Smith & Wesson Volunteer Series Rifles | SHOT Show 2022

Published on January 21, 2022
Duration: 4:17

This video from SHOT Show 2022 introduces Smith & Wesson's Volunteer Series of MSR rifles, designed as a mid-tier line featuring popular aftermarket accessories. The series includes the XV, XVOR, XP Pro, and DMR models, each offering distinct features like B5 furniture, flat-face triggers, and upgraded handguards or barrels, catering to various user needs from entry-level to advanced.

Quick Summary

Smith & Wesson's Volunteer Series rifles, showcased at SHOT Show 2022, offer a mid-tier MSR line featuring popular aftermarket accessories like B5 furniture and flat-face triggers. Models include the XV, XVOR, XP Pro, and DMR, each with distinct features for various applications, from entry-level use to precision shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Volunteer Series
  2. 00:21Volunteer Series XV Overview
  3. 00:31XV Features: B5 Furniture & Trigger
  4. 01:06Volunteer Series XVOR Introduction
  5. 01:11Smith & Wesson Moving to Tennessee
  6. 01:39XVOR Features: Picatinny Rail
  7. 02:06Volunteer Series XP Pro Introduction
  8. 02:20XP Pro Features: Sapmod Stock
  9. 02:36XP Pro Features: Charging Handle & Barrel
  10. 02:46XP Pro Features: Muzzle Brake & Handguard
  11. 03:46Volunteer Series DMR Introduction
  12. 03:50DMR Features: Barrel & Gas System
  13. 04:04DMR Features: 5R Rifling
  14. 04:12Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Smith & Wesson Volunteer Series?

The Smith & Wesson Volunteer Series is a mid-tier line of MSR rifles introduced at SHOT Show 2022. It incorporates popular aftermarket accessories like B5 furniture and flat-face triggers directly from the factory, offering enhanced value and customization for users.

What are the key differences between the Volunteer XV and XVOR models?

The Volunteer XVOR model upgrades the XV by replacing the A2 gas block with a Picatinny rail. This provides a clearer sight picture and makes it easier to mount optics or iron sights, enhancing the rifle's modularity.

What makes the Smith & Wesson Volunteer XP Pro stand out?

The XP Pro features a Sapmod-style stock for improved ergonomics and storage, an ambidextrous Radiant Raptor charging handle, a 16-inch free-floated barrel, and a Primary Weapon System muzzle brake for a stable shooting platform. It's presented as a highly configurable rifle.

What is the purpose of the 5R rifling in the Volunteer DMR model?

The 5R rifling in the Volunteer DMR model is designed to improve accuracy for longer shots. This rifling profile, with angled lands and grooves, aims to reduce bullet deformation and enhance ballistic consistency.

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