Yearly Archives: 2013

More of an actual classic

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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More plan changes for the Austin trip

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Oleg Volk

The get-together will be on Wednesday 20th at 8pm at Iron Cactus (I am guessing the North location, will double-check). Flying into Austin on Tuesday, leaving on Friday.

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“Classic” 1911

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Everyone kept telling me to get a Mac, so I did.

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Smaller caliber and less magazine capacity? Not likely!

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Oleg Volk

My new toy. Flush magazines hold 12 rounds of 45ACP, extended hold 14. This pistol is tighter than any custom 1911 I’ve handled.

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1891/30 Mosin rifle

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Oleg Volk

For some reason, this photo brings the images of Spanish civil war to mind. This rifle is a 122 year old design, updated in a minor way 84 years ago. This weapon and other arms like it still scare the … Continue reading →

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Computer problems solved decisively.

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Turned out that the motherboard was defective from the start. A much better one and a new processor are now in place. I have very good friends who helped a great deal in this predicament.

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Updated Mosin

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Oleg Volk

K31-style loop safety, Archangel stock, Micor flash hider. K31 safety is fairly awkward, but it’s a huge improvement on the original Mosin design. Turned-down bolt handle permits a low scope mount.

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Windham Weaponry 16″ carbine

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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Girls with guns

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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The right to self-defense in New York City?

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

The endgame of oppression is usually somewhere between the psychotic mass murders of the Nazi Germany or Pol Pot’s Cambodia and the more pragmatic feudalism we see now in Russia and New York City. The retiring Mayor Blomberg — famous … Continue reading →

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Visual odds and ends

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

338 Spectre 250gr soft point and 300gr match ammo. The original STG44-22 imported by ATI. They are now bringing in an improved version with more metal and less plastic in it.

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More from the archives

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

AAC flash hider and QD suppressor (M4-2000) Preparing to launch a 37mm smoke. The rifle is a Mossberg MMR with 4x Trijicon ACOG scope and a Primary Arms micro dot. Smith & Wesson M&P in 300BLK with Dueck Defense sights … Continue reading →

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More images previously published on paper

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

1920x1050px wallpaper showing Magnum Research BFR in 500JRH. Dan Wesson Specialist, 45ACP.

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Photos for publications

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

These images were all made for print magazines. Most were published, some were not — now you can see them all here. Czechpoint .357 revolver. Higher left hand position would have been nice. One reason to try to flee: handgun … Continue reading →

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Jeopardy, opportunity, ability

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

The shooting of Andy Lopez for the “crime” of carrying an airsoft toy gun in California is interesting for several reasons. One, the shooter is an acquaintance whom I know through the Firing Line forum and regard favorably, largely thanks … Continue reading →

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The happy end of the computer saga

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Oleg Volk

My friend Arli just drove up all the way from Memphis with a higher-end motherboard and processor, fixing my computer. Just in case, we tossed in an extra fan for the disk array and another for the video card. Everything … Continue reading →

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One more photo retoucher needed

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Due to the increased volume of work, I am looking for one more freelance retoucher. If interested and qualified, please contact me.

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GWACS polymer lower: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Pluses and minuses of one-piece polymer lower.

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Computer is NOT fixed.

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Oleg Volk

We thought it was a problem with heat. Internal diagnostics were not accurate, and the fan setup was suboptimal. It took five hours of my friend’s time to figure that out. Computer ran for 45 minutes without failure by the … Continue reading →

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Computer reboots immediately after starting Windows (problem is presisting)

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Oleg Volk

I just clumsily pulled the main power cord from the battery/UPS, turning off the PC while it ran. Now it boots into Windows 7, and a few seconds later reboots. The first time it did so, it displayed a message … Continue reading →

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