Category Archives: weapon

She taking a dim view of something…

Posted on March 11, 2017 by Oleg Volk

I wonder what that something is.  

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California girl in America

Posted on March 2, 2017 by Oleg Volk

In the finest tradition of Japanese anime, running a belt through the M60 gets a big smile from a 14 year old girl. She showed good competency and safety habits…especially considering that was her first time ever on a range!

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Self-identification matters

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Oleg Volk

I identify as an American. My Thompson identifies as a Chicago typewriter. It’s a First Amendment matter now.

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Shooting the breeze with friends

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Oleg Volk

I will post the technical review later, but for now I just want to note how much I enjoy being able to both shoot and have a conversation with my friends at the same time.

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Web-sized PDF of Kel-Tec print catalog

Posted on January 22, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Since I am very pleased with how it turned out, I am making it available for download. You will probably see familiar faces in it.

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Tailhook pistol brace, Inland M1911A1 range report: two new on AllOutdoor

Posted on January 16, 2017 by Oleg Volk

The Accurate Inland A pistol brace that actually works.

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CroMagnon Humanoid “Self-Healing” 3D Targets: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Getting closer to realism in training.

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S&W .22 Victory review: TK accessories

Posted on January 9, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Making a good pistol even better.

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This is why gun ownership remains a political controversy

Posted on January 7, 2017 by Oleg Volk

All other concerns — hunting, sport, even self-defense — are secondary considerations to people who do not wish to be ruled…and to the fiends whose self-worth depends on ruling others.

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A walk in the woods does a soul good

Posted on January 7, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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Office help

Posted on January 5, 2017 by Oleg Volk

One of the best things about freelancing: I get to choose who works with me.

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Sig MPX pistol review: new on ASJ

Posted on January 3, 2017 by Oleg Volk

An illustrated review.

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Bond Bullpup aka XR9-S: new on Big 3 East

Posted on January 3, 2017 by Oleg Volk

A unique bullpup 9mm gets a new engineering home.

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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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Longslide .45

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Oleg Volk

A review of this Eagle XL is coming soon. In the meantime, does anyone know where I can get aftermarket sights to fit Iver Johnson brand 1911?

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Flapper girl

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Oleg Volk
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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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RDB carbine in action

Posted on December 25, 2016 by Oleg Volk

In slow motion, the lack of muzzle rise on recoil is very obvious. More RDB info.

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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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Good people I know

Posted on December 18, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Three gunsmiths socializing in the manner to which they are accustomed. Scott cleans up well, so he’s showed up in quite a few of the commercial ads and editorials I’ve made. He’s pretty hardy, too.

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