Category Archives: weapon

Hats

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Oleg Volk

You have probably seen my favorite green hat in quite a few photos. I got that hat in trade way back in 1999 when the guy buying my 9×18 Makarov was a few bucks short of cash and threw it … Continue reading →

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Is That a Gun in Your Pocket?

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Being able to go from very casual to extremely purposeful in a second can be a tactical advantage.

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A Pocketful of Wallop

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Pocket carry is one of the most discreet ways of going armed. Doing it effectively requires two things: being able to carry the weapon comfortably and discreetly, and being able to present it quickly and effectively. The first condition is … Continue reading →

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The mis-directed fetish of marksmanship.

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Oleg Volk

I am a great fan of armed and trained civilians. But I’d like to point out that the “hundreds of thousands of deer hunters” are no military snipers and do not overmatch regular infantry. A very well trained rifleman with … Continue reading →

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Faxon uppers — a better mousetrap.

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Oleg Volk

At the recent industry shoot, I had a chance to try new Faxon AR uppers. The design is an AK-style long-stroke piston with a FAL-type gas regulator. It allows effective suppressed use without any gas blowback at the shooter. Little … Continue reading →

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Don’t wait for a knight in shining armor.

Posted on October 14, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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CZ .308 counter-sniper rifle

Posted on October 14, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Very handy device.

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Plinking today

Posted on October 13, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Went to the range to take photos of Chris Cheng (Top Shot season 4 winner). A couple friends came along, one of them is shown here. This was her third range trip ever. Somehow I didn’t get any photos with … Continue reading →

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Appleseed event at Manchaster, TN

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Stopped by briefly to watch the instructional process. Took photos of other people at the range as well.

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Triple weapon light

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Javelin J600W light, pretty bright.

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Can your rifle be accurately aimed one-handed?

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Rogue | Vortex scope and red dot | X14 drum

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FPS Russia

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Oleg Volk

FPS Russia with his M1A-based Rogue bullpup. Skeletonized XS drum shows its internal details. Seen at Rockastle Bullpup Shoot.

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Quoted on Voice of Russia

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Recently, I responded to questions from a journalist writing for an English-language publication there. The article, Gun Controlling Your Children: a Family Affair just came out. Technically, it has several phrasing and factual errors but the overall tone and the … Continue reading →

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Light your target before lighting it up.

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Fun Gun.

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Armed with a gun she made.

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Kaitlyn Lemmons is a 07 manufacturer. She made the semi-auto closed bolt PPSh42 that’s in her hands. I was very impressed by the quality of the weapons she produces. Diva Arsenal

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Does this look heavy to you?

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Oleg Volk

She doesn’t seem to have much trouble aiming the rifle with a scope and a 50rd drum. The rest of us might just need a few more minutes of daily exercise. I like Tennessee. I get to work with models … Continue reading →

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Verifying zero.

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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After the raid.

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Getting an upgrade.

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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