Category Archives: self-defense

PPS43

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Oleg Volk
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Second Amendment for new arrivals

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Even though I knew of private gun ownership when I first came to the United States, there was still an emotional disconnect between seeing others own guns and realizing that my parents could. For people from even less RKBA friendly countries … Continue reading →

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Realistic Live Fire Training at Troy’s Gate: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on September 20, 2016 by Oleg Volk

An innovative and effective method for learning to think under stress.

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“Peaceful” should not mean “defenseless” (in Armenian)

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Oleg Volk

(With thanks to Hrachya H. for the translation.)

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Put your faith in 380ACP? New on AllOutdoor

Posted on September 7, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Compact 13-shot .380 from Turkey.

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New: Joshua MK5 on GunsWeek

Posted on September 7, 2016 by Oleg Volk

AR/AK/FAL features all in one rifle.

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Firearms Training in Nashville: highly recommended!

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Tatiana Whitlock, one of the best self-defense instructors I know, is coming to Nashville mid-September! She will be offering several courses. Carry with Confidence (pistol) Basic Carbine Tatiana is an absolutely amazing instructor, both supportive and good at guiding the learners … Continue reading →

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Expanding Slugs: new on American Shooting Journal

Posted on August 14, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Defensive loads for 12ga.

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Ethan Allen or similar Pepperbox revolvers

Posted on August 6, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Does anyone know the typical powder charges and velocity for .28, .32 or .36 caliber versions?

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AR57 review: new on American Shooting Journal

Posted on August 6, 2016 by Oleg Volk

A 5.7 Alternative For Self-defense, Varmint Hunting  

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Why such an emphasis on smaller and lighter guns: new on AllOutoor

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Oleg Volk

The change in demographics of gun ownership.

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In a hurry

Posted on July 28, 2016 by Oleg Volk

No time to unfold the stock or to put on pants 🙂

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Firearms, a matter of credibility

Posted on July 27, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Assuming an ideal spherical teenager in vacuum…ok, let’s not. Let’s use this very specific 12 year old in a hypothetical situation of being threatened by something human-like. From the perspective of the predator, which of her weapons would pose the … Continue reading →

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Inland M1 carbines: new on Alloutdoor

Posted on July 26, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Reproductions of WW2 models and variations on the theme.

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Hi-Point C9 pistol: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on July 25, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Cheap or Inexpensive?

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Guns, fidelity and genital size

Posted on July 18, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Reading anti-gunner comments about guns being compensations for small genitals, I wonder if they realize the assertion is a compliment. In nature, species with relatively large genitals are engaged in sperm competition, generally stemming from non-monogamous mating habits. Developing large … Continue reading →

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Living in Fear. Not Living in Fear. New on AllOutdoor

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Salubrious psychological effect of gun ownership by vulnerable populations.

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Terminology is important

Posted on July 3, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Sturmgewehr 44, the historic “assault rifle”, was a general purpose military weapon, moderately good in several roles but specialized for none. The name was an attempt to make wishful thinking become reality by raising troop morale. Since the generic term “assault rifle” … Continue reading →

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All smiles

Posted on July 3, 2016 by Oleg Volk

The joy of personal empowerment.

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The real reason for shooting back

Posted on July 3, 2016 by Oleg Volk

In military actions prior to the Crimean War, the ratio of dead to wounded was usually around 1:1. After the 1850s, medical corps were formed and more of the wounded survived. By WW2, 1:2 ratio was common, and modern US … Continue reading →

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