Category Archives: weapon

The big and the small

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Accuracy International in .338 Lapua Magnum in the hands of a veteran…and Crickett Precision Rifle in .22LR in the hands of the next generation of marksmen.

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On the importance of eye protection

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Oleg Volk

The risk to the boy’s vision, above, is pretty obvious. The cock of the gunlock blocks some of the debris from reaching the right eye, but the left eye is unprotected. While blinking offers some protection to the eyeballs, our … Continue reading →

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Once an object of desire…

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Oleg Volk

…until the first time I tried it. Turned out, Beretta 12S is an ergonomic nightmare, with badly designed sights and safety. The back-pressure from the sound suppressor also threw gunk into the user’s face from the ejection port. Had submachine … Continue reading →

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“Because it’s fun!”

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Oleg Volk

While many learn to shoot for practical reasons, most get into it for fun. But the entry barrier can be high, not just in regulatory and technical aspects, but in the lack of knowledge or confidence to try a potentially … Continue reading →

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About Henry Rifles: new in American Shooting Journal

Posted on April 10, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Why do most Henry owners can’t have just one.

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More precise sight for M1 carbine

Posted on April 8, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Detailed range review is coming soon.

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Cheese? Free Ammo!

Posted on April 1, 2017 by Oleg Volk

That’s the way to get a smile:

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Classic vs. modern

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Keystone 722 Youth, bolt action with iron sights. Keltec SU22E with a Vortex red dot.

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Polite people don’t make noise.

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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Maintain eye contact. Don’t look down!

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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Husband and wife portraits

Posted on March 26, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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H&K 416 Clone in .22LR: new on AllOutdoor

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Walther recreates the HK classic in rimfire.

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Girl’s fallen in with baaaaad company

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Just look at those rogues! And the result? She’s running hippie-blessed 5.56mm instead of the good ol’ orthodox 7.62mm like a man! Disgusting, don’t you think?

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Writer David Burkhead

Posted on March 12, 2017 by Oleg Volk

I’ve only read “Hordes of Chanakra” so far and it was a 4/5 book, definitely good enough to try his other titles.

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Lead recipient sighted.

Posted on March 12, 2017 by Oleg Volk
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She taking a dim view of something…

Posted on March 11, 2017 by Oleg Volk

I wonder what that something is.  

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California girl in America

Posted on March 2, 2017 by Oleg Volk

In the finest tradition of Japanese anime, running a belt through the M60 gets a big smile from a 14 year old girl. She showed good competency and safety habits…especially considering that was her first time ever on a range!

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Self-identification matters

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Oleg Volk

I identify as an American. My Thompson identifies as a Chicago typewriter. It’s a First Amendment matter now.

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Shooting the breeze with friends

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Oleg Volk

I will post the technical review later, but for now I just want to note how much I enjoy being able to both shoot and have a conversation with my friends at the same time.

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Web-sized PDF of Kel-Tec print catalog

Posted on January 22, 2017 by Oleg Volk

Since I am very pleased with how it turned out, I am making it available for download. You will probably see familiar faces in it.

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