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       REvolver shoots six at the same time. Thunderstruck.
   DIR By: allmanav
       Date: March 10, 2020, 11:52 am
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       There are plenty of unusual firearms in this world, and Standard
       Manufacturer’s S333 just joined those ranks. Oh, I forgot to add
       their namesake to the title — this outside-the-box handgun has
       been named the Thunderstruck. That name seems appropriate for
       the sensation this gun likely offers when the trigger is pulled.
       The SM S333 is a small handgun designed, one presumes, for
       close-quarters self-defense. It is in true function this is a
       revolver that holds eight rounds of 22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire
       (WMR) in its cylinder. That’s right, the 22 Mag. Quite an
       unusual choice for a handgun made for self-protection at tight
       ranges.
       But, that alone is not the real twist to this handgun. Designed
       with twin barrels, each pull of the trigger fires two rounds of
       the magnum rimfire. The entire eight rounds can be fired in
       roughly three seconds. In consideration of that fact, one can
       grasp the utility of the S333 for self-defense. Let’s not
       discuss the merits or not of the 22 Rimfire Magnum for such
       uses.
       The Thunderstruck can be loaded with a mixed offering of
       ammunition including soft lead bullets, hollowpoints, and even
       birdshot. Recoil is reportedly very light and controllable,
       which would certainly be a desired feature of such a gun. Other
       features enhance its usefulness, too.
       A double action handgun, the S333 has no true trigger guard;
       just a downward extension below the twin barrels to provides a
       minimal protection to the trigger. The trigger itself has a
       built-in articulated safety. In use, the shooter places two
       fingers on the trigger to offer better trigger control.
       The rudimentary open sights are “molded” into the receiver
       providing aiming grooves to align the twin barrels to the
       target. Remember, this is a gun designed for very close-range
       work. In fact the gun’s model number was themed from the
       national crime statistics reports that show most close encounter
       shootings happen at 3 yards, in 3 seconds, with 3 shots fired,
       hence the 333 in the gun’s model. I have to admit, that is
       pretty cool.
       The Thunderstruck’s barrel is 1.25 inches long. The entire gun’s
       length is only 5 inches. Compact indeed. Weight is 18 ounces.
       The exterior finish is a black matte hard coat anodized finish.
       The grip is made from a high strength polymer with gripping
       grooves molded in.
       The Standard Manufacturer’s S333 Thunderstruck is certainly
       something different. Without a doubt it has its uses. Retailing
       for $429, check local dealers soon.
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