Category Archives: self-defense

California, 25 years later

Posted on June 27, 2017 by Oleg Volk

The rifle, fed with stripper clips, is actually California-legal for now. The Glock as well, with 10-round magazines. Actual defense against rioters…not so sure. Urban cops might take the side of the looters. On the plus side, it seems that … Continue reading →

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Hospital carry: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Hospital Carry: the Next Frontier for the Right to Self-Defense

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An Italian adaptation of my article about gun control now available

Posted on June 13, 2017 by Oleg Volk

About Alleged and Observable Goals of Gun Control. Controllo delle armi: scopi dichiarati e scopi reali a confronto

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For long walks under the moon…

Posted on June 11, 2017 by Oleg Volk

…bring a companion. Jericho PSL 9mm compact.

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What can the Brits do?

Posted on June 3, 2017 by Oleg Volk

With proper ammunition, even an over an under shotgun can be a formidable weapon in a pinch, but the issue with the UK is that what weapons are owned may not be carried. That reminds me unpleasantly of New York … Continue reading →

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A right and a responsibility.

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Ukrainian translation of my poster about self-defense.

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Tatiana Whitlock

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Oleg Volk

An article about her with my photos.

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Last call on firearms training near Nashville

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Today, I discovered that one of the two class links in my previous posts was malformed…maybe that’s why only a couple of people signed up for the class by Monday 13. The rifle course has three students signed up, the … Continue reading →

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Discount on top notch training

Posted on January 29, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Carry with Confidence, Saturday 18 Basic carbine course, Sunday 19 I mentioned there classes earlier. Now, you can enroll for less: use friendsofoleg2017 discount code to save 15% off the listed prices.

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Top grade firearm training in Nashville, February 2017

Posted on January 1, 2017 by Oleg Volk

The awesome Tatiana Whitlock will be in Nashville February 18-19 to offer two courses. I recommend her coaching very highly — she’s an amazing shooter and no less amazing teacher, able to work with new learners or to improve already … Continue reading →

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Fighting doesn’t guarantee either victory or survival.

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Oleg Volk

But inability to fight pretty much guarantees extinction or subjugation. “The Last Jew in Vinnytsia” history. A typical American Jew is a little harder to victimize: The same applies to other ethnic, religious, and behavioural minorities.  

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Learning from the misfortunes of others

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Since assassins, same as other violent criminals, get to choose the time and the place of the attack, they often land the first hit before the victim can respond. To that end, concealable armor can be a lifesaver. The example … Continue reading →

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Why not both?

Posted on December 13, 2016 by Oleg Volk

I keep seeing comments along the lines of: “Instead of telling women to carry guns, teach men not to rape.” Why should the two measures be exclusive of each other? The same applies to self-defense at home: 911 on the … Continue reading →

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The .50 Caliber Glock: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Guncrafter Industries conversion uppers.

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A true sign of an effete civilization…

Posted on November 23, 2016 by Oleg Volk

…is the reluctance to initiate warfare, rapine and bloody mayhem, like true servants of benevolent gods do. Instead, we wait, like little scared bitches, for others to start the fight so that we can end it without guilt.

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Automatic vs. Semi-Auto: new on Alloutdoor

Posted on November 23, 2016 by Oleg Volk

How government regulations retard progress.

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Road blocked ahead by trash?

Posted on November 19, 2016 by Oleg Volk

I’ve brought a broom.

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“With all this excitement…”

Posted on November 19, 2016 by Oleg Volk

“…I can’t recall if I fired six shots or only five. But being as this is a seven-shot Nagant, you don’t have to ask yourself if you feel lucky, punk. You aren’t.”

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SVT40

Posted on November 19, 2016 by Oleg Volk

This might explain why certain people prefer to riot in Oakland and Berkeley rather than in Inwood, WV. The locals would have put too much of a crimp in their style. Bonus: SVT40 photos from 2004.

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Quiet before the firestorm

Posted on November 17, 2016 by Oleg Volk

17+1 rounds of 10mm Auto await their rapid stage entry.  

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