Category Archives: ammunition

The perceived inadequacy of M1 carbine

Posted on May 12, 2014 by Oleg Volk

M1 carbine is often called the “girlfriend gun” for its compact size and low recoil. It’s as often derided for the perceived lack of stopping power. We decided to test it side by side with .223, 9×19 and 10mm Auto. … Continue reading →

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M1A’s little sister

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

We test-fired the Mini-14 and a 20″ Colt HBAR earlier. With 55gr ball, the AR15 mounting a 1-4x Trijicon Accupoint yielded 3″ groups at 100. Mini-14 shot 2″ groups with 2.5x Leupold scout scope, shown above on the M1A. So … Continue reading →

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Rich girl

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Oleg Volk

By today’s measures, a brick of .22 is almost as enviable as a belt full of .600 Nitro Express a decade ago… Photo from last week’s range day here in Tennessee. The pistol is Bersa Thunder .22 — pretty good … Continue reading →

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Savage B.Mag 17WSM: new at AllOutdoor

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Great product, unfortunate timing.

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Recent presents

Posted on April 19, 2014 by Oleg Volk

S&W317 “kit gun” with a 3″ barrel has long been an object of desire for me, for all kinds of subjective reasons. I could never quite justify buying one for myself. A week ago, good friends gave me theirs as … Continue reading →

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Know your weapon’s trajectory: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Use the reticle for range compensation and more accurate shooting. I think this is one of my most informative articles.

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Less expensive shooting practice

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Range time consists of three major expenses: range fees, travel time and ammunition. I shoot on friends’ farms, so the fees aren’t an issue. Ammunition, that I have. I’ve been a packrat a long time, and I no longer do … Continue reading →

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6.5 Swedish already has a reputation for good accuracy

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Oleg Volk

So I am curious, just how much more accurate would match loads in that caliber be? Would the limit of accuracy be dictated by the open sights? I am also curious why match ammo is lighter than the standard ball … Continue reading →

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Prvi Partizan

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Oleg Volk

  From one of my current projects.

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An observation about .410 defensive shotguns

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Yesterday, I had a chance to play with Mossberg 500HD, a .410 pump designed for defense. We test-fired a whole bunch of ammo types at the IDTS 3D target and more at an old cooking pan, some rotten logs and … Continue reading →

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UTS15

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Oleg Volk

UTS15 with EOTech holographic sight. Stoked with a mix of Rio 00 buck and slugs in a Comp-tac carrier on Minotaur belt. Backup pistol is a Glock 23 in a DragonLeather Flatjack holster.  

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Made with the finest child labor

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Oleg Volk

Why use mechanical loaders when a voice-directed self-propelled model is available? Previous software revisions here.   

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Where 22Magnum excels.

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Oleg Volk

22WMR is hardly an efficient pistol caliber, most of the time. The exception is when it’s used with CCI Gold Dots or other loads made just for short barrels. Then it becomes usable, if not ideal, for self-defense. The plus … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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Uzi loaded with tracers

Posted on September 28, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Wherever he is, John Galt probably prefers a weapon with more range. The Uzi, especially with the solid wooden stock, does work all right to about 100 meters. A little more forward lean would have been nice, but it worked … Continue reading →

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One gun, two cylinders.

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Ted Nugent branded .45Colt — 260gr at 800fps. Nice short-range hunting round. The revolver is a Ruger Blackhawk with pewter grips If .45Colt is unavailable, a mild 200gr plated plinking load in 45ACP is an option. Or any other round … Continue reading →

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Great leather for a non-mainstream carry gun

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Recently, two of my good friends married each other. Since I was responsible for the introduction, I took photos of the ceremony. I also wanted to come up with memorable wedding presents that would still be in use years later. … Continue reading →

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Social loads for 10mm Automatic: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Social loads for 10mm Automatic

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