This PSA AK-74 has proven exceptionally durable, exceeding 15,000 rounds with minimal maintenance and no significant malfunctions like keyholing. The rifle features desirable Zenitco furniture, including a B-33 dust cover and a Leader Kit handguard designed to reduce height-over-bore for optics and lasers. Its 5.45x39mm caliber and AK muzzle brake contribute to very low felt recoil, making it a fast and effective shooting platform.
Garand Thumb revisits the PSA AK-74, addressing previous reliability issues like firing pin breakage and trunnion wear. PSA implemented engineering fixes, including a chamfered trunnion and updated firing pin channel, resolving these problems. The revised rifle demonstrated excellent durability over 5,000 rounds, with bolt wear comparable to high-end builds. Outfitted with Zenitco furniture, the rifle is now considered a highly recommended purchase at its $1,000 price point.
This review of the Palmetto State Armory AK-74 highlights significant metallurgical concerns, including premature wear on the trunnion and bolt, leading to a firing pin failure. Despite good shooting characteristics like sub-2 MOA accuracy and manageable recoil, the rifle's internal component durability is questioned when compared to higher-end AK platforms. Garand Thumb cannot recommend it as a professional-grade weapon due to these quality control issues.
This video focuses on the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AK-74, with a deep dive into its barrel and potential performance. It addresses specific issues like extractor claw problems and potential malfunctions. The content appears to be a full episode review of this particular firearm model, aiming to inform viewers about its capabilities and any potential drawbacks.
This YouTube video features Colton Sons, an engineer from Palmetto State Armory (PSA), comparing the AK-47 and the AK-74. The video highlights the key differences between these two iconic rifle platforms and positions the PSA AK-74 as the premier choice in the current market. Specific features of the PSA AK-74 mentioned include its AQ4340 Front Trunnion, nitrided barrel, hammer-forged bolt, carrier, and trunnion, as well as a lifetime warranty. The video also notes the release date of the PSA AK-74 as August 28, 2020.
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