Category Archives: self-defense

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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Moriah Combs shoots Origin 12

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Full power slugs fired from this shotgun feel much like shooting an AK47. Low recoil and rifle-like manual of arms make it my top choice among shoothbores. Moriah Combs runs it like a pro. Today, about 1400 Brenneke slugs arrived, … Continue reading →

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“Civilize them with a Krag”: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Can 120 year old designs suffice for modern riot control?

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That’s crazy talk!

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Blaming the sane and the law-abiding for crimes of the crazy and the criminal is a pretty good indication of a mental disorder. Should such people even be holding public offices?

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A Hebrew adaptation of my article

Posted on June 16, 2016 by Oleg Volk

A fairly close adaptation of Alleged intent of gun control vs. actual observable goals has been translated to Hebrew by Amit Nachman.

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3.5lb AR15 is coming: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Fostech’s 3.5-pound AR-15

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100+ casualties in a gay dance club attack? Time for Pink Pistols.

Posted on June 12, 2016 by Oleg Volk

(Edited for factual info) One fiend attacks a crowd and kills 50, wounds more. How was that possible in a state where concealed carry is legal and plenty of people go armed? Unfortunately, I see several contributing factors: Carry is … Continue reading →

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.50 caliber 1911 — new on American Shooting Journal

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Guncrafter Industries’ Model No. 4 50 GI

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If you shoot 5.7x28mm ammunition

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Take a look at RR Weapon Systems 5.7 loads, especially R37X (0.66″ mushrooms on the right). Loaded to full power (2680fps from 16″ AR57 barrel), accurate for the caliber (2MOA), and good terminal performer (penetrates 12″ of gel).

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Hi-Point 380ACP Carbine: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Odd specifications, good performance.

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Third issue of TheSear is up

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Oleg Volk

With my article Winning Hearts and Minds in it.

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Luger P08 with Modern Ammunition: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Retro Carry Option  

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Self-defense Firearm Selection for a Non-Shooter: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on May 8, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Optimizing defensive weapon selection under specific constraints.

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Chiappa Triple Crown 20ga: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Oleg Volk

A fun shotgun with real-world uses.

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In Defense of Open-Bolt Firearms for Civilian Use: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Why submachine guns should have a legitimate place in the arsenal of free people.

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You’d be making noise either way

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Oleg Volk

(Beretta 1301 Comp in a recoil-reducing stock)

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Don’t hide behind your pets

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Dogs are less likely to use deadly force appropriately than responsible people. Depending on their training, they may hurt a person who shouldn’t be bitten or fail to go after a genuine intruder. Dogs are more likely to get hurt … Continue reading →

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How perishable are skills?

Posted on April 25, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Guns aren’t very complicated, yet somehow every rifle class starts with people trying to remember their zero settings, fumbling with slings and generally acting incompetently. That’s understandable, as we seldom get to carry or use rifles. With pistol, most people … Continue reading →

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