BSD's VSS Vintorez Reproduction: Beyond the Hype

Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons provides an expert overview of the Roswell Rifle Works SR3M at SHOT Show. The SR3M is a US-made variant of the Russian 9x39mm VSS/Vintorez family, built with original mechanical systems. Roswell Manufacturing is producing both the firearms and proprietary 9x39mm ammunition in-house, addressing magazine compatibility issues with standard 7.62x39mm magazines. Pricing and availability for SBR and pistol variants are also detailed.

This video provides an exclusive look at BSD's upcoming VSS Vintorez rifle, showcased at Shot Show 2025 in partnership with B&T. The rifle is being developed for the US market, with a focus on chambering it in the more accessible 300 Blackout caliber. BSD plans to offer both a standard 300 Blackout version and a collectible 9x39mm clone, with interchangeable stock and grip systems to accommodate both VSS and AS Val configurations.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Roswell Rifle Works SR3M clone, a faithful reproduction of the Russian PDW chambered in 9x39mm. The manufacturer, Klay Owens, details the complex milling process for the receiver and the unique helical bolt system, highlighting the challenges of replicating this limited-production firearm. The clone aims to offer authentic performance and aesthetics, with production slated for late Q2/early Q3 2026.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the US-made SR-3M Vikhr by Roswell Rifle Works, presented at SHOT Show 2026. Rahul from Roswell Rifle Works details the firearm's origins, its role as a compact PDW derived from Russian designs like the VSS Vintorez and AS Val, and its compatibility with suppressors. The discussion also covers proprietary 9x39mm ammunition developed by Roswell Rifle Works, including specific ballistic data.

This video explores a selection of Russian assault rifles, highlighting their unique designs, historical context, and technical specifications. It covers integrally suppressed firearms like the AS Val and VSS Vintorez, modernized Kalashnikov variants such as the AK-203 and AK-12, the specialized APS underwater rifle, and Russian interpretations of Western designs like the Orsus AR-15J. The presentation emphasizes the innovative engineering and tactical applications of these firearms.

This video showcases five obscure firearms: the Fight Lite MCR belt-fed AR upper, the COP .357 Derringer, the VSS Vintorez, a 9mm light machine gun (likely a Suomi KP/-31 variant), and the Spas-15 shotgun. The presenter highlights unique features like the MCR's belt-fed capability, the COP's compact design, the VSS's integral suppressor, the LMG's removable barrel and bipod, and the Spas-15's mag-fed semi-auto operation. The BNT USW is also featured as a bonus, demonstrating its transformation into a brace-equipped pistol.

This guide details the specific technique for separating two MAS-36 rifles that have been inadvertently locked together by their bayonets. It outlines the historical context of this issue, the modification made to the bayonet to resolve it, and the step-by-step procedure for disengagement. The technique requires precise alignment and the use of a pointed tool to access the internal release mechanism, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum.

This guide details the loading and firing procedure for the M134 Minigun, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers manual indexing of the barrel cluster, feeding the ammunition belt, engaging controls, and firing. The guide also touches upon the weapon's spin-down inertia and the function of modern clutch systems. Expert instruction from a recognized firearms historian highlights the technical aspects of operating this powerful weapon system.

This guide details the operational features of the H&K G11 K2, a prototype assault rifle known for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt. It covers the selector settings, magazine capacity, integrated optics, and the internal action designed for recoil management during high-rate-of-fire bursts. Expert insights from Ian McCollum highlight the historical context and technical innovations of this advanced firearm.

This guide details the operation of the German L.Gr.W.36 50mm light mortar, as demonstrated by expert Ian McCollum. It covers assembly, leveling procedures, ammunition handling, and live fire execution, emphasizing the difficulty in visually tracking the projectile. The instruction highlights the importance of proper setup for accuracy.