SR3 Vikhr: Russian 9x39mm PDW

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 from ARFCOM News provides an expert look at the US-made SR-3M Vikhr by Roswell Rifle Works, showcased at SHOT Show 2026. The SR-3M is presented as a compact PDW in the 9x39mm caliber, designed for high stopping power and suppressor compatibility, evolving from Russian designs like the VSS and AS Val. Roswell Rifle Works is also manufacturing their own 9x39mm ammunition, featuring a 278-grain copper-jacketed round with a velocity of approximately 985 fps.

Roswell Rifle Works is producing a US-made SR3M, a variant of the 9x39mm VSS Vintorez and AS Val. The rifle maintains original mechanical designs but uses zero Russian parts and is supported by in-house 9x39mm ammunition and proprietary magazines. Pricing is set between $3,500-$4,500 for the SBR and $2,500-$2,800 for the pistol variant, with availability targeted for late Q2 or early Q3.

This review details the Roswell Rifle Works SR-3M US, an American-made 9x39mm PDW based on the VSS and AS Val lineage. The firearm features a unique linear hammer-fired mechanism and is constructed from 4140 steel. Production is slated for Q2/Q3, with pricing for the SBR variant at $4,500 and the pistol version under $3,000. The 9x39mm caliber is highlighted for its subsonic capabilities.

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