Tag Archives: 357Mag

There’s no cavalry to the rescue.

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Oleg Volk
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Articles old and new

Posted on March 29, 2018 by Oleg Volk

Another new article on Shooting Illustrated about bullpup stock for the Hi-Point carbine. American Shooting Journal an older article available online: Aero Precision M5E1. Aero Precision M5E1      

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My article in Blue Press

Posted on September 26, 2017 by Oleg Volk

My article about reloading pistol caliber cartridges is out in Dillon Blue Press October issue, on page 62. For best layout, download the file and view it in “facing pages” mode.

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Sarah is back.

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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New York Reload

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Oleg Volk

“New York Reload” describes drawing a second gun in preference to reloading the first under fire. While tshirts describing the concept are available, the practice itself isn’t. NYC remains one of the most restrictive jurisdictions in regards to carry or … Continue reading →

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Angel Kim

Posted on April 17, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Engraved Smith&Wesson M27, I think.

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For the children? Think further out!

Posted on July 5, 2015 by Oleg Volk
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Hast Holster

Posted on March 14, 2015 by Oleg Volk

The leather is worthy of the gun it encases, S&W M27.  

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A mix of classic and new

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Oleg Volk

Last year, I was curious what happened to KD Holsters and discovered that the brand was no longer. But some of their designs live on through Nelson Holsters. James Ervin Nelson took the most popular designs from several old brands, … Continue reading →

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Recoil is relative.

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Actress Morrigan Sanders, age 16, doesn’t usually shoot Coonans. But not because they kick too much…

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The main reason for Coonan popularity

Posted on January 11, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Coonan pistols in particular are very accurate, have good triggers and tame the .357 recoil well — especially when compensated. Absence of barrel to cylinder gap means no pressure loss, so muzzle velocity of 1400fps with 158gr and 1600fps with … Continue reading →

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If you shoot 357Mag for effect, get a Coonan

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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Minimizing snubbie recoil.

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Oleg Volk

I am having a friend hand-load two different 110gr jacketed hollow points. I also got a box of Magtech 38Spl 95gr all-copper ammo to go with the all-copper Federal .357 rounds. I was going to link to the Lucky Gunner … Continue reading →

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Where flat-shooting pistols really shine

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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Some of us *are* compensating…

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Oleg Volk

…for the muzzle flip from 1600fps of muzzle velocity!

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Zombies, Werewolves, Vampires and More Common Threats, Too

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Ammunition is loaded pretty hot and works best in Coonan pistols and strong revolvers like GP100. We got close to 1600fps from the 5″ autoloader. You get eight rounds, enough for a full magazine and one in the chamber.

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Good Things Come Out of Knoxville

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Coonan Eye Candy

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Coonan

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Nice Leather for Good Iron

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Armed response

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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