Tag Archives: 308

Sentries

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Oleg Volk

SCAR-H with Gemtech muzzle blast mitigation shield, Aimpoint T1, Inforce light. Camo by Kryptek.

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Flashy ammo

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Oleg Volk

PMC rifle ammunition is pretty flashy to begin with. This picture shows shot three or four in a sequence of rapid fire. By then, the build-up of hot gas and unburned powder particles caused a brighter muzzle flame than before. The … Continue reading →

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Good times

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Just spent a day making photos and videos, chatting with friends and shooting Vepr 12 and FG42. Great overcast weather, talented and well-equipped WW2 reenactor model, and a good day for me in terms of accuracy. FG42 with iron sights shot … Continue reading →

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Fallschirmjägergewehr 42

Posted on July 19, 2014 by Oleg Volk

FG42 from SMG Guns at the range. 308 rifle that shoots like a .223 AR, thanks to the integral spring-loaded recoil reducer in the stock.  

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Keltec RFB in teenage hands

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Sarah 15, under 100 pounds and left-handed. Forward ejecting RFB works fine for her even though it tips the scales at 14.2lb fully scoped, BUISed, suppressed and loaded. The balance is far enough back for comfortable hold. I used this … Continue reading →

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Larger magazines for Vepr .308 rifle

Posted on June 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Standard Vepr .308 comes with a 5rd and a 10rd magazines in polymer. In the past, two companies made 30-rd metal mags, but neither produces them now. Just found out that SGM Tactical makes all-polymer 25-rounders and tried them out … Continue reading →

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Forget guns, just learn karate! Right?

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Oleg Volk

One of the most famous martial arts, karate, evolved on Japanese-occupied Okinawa. While the current sport version concentrates on the empty hand style, the original used a variety of improvised weapons. They weren’t as good as swords or spears, but … Continue reading →

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Her daddy’s rifle

Posted on May 17, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Some girls run off with dad’s car keys. This one borrowed his M1A instead. She’s a junior Appleseed instructor already at age 18.

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M1A’s little sister

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

We test-fired the Mini-14 and a 20″ Colt HBAR earlier. With 55gr ball, the AR15 mounting a 1-4x Trijicon Accupoint yielded 3″ groups at 100. Mini-14 shot 2″ groups with 2.5x Leupold scout scope, shown above on the M1A. So … Continue reading →

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The crowd-sourced FAL.

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Various parts of this rifle came from Coonan,  DSA, Magpul and Galt’s Guns (who also did the awesome camo job). It runs great. The camo is very effective to the eye because our vision doesn’t have the selective focus of … Continue reading →

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People in difficult situations

Posted on February 9, 2014 by Oleg Volk
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Springfield M1A

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

My friend Red likes rifles.

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Thanks, Will!

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

While still sorting the many good photos that came out of the photo shoot at Will M-Four studio, I’d like to post a shout-out for Will and his site. Will’s kind invitation provided me with highly productive work day, new … Continue reading →

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Force multiplier

Posted on December 25, 2013 by Oleg Volk

A 52 year old woman, no matter now well trained, would be hard pressed to keep up with young men who make up the majority of violent criminals. Add a Glock to her hip and a .308 rifle to her … Continue reading →

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Tomboy by day, girly girl by night

Posted on December 22, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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H&K kind of girl

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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Grace (noun)

Posted on August 23, 2013 by Oleg Volk

For this little girl, Grace is both the name and the descriptive adjective. At 13, she evidences adult social graces and capabilities. Her parents can be quite proud of her. And the results: Toys: GSG 1911-22 with AAC Pilot suppressor, … Continue reading →

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An actual girly rifle

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Oleg Volk

My friend Kyle is holding a girly bolt action rifle. I think it’s in .280Rem (could be 308Win, I can’t recall). The point is, this rifle belongs to a girl. No pink furniture or Hello Kitty accents. So sorry to … Continue reading →

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Luxury vs. sufficiency

Posted on July 27, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Most full size and compact modern firearms are sufficient for self-defense. I’ve carried a wide variety and, while I have my favorites, wouldn’t feel too poorly armed even with my least favorite weapon. However, the line is much closer when … Continue reading →

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First focal plane option

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Oleg Volk

For people who like FFP scopes for the ability to use a rangefinding reticle at any magnification, Primary Arms makes an inexpensive 4-14x. I took a photo of this one during the NRA show but I’ve actually used one for … Continue reading →

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