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Another Opmod prop: a rifle bag

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Opmod rifle case comes in three lengths, from 33 inches to 43 inches (shown). It’s a basic design, pretty sturdy and decently padded to protect the rifle. Not visible in the photo is a wide shoulder strap.

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Keeping a low profile.

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

In Tennessee, openly carried pistols and obvious long gun cases don’t get much attention. In other states, discretion is a good idea because of government agents and other thieves. Some people carry pistols in diaper bags on the assumption that … Continue reading →

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Nashville-based pistol training

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Oleg Volk

My friend Justin has trained new shooters for a long time. His interest and proficiency with firearms predate his police work by several years. This year, he is offering more formal training through Condition One. In particular, the pistol course … Continue reading →

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Mordor of the Midwest

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Oleg Volk

On the way to the NRA convention, my friend Dennis and I wound up cutting through about twelve miles of Illinois territory and went through the main street of Cairo. The entire town looked like this or worse. The only … Continue reading →

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Publishing names of carry permit holders

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Say Uncle reports that yet another newspaper publishes names of permit holders. While potentially harmful to people on the list, it’s more harmful to people not on the list. A stalker can now check on his victim’s probable lack of … Continue reading →

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