Tag Archives: revolver

Iver Johnson Sealed 8 revolver

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Model 844, 1950s production. The backs of the chambers are recessed to enclose the case heads, which isn’t a bad idea with rimfire cartridges. The front of the cylinder is extended to reduce the forcing cone flash. Ejection of all … Continue reading →

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Good weather makes range time that much better.

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Rimfire STG44. Cutts compensator doing its job well. Mike, obviously compensating for something. (Photo by Mike Branson) Full report on Savage mkII-SR, JRC 9mm, STG44, Henry .22 and others coming a little later.

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Striker 12 revolver shotgun

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Striker 12 is a fairly clever device but, at the core, it is a revolver. Revolving wheel lock carbines have been around since the early 1500s. That didn’t stop BATF from classifying it as a “destructive device” subject to registration … Continue reading →

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Actress Morrigan Sanders

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Actress Morrigan Sanders is 14. She’s holding a Model 1916 S&W, British Contract in .455 Webley, Enfield arsenal marked, converted to .45 Long Colt after the War, refinished and with Pachmayr grips. To quote her father: “Morrigan tears out the … Continue reading →

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Brock Townsend

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Today, I had the pleasure of meeting Brock, the author of Free North Carolina.

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Armed response

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Chiappo Rhino .357 coming out of a Woolstenhulme gun purse. The flip-flops aren’t good for combat, but not everybody dresses around condition yellow.

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For Jessica’s fans

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Oleg Volk

From an old photo shoot.

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Major Lawrence?

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Pity nobody makes the Webley these days. To me, its ergonomics are just about perfect for a revolver.

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Revolver

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Oleg Volk

M361

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Heller Commemorative .44Spl Bulldog

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Heller Foundation | Charter Arms fundraiser

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.22 Magnum snubbie

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Lots of muzzle flash, lots of noise, not much recoil or muzzle rise. A reasonable defensive choice for people who can’t handle a heavy revolver or strong recoil. From a 2″ barrel, penetration with expansion is 11″, ~14.5″ with ball … Continue reading →

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Нельзя же настолько не доверять своим соотечествинникам!

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Человек с мелкокалиберным пистолетом для самозащиты не конкурент государству. Его эффективный радиус всего несколько метров, пули не способны пробить бронежилеты работников силовых структур. Прецедент разрешения только мелкокалиберных пистолетов уже есть — Германия начала двадцатого века позволяла только калибр 6.35мм (25ACP). … Continue reading →

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Coyotes

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Oleg Volk

I didn’t think much about the local wildlife until my cat took to venturing outside regularly. Now I have to worry about coyotes, skunks, foxes, raptors and other cats. Ammo | Revolver

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A more productive startle response

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Chiappa Rhino

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Simpler in design than Mateba Unica semi-auto revolver, Rhino feels much better balanced. DA trigger is fairly smooth, single is odd (lots of take-up), fiber optic sights are easy to see. I didn’t have the opportunity to fire it but … Continue reading →

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Charter Arms .44Spl Bulldog with CCI “flying ashtrays”

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Brassfetcher gelatin test results from a 4″ barrel. Results from 2.5″ barrel are quite close. 44Special and 45ACP are almost ballistic twins. Wider hollow points possible in revolver rounds make up any difference. Bulldog | Blazer ballistic data

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This is why you see numerous Charter revolvers on this blog

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Of all the firearm makers, Charter Arms has been the most supportive of the Heller Foundation. In turn, I am supportive of them. If you can make a small donation to Heller Foundation, please do it. If you can make … Continue reading →

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Sideguard holsters everywhere

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Oleg Volk

A friend brought me his revolver and two holsters for photos. Since his J-frame fits a new IWB Sideguard I have here, I took it out of the case…and found a Sideguard pocket holster within. Here it is: Erik’s work … Continue reading →

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Good quality, inexpensive pocket holster for J-frame or Charter .38

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Met Luke Adams at SHOT show and was very impressed by the quality of his leather work. He makes holsters to order and they are a steal at the prices he charges. His designs are sensible and extremely durable — … Continue reading →

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