she thought all guns should be banned.  They decided to meet again. “I’ll make dinner Friday night. Come over around 6pm,” he said “And be sure to arrive … Continue reading →

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