Tag Archives: Viridian

Defensive weapon for the infirm.

Posted on August 13, 2020 by Oleg Volk

Rimfire pistols are seldom the answer to defensive needs, but they fit one niche well. The defender in this case is an 86-year-old woman who lives alone. Her hand and arm strength are minimal, so full-weight handguns are not in … Continue reading →

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A good role model for adults

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Oleg Volk
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Raising kids today to become independent humans of tomorrow

Posted on August 1, 2015 by Oleg Volk
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“Hey, I carry one just like it!”

Posted on July 29, 2015 by Oleg Volk

So, when I pick a pistol and the model recognizes it as the kind she carries back home, that makes for a more productive photo shoot. The laser trace would look like this once the first shot is fired and the … Continue reading →

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Don’t Cast Needless Shadows with Weapon-mounted Lights: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Oleg Volk

X5L light/laser combo in practical use

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“Peaceful” should not mean “defenseless”

Posted on November 15, 2014 by Oleg Volk
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Upgrading a rail-less M1911

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Oleg Volk

The original 9mm is the bottom pistol.  Changeover took about two minutes, the resulting grip is slightly thicker than the original and a little softer in the hand.

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No time for a sight picture?

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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Better than milspec

Posted on July 8, 2013 by Oleg Volk

The guns have an interesting trigger mechanism — it can be carried cocked and locked, hammer down for double action first shot or in “fast action” mode — with the hammer first cocked, then pushed forward. The trigger pull is … Continue reading →

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Light and laser wallpaper

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Oleg Volk

1920px wallpaper file. 5″ Chiappa Rhino .357 revolver with Viridian X5L light/laser.

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My friend Charles with a laser-sighted Glock 17

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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A Rifleman Mirrored

Posted on October 27, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Is That a Gun in Your Pocket?

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Daily work example

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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XD9 compact with Viridian C5L

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Another lightweight carry option, Bersa BP9CC

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Taurus 24-7 G2 + Viridian C5L

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Purple isn’t just for old women anymore

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Low-light shooting aids: new on CTD blog

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Read Imperfection of Vision.

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Bersa Thunder 9, Viridian C5L

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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