SR3M (VSS/Vintorez) 9x39mm by Roswell Rifle Works - SHOT Show 2026

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 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.

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.

This YouTube video, titled "60 RUSSIAN ASSAULT RIFLES EVERY American NEEDS," promises a comparison of Russian firearms against American counterparts. The description highlights legendary AK platforms and modern sniper systems, emphasizing their ruggedness, reliability, and combat-proven design. Specific models like the AK-74M, Dragunov SVD, PP-2000, and VSS Vintorez are mentioned. The video aims to demonstrate why Russian firearms are trusted in harsh conditions and are still in service with elite units. It targets viewers interested in Russian vs. American gun comparisons, the best Russian weapons, and alternatives to the AR-15 and M4.

This video showcases the VSS Vintorez rifle in action, emphasizing its suppressed firing characteristics and effectiveness on steel targets. The demonstration highlights the rifle's unique 9x39mm caliber and integrated suppressor, offering a silent yet potent shooting experience. Visuals focus on the rifle's operation and the shooter's proficiency.

This review of the BSD VSS Vintorez reproduction highlights significant manufacturing challenges and expresses skepticism about the project's timeline and viability. The presenter praises BSD's decision not to take pre-orders, protecting consumers from potential failure, but notes the complexity of the VSS's striker-fired system and rotating bolt. The review emphasizes the difficulties of mastering stamping, metallurgy, and quality control for such an ambitious project, drawing parallels to other long-delayed reproduction efforts.

This video details the unique 'French Finger Trap' issue with the MAS-36 rifle's bayonet, where two rifles can become unintentionally locked together. A 1951 French arsenal memorandum identified this problem, proposing a simple modification to the bayonet handle. Drilling a small hole allows a tool, like a firing pin, to depress the internal spring, enabling the separation of locked rifles.

The M134 Minigun is a scaled-down 7.62 NATO rotary cannon, requiring 24V DC power and consuming 1.5 kW. Its high rate of fire (3,000+ RPM) is essential for aircraft engagement windows. The complex delinker mechanism is critical for feeding ammunition, and practical hand-held use is impossible due to weight and recoil. Live fire demonstrates rapid ammunition consumption and the need for indirect aiming.

The H&K G11 is a revolutionary prototype assault rifle designed in the late 20th century, notable for its caseless ammunition and unique rotating drum bolt mechanism. Despite advanced features like a 2000 RPM burst fire rate and integrated optics, its development was ultimately halted by geopolitical shifts and cost concerns.

This video demonstrates the assembly and live-fire of the German 1936 pattern light mortar (L.Gr.W.36). It highlights the mortar's leveling mechanism for accuracy and the difficulty in visually tracking its 50mm projectiles after firing. The content showcases historical military hardware and its operational use.