Category Archives: rifle

Just another cubicle dweller

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Oleg Volk

One of the office workers at Primary Arms with a Daniel Defense MK18 kitted out with 3rd Gen Magpul 30-rounder, Primary Arms red dot and tac light.

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First focal plane option

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Oleg Volk

For people who like FFP scopes for the ability to use a rangefinding reticle at any magnification, Primary Arms makes an inexpensive 4-14x. I took a photo of this one during the NRA show but I’ve actually used one for … Continue reading →

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Personal Independence

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Obviously, providing for own safety is only one facet of independent living. Being able and willing to work, having interpersonal skills to navigate the social environment are other necessary components. Those skills, more than material inheritance, are what caring parents … Continue reading →

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Accessorizing the AK

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Furniture and magazine: Tapco Optic rail: Ultimak Co-witnessed red dot sight: Lucid M7 Load-bearing vest: High Speed Gear Active hearing protection: MSA

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A matter of priorities

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Single shot Ferret 50 with, of course, a Nightforce scope. Hornady 750-grain match ammo.

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My Little Badger article is up on AllOutdoor.com

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Oleg Volk

A review of this unusual carbine.

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My buddy Scott

Posted on June 16, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Just a snapshot from the last weekend.

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Lucid L5 6-24×50 scope updated

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Oleg Volk

I put a Lucid 6-24x scope on the JP SCR11 precision rifle. The scope has a well-considered bullet drop compensating reticle and so works well for precision shooting. My sole complaint with it was the abrasive feel of the turret … Continue reading →

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This is my burka. There are many like it…

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Soviet “Ameba” suit often used by snipers during WW2. Mosin 91/30 rifle with 3.5x PU scope.

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Addressing a common misconception

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Joe Huffman’s blog tracks examples of what he calls Markley’s Law, the tendency of anti-freedom people to equate gun ownership with penis envy. Dismissing this affectation would be the simplest course of action, but the delusion seems common enough to … Continue reading →

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A Swiss Spartan?

Posted on June 2, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Looking at his sleeve more closely… Give up the K31? Only if the foes take all of the GP11 first, center mass. Then, the bayonet.

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Most guns will do if you will

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Out of these three rifles, I’d have to go with the SKS by preference. SVT40 has a harsh recoil and complex disassembly, K31 has an awkward safety and the paper/foil clips have to be oriented in a specific way for … Continue reading →

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Personal Defense Weapon

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Oleg Volk

BT9 is basically a 9mm pistol with a shoulder stock to aid in accurate shooting. In semi-auto form, it works well to 200m, especially with an optic like the Trijicon Reflex 2 shown. Nearly no felt recoil. A great defensive … Continue reading →

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Keltec P32 pistol in Swiss use

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Oleg Volk

P210 and P220 are the official pistols in Swiss army, militia and some police use. I also saw Glock and Sphinx pistols in police holsters. But the most common “unofficial” sidearm seems to be the P32. My Swiss friends estimate … Continue reading →

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Sig552 carbine with a Trijicon scope

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Oleg Volk

After a day of running around and controlling the rifle with one hand part of the time, the appeal of short carbines becomes compelling. Optics negate the reduction of the iron sight radius. Muzzle velocity does drop some but not … Continue reading →

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The mainstay of the Swiss infantry

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Sig550 with 4x optic from 1976. QD mount allows true return to zero. The scopes are slowly getting phased out as the supply of parts runs out. The thin bipod is surprisingly sturdy and allows good control of automatic fire. … Continue reading →

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Recent fun and games.

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Both days featured sunshine, rain, snow and hail mixed up randomly. Alain Baeriswyl is an exceptionally good coach. Both the shooting course and the Minuteman training were informative, challenging, fun and lend themselves to further practice of the skills taught. … Continue reading →

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Using offset red dot sight

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Let’s say you are using a 1-6x scope set to 6x when you suddenly need to make a precise shot much closer. One way to do that is to turn the rifle 45* (or some lesser angle if you have … Continue reading →

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Encouraging sights at the NRA convention.

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Oleg Volk

This boy, at the show with his grandfather, was excited about an aftermarket stock for his 10-22 that was a perfect fit. The girl, at Savage Arms booth with her mother and older sister, was trying out a Stevens 512 … Continue reading →

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RFB in mid-cycle

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Oleg Volk

No muzzle rise even while the bolt is still moving forward to chamber the next round.

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