Category Archives: rkba

Producing a 2015 photo calendar?

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Would any of my blog readers know how to produce and distribute a picture calendar? I’d like to use my RKBA images for that but don’t have the spare time to see the project to completion.

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Forget guns, just learn karate! Right?

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Oleg Volk

One of the most famous martial arts, karate, evolved on Japanese-occupied Okinawa. While the current sport version concentrates on the empty hand style, the original used a variety of improvised weapons. They weren’t as good as swords or spears, but … Continue reading →

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Marlin 795 LTR: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Appleseed special: Liberty Training Rifle.

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Hot lead is better than cold steel.

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Learn to sling it effectively. Appleseed Cameo appearance by Tech Sights.

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My photos in Russia again.

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Oleg Volk

A show of my photos as a part of Right to Arms presentation called “My home is my castle” in Tula, Russia. Tula was long the center of gun production there, so importing gun posters has a Coals to Newcastle … Continue reading →

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Peaceful uses of explosives

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Oleg Volk

In response to my recent post, everyone focused on combat uses of explosives. While that is an important use, it is relatively uncommon. Just as firearms are used for recreation, hunting and other non-defensive uses far, far more often than … Continue reading →

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Ever wondered why Japan has no gun rights movement?

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Consider that the ready access to explosives has been only restricted in the US for less than one lifetime. How many civil rights RKBA activists even try to get access to explosives and various tools containing them (grenades, mines, detcord, … Continue reading →

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Force multiplier

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Oleg Volk

A 52 year old woman, no matter now well trained, would be hard pressed to keep up with young men who make up the majority of violent criminals. Add a Glock to her hip and a .308 rifle to her … Continue reading →

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ATF trying to make NFA compliance process even more onerous

Posted on December 6, 2013 by Oleg Volk

This time, by restricting NFA trusts. You can comment on their web site. Here’s an example of a constructive comment written by my IP attorney Glenn Bellamy, aka Armorer at Law. Rob Allen and Joe Huffman also have sample letters … Continue reading →

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Busy, busy…in America and in Russia.

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Oleg Volk

While I have been scrambling, camera in hand, through rocky hills of Austin, TX with my friends from TWS, quite a few of my photos got circulated in Russia at the second RKBA convention.  Many will see yourselves on the … Continue reading →

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More from the archives

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

AAC flash hider and QD suppressor (M4-2000) Preparing to launch a 37mm smoke. The rifle is a Mossberg MMR with 4x Trijicon ACOG scope and a Primary Arms micro dot. Smith & Wesson M&P in 300BLK with Dueck Defense sights … Continue reading →

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Photos for publications

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

These images were all made for print magazines. Most were published, some were not — now you can see them all here. Czechpoint .357 revolver. Higher left hand position would have been nice. One reason to try to flee: handgun … Continue reading →

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Jeopardy, opportunity, ability

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

The shooting of Andy Lopez for the “crime” of carrying an airsoft toy gun in California is interesting for several reasons. One, the shooter is an acquaintance whom I know through the Firing Line forum and regard favorably, largely thanks … Continue reading →

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“Shoot to Win” by Chris Cheng

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Oleg Volk

For the past year, I’ve been taking photos for Chris Cheng’s upcoming book. This book is now available for pre-order. I endorse it.

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Heller Commemorative .44 Bulldog

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Charter Arms supports Heller Foundation. You can also support them, either by buying this revolver or by making a direct donation.

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Newlyweds in training

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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Two lessons from the biker attack on a family in NY

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Oleg Volk

We now learn that cops were among the bikers who attacked a traveling family in New York and took an active role in the beating. Two lessons jump out at me: 1. Given a choice, try to avoid jurisdictions like … Continue reading →

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From empty hand to full in a second

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Ruger LC9 with Viridian Reactor R5 resided in a holster corset. Very quick and allows for discreet carry of fairly large pistols (up to G19 or 3.5″ M1911).

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Uzi loaded with tracers

Posted on September 28, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Wherever he is, John Galt probably prefers a weapon with more range. The Uzi, especially with the solid wooden stock, does work all right to about 100 meters. A little more forward lean would have been nice, but it worked … Continue reading →

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The inexplicable ban on purely defensive guns

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Oleg Volk

The two derringers she’s holding are chambered in .22 Short. They through a 27-29gr bullets at about 700fps, enough for 6-8 inches of penetration in flesh. Due to the minimal sights, they can be aimed reliably only at a fairly … Continue reading →

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