Videos tagged with Billet Machining

This video provides an expert overview of the upcoming Palmetto State Armory SABRE-11 pistol, presented by Sean Curtis of Pew Pew Tactical. The discussion highlights its 100% billet machined construction, double-stack 9mm configuration, and tight slide-to-frame fit, emphasizing its premium build quality and extensive endurance testing. While pricing is TBD, it's expected to be higher than standard PSA offerings due to its advanced manufacturing processes.

This video from SHOT Show 2026, presented by Kevin Jarnagin and Cameron Tapler and sponsored by Palmetto State Armory, offers an expert look at two new PSA firearms. The PSA Sabre Key Shotgun is detailed as an NFA Short Barreled Shotgun (SBS) designed for under-barrel mounting, requiring specific AR-15 configurations. The PSA Sabre-11 DS 1911 is highlighted for its all-billet construction, double-stack capacity, and optic-ready slide.

This video offers an inside look at Cadex Defense's manufacturing process, highlighting their advanced automation and attention to detail. It showcases the transformation of raw billet material into high-quality skeletonized buttstocks, emphasizing the use of robotic arms and CNC machines. The presenter expresses admiration for the facility's production capabilities and the quality of their products.

This guide, drawing from the expertise of Brandon Herrera, a recognized AK platform specialist, breaks down the critical differences between cast, billet, and forged AK trunnion manufacturing methods. It highlights the inherent weaknesses of cast trunnions due to porosity and inconsistent grain structure, often found in budget firearms. The guide explains the benefits of billet machining from solid steel and the superior strength and density achieved through forging, the standard for military AKs. It advises consumers to be cautious of misleading marketing terms and to prioritize forged components for reliability.