Videos tagged with Carpenter 158 Bolt

This is a first look review of the US Palm Storm Cat4 AR-15, highlighting its unique features aimed at an affordable duty-style rifle. The review covers the innovative monolock handguard system, user-serviceable internal components, ambidextrous lower receiver controls, and the cold hammer-forged barrel. The presenter, a firearms instructor, provides insights into the rifle's performance after 150-200 rounds, noting reliability and specific design choices.

The Palmetto State Armory (PSA) Guardsman line of rifles and pistols is positioned between the Freedom and Saber series, offering budget-conscious options with notable upgrades. Key features include phosphate chrome-lined barrels, upgraded bolt carrier groups with Maganese Phosphate finish and Carpenter 158 bolts, Magpul furniture, ambidextrous safety, and flat-face triggers. The line is available in 10.3-inch AR pistol and 16-inch rifle configurations in 5.56 NATO, as well as a 300 Blackout pistol variant.

This review of the PSA Guardsman-15 16" 5.56 rifle highlights its exceptional value for under $600. The instructor praises its durable features like a pinned gas block, chrome-lined barrel, and staked castle nut, positioning it as a capable duty or patrol rifle. Performance at the range was 100% reliable with good accuracy for its price point.

Palmetto State Armory introduces the PSA M4A1, a high-value AR-15 variant designed for the everyday customer. This model features a classic stock, A2 grip, milspec trigger, Carpenter 158 bolt with an 8620 full auto rated carrier, and a PSA M4A1 marked lower. It includes a T-mark engraved drop-in quad rail with matching panels and foregrip, a nitride-finished barrel, and a pin-and-welded extended A2 flash hider. The PSA M4A1 will be available as a complete rifle or as an upper receiver.

This review of the Mitchell Defense Guat Dock highlights its exceptional quality control and premium materials, setting it apart from budget AR-15s. The rifle features a 14.5-inch barrel, ambi controls, a Guesley SSA trigger, and B5 furniture, making it a robust option for hard use. The reviewer emphasizes the importance of proper gassing and recoil management, contrasting it with common issues in lower-quality firearms.

This review of the Lead and Steel ARC-15 highlights its value as a complete package, including the rifle, optic, and sights for $1699. The instructor, with extensive experience, praises its reliable performance over 1000 rounds, noting its well-gassed mid-length system and solid construction. While generally impressed, he suggests minor improvements like a QD end plate and a shorter ambi safety lever for enhanced ergonomics.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) Saber AR-15 upper assemblies, highlighting their exceptional value under $950. The instructor, with extensive experience testing PSA products, emphasizes the use of premium components like FN cold hammer-forged barrels, Geissele rail systems (specifically the MK14), and pinned and welded muzzle devices for legal compliance and enhanced performance. The build quality, including the pinned Geissele gas block and upgraded Radian Raptor charging handle and Microbest BCG, is praised for its durability and reliability, making it a top-tier option for budget-conscious builders.

This video reviews the Ktactical 16" Kawaii Upper, highlighting its unique anime-inspired aesthetics and premium components. While acknowledging the high price point (starting at $1500), the review details the barrel construction (416R stainless steel, 5R rifling, spiral fluting), the SLR rail, and the Cryptic Coatings BCG. The presenter notes potential drawbacks like the adjustable gas block's set screw mechanism and the oversized billet upper receiver's compatibility issues with some ambi lowers, while praising the overall build quality and reliability after 2000 rounds.

This video features Cody from Red Right Hand LLC discussing the concept and practical application of civilian auto rifles. He details the design philosophy behind his custom builds, focusing on enhanced heat management through innovative heat sink systems and specialized barrel profiles. The discussion covers critical components like adjustable gas systems, barrel materials, bolt carrier groups, and the importance of thermal stability for sustained fire operations. Cody emphasizes that these 'auto rifles' are designed to provide a squad-based fire capability for civilians, bridging the gap between standard rifles and crew-served weapons.

This collaboration between Garand Thumb and Sons of Liberty Gun Works (SOLGW) details the design philosophy behind the TF69XSOLGW rifle, emphasizing reliability and combat effectiveness. Key features include the new M89 Drive Lock handguard, a 14.5-inch barrel for optimal dwell time and velocity, and the VLTOR A5 buffer system for enhanced forgiveness. The discussion highlights the importance of adequate gas, ample mass, robust components like the Geissele SSAE trigger and a mil-spec BCG, and durable furniture for a fighting rifle.

This video provides a detailed physical inspection of a Modern Armory Phosphate BCG. The instructor meticulously examines the materials, finish, staking, and individual components like the bolt, firing pin, and extractor. Key checks include magnetism, firing pin protrusion, headspace, and internal bore dimensions using specialized gauges and a borescope, offering insights into the manufacturing quality and potential performance characteristics of the BCG.

This video provides an in-depth review of two basic rifles from Windham Weaponry: the M4 Carbine and the M16A4. The presenter highlights the company's origins, tracing its roots back to Bushmaster and emphasizing the return of original employees and quality control standards. Both rifles are presented as foundational "building block" platforms for customization, with detailed discussions on their features, historical context, and performance. The review includes shooting impressions and reliability assessments.