SHOT 2017: S333 Volleyfire

Published on January 17, 2017
Duration: 2:24

The Standard Manufacturing S333 Volleyfire is a six-barrel pistol chambered in .25 ACP that fires two rounds simultaneously with each trigger pull. This 'volley fire' mechanism, where multiple rounds are discharged at once, exempts it from NFA regulations as a machine gun. The design is mechanically reminiscent of early pepperbox firearms, offering a unique, albeit niche, approach to personal defense.

Quick Summary

The Standard Manufacturing S333 Volleyfire is a six-barrel pistol chambered in .25 ACP that fires two rounds simultaneously with each trigger pull. This 'volley fire' mechanism exempts it from NFA regulations as a machine gun, drawing mechanical lineage from historical pepperbox firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to Standard Manufacturing S333 Volleyfire
  2. 00:14S333 Volleyfire: Six Barrels, No External Parts
  3. 00:21Double Action Only Trigger and Volley Fire Mechanism
  4. 00:26.25 ACP Ammunition and Capacity
  5. 00:32NFA Exemption and Volley Fire
  6. 00:55Loading and Firing the S333 Volleyfire
  7. 01:20No Ejector: Manual Cartridge Removal
  8. 01:31Extraction Button Functionality
  9. 01:41Mechanical Lineage to Pepperbox Firearms
  10. 01:59Modern Pepperbox: Niche and Application

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Standard Manufacturing S333 Volleyfire fire multiple rounds?

The S333 Volleyfire is designed with a unique volley fire mechanism. With each long double-action-only trigger pull, the internal bolt rotates, firing two rounds of .25 ACP simultaneously from two of its six barrels.

Is the S333 Volleyfire considered a machine gun under the NFA?

No, the S333 Volleyfire is not considered a machine gun. The National Firearms Act (NFA) defines a machine gun by its ability to fire more than one shot as a result of a single, continuous pull of the trigger. The S333 fires two rounds simultaneously with one pull, which is classified as 'volley fire' and exempts it from NFA regulation.

What caliber does the S333 Volleyfire use?

The Standard Manufacturing S333 Volleyfire is chambered in .25 ACP. It holds six rounds, firing two with each of the three possible trigger pulls before requiring a reload.

What is the mechanical inspiration for the S333 Volleyfire?

The S333 Volleyfire's mechanical design draws inspiration from early pepperbox firearms. These multi-barreled pistols were popular in the mid-19th century, preceding the widespread adoption of revolvers, and offered a more rapid rate of fire than single-shot pistols of the era.

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