Tag Archives: 223

Trade show display for Eurosports LLC

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Tula Ammo USA

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AR15 wallpaper (1920×1080)

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Oleg Volk

AXTS lower, Bushmaster upper with MI quad rail and BUIS, Primary Arms microdot on a UTG riser, Magpul furniture.

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Pint-sized AR15

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Jackie is 5’1″. One of the two teen-sized rifles made for me by Doublestar fit her perfectly. Although she’s shot AKM47 before, she said those were rather large and heavy. Fitting the rifle to her stature ought to make for … Continue reading →

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Bushmaster M17-S, new post at CTD blog

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Read about this peculiar rifle at CTD.

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Photo for an upcoming article

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Oleg Volk

One of the many photos taken for a Harris Publications article about Head Down Products XPR15. Shown with Primary Arms 3x prismatic scope.

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New on CTD blog: the designer of Leader T2

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Charles St.George and his guns, part one of three. First look at several new photos, too.

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Wallpaper for Daewoo K2 fans

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Oleg Volk

ACE

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If the shoe fits, you dance better — another article up on CTD blog

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Short, light rifles for use by women and kids.

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Small form, big power: PLR16

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Oleg Volk

PLR16 is a .223 pistol designed for short and medium range hunting and self-defense. For reactive shooting, it’s typically stabilized by pushing out against the sling. For longer range, use a bipod or some improvised support. 9.2″ barrel provides muzzle … Continue reading →

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Range report…tomorrow

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Went to On Target (turn off speakers before clicking — loud sound effects on that site) range today. Shot indoors for the first time in a year and it was a nice experience. Friendly and helpful staff, good ventilation and … Continue reading →

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In tall grass

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Rainier Arms rifle on AXTS ambi receiver.

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I need more spare time

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Oleg Volk

I’ve had this rifle for almost three months now. I have yet to shoot it myself… Anderson Mfg. sniper rifle (20″ barrel, .223Rem) with 3.5-15x Nightforce scope and YHM BUIS.

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Adults shooting kids’ rifles

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Last weekend, I finally zeroed one of the Crickett rifles I have, the left-handed version. I zeroed it at 25m and then tried firing for effect. From prone position, I was able to hit 12ga shotgun shell hulls laid out … Continue reading →

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Ambidextrous rifle from Rainier Arms

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Nice rifle, pity it isn’t mine. The Samson forend is quite small in circumference and very light thanks to careful skeletonizing. Magpul UBR stock, grip, sights and rail sling attachment. AXTS receiver has all controls duplicated left and right. Rainier … Continue reading →

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Two sighting options

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Oleg Volk

This CORE15 rifle is set up with Norden Performance 1-6x scope (designed by Ed Verdugo who also designed 1-4x GRSC scope) and Dueck Defense offset sights.

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Offset backup sights

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Oleg Volk

I address similar BUIS to my precision 20″ AR15 but they were standard Yankee Hill sights on Midwest Industries 45* adapters. Dueck sights come with their own mounts and this solution is a little more streamlined. On the other hand, … Continue reading →

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Head Down XPR15 HDR

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk

For a Tactical Weapons article. Head Down

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(Pre)Teen Rifle

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Oleg Volk

This boy is 11. He’s been shooting since age 6. During the entire photo shoot with various firearms, he’s shown excellent safety habits, better than most adults. The rifle was custom-built by Doublestar. Red dot is a PA micro. Eye … Continue reading →

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GRSC 1-4x scope on a Bushmaster ACR

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Oleg Volk

GRSC scope has a clever rangefinding/BDC reticle. Shown with Bobro QD mount.

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“Teen rifle” by Doublestar

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Standard A2 AR15 is much too long and heavy for many new shooters, especially teenagers and smaller-statured women. The wonderful modularity of AR rifles means all these problems can be addressed. I had this rifle built specifically for training newbies. … Continue reading →

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