Category Archives: self-defense

Practice target

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Printable PDF This target is designed to represent a realistic violent criminal actor. Shaded areas represent armor that is proof either against pistol and shotgun (both helmet and vest) or against rifle only (just the vest). VCA means “violent criminal … Continue reading →

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Best tools for riot control

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Oleg Volk

A single lawful person with the will and the means to open fire would have stopped the UK pogroms in seconds. Mobs seldom loiter once repeating firearms are heard nearby…casualties among the rioters would have been instructive to their cohorts … Continue reading →

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Два аргумента

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Oleg Volk

В связи с популярностью плаката, представляю перевод на русский язык.

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Two good arguments against arson and riots

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Oleg Volk

I think that one resolute person with a firearm could have ended the recent London riots in minutes. Unfortunately, British authorities seem to favor the thugs and would have tried to prosecute lawful self-defense…hence the disclaimer. Update: a good article … Continue reading →

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More on the nature of urban riots.

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Had the British rioters attacked the homes of the members of Parliament, water cannon or tear gas or live ammunition would have been used by now. But only the mere proles are being affected, so the government forces do little … Continue reading →

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.22 Magnum snubbie

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Lots of muzzle flash, lots of noise, not much recoil or muzzle rise. A reasonable defensive choice for people who can’t handle a heavy revolver or strong recoil. From a 2″ barrel, penetration with expansion is 11″, ~14.5″ with ball … Continue reading →

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Why AK-47?

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Two weeks ago, I got a note from Canada: I live in Canada where owning a firearm is not just problematic, but akin to signing a good part of your citizenship and rights away. The majority of people up here … Continue reading →

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Рога и копыта у негосударевых людей

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Что символизирует дар оружия? Доверие. Передавая тебе оружие, я доказываю свою веру в твою дружелюбность и вменяемость. Никто не подарит оружие человеку враждебному или безответственному. Мой подарок так же и доказательство моих собственных мирных намерений. В масштабах страны,  мы говорим … Continue reading →

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Public transportation, public security

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk

For some curious reason, our self-appointed social betters prefer collective solutions to the exclusion of private solutions. Public housing, public transportation, public protection in the form of police…invariably inefficient, insufficient and more expensive than private solutions. The expense is usually … Continue reading →

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An alternate version of the Brady Campaign poster

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Master and slave relationship?

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Oleg Volk

California legislature: “You may beg for permission to protect yourself.” Law-abiding person: “Please, Massa, may I?” California legislature: “Of course…not! Who do you think you are, Diane Fienstein?” Larger printable file

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Stop California AB144!

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Oleg Volk

AB144 would cause harm twice: once by denying self-defense than the current restrictions, and again by making gun owners invisible to the public. De-normalizing open carry would damage our rights in the long run. (Print size file)

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Seen at Panera Bread today

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Oleg Volk

A friendly Nashville family. The pistols are usually concealed.

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Does it quack like a duck?

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Oleg Volk

“Two of the shooters were dressed as uniformed police officers” “…he presented himself as a police officer” Mass murderers sometimes masquerade as authority figures to gain compliance from their victims. It’s becoming especially common with home invasions, as those are … Continue reading →

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Resting before a long ride

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Alany Helmantoler one of the most active California lobbyists in favor of civil rights (including the right to effective self-defense).

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Brady Campaign Terrorists

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Brady Campaign’s stated goal is to disarm American civilians, making them defenseless from criminals. When danger visits, it is never the disarmers who stand between us and the violence, but Bradies and their ilk are the first to complain about … Continue reading →

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Нельзя же настолько не доверять своим соотечествинникам!

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Человек с мелкокалиберным пистолетом для самозащиты не конкурент государству. Его эффективный радиус всего несколько метров, пули не способны пробить бронежилеты работников силовых структур. Прецедент разрешения только мелкокалиберных пистолетов уже есть — Германия начала двадцатого века позволяла только калибр 6.35мм (25ACP). … Continue reading →

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Massacre in Norway

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Not surprisingly, photos from the island show numerous rescuers with submachine guns on their shoulders. The mass killing ended when good people showed up with firepower of their own. Exactly the same happened in Virginia Tech. As soon as police … Continue reading →

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An Act of Self-Defense, the book

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Oleg Volk

I just read it and recommend it to others: An Act of Self-Defense by Erne Lewis. The book describes a possible future along the lines of “Unintended Consequences” but with somewhat greater realism. The writing quality is decent, the plot … Continue reading →

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Violent Luddites

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Anti-gun activists have much in common with the original Luddites. They blame new technologies and users of those technologies for their own plight, and aren’t above using violence to achieve their goals. Luddites did their own killing, whereas “anti-gunners” — … Continue reading →

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