This video provides a brief overview of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR PDW, highlighting its key features. It demonstrates the standard-functioning magazine release, the large charging handle, and the brace deployment and folding mechanism. The presence of a thumb ledge and an attached Holosun optic are also noted.
This review covers the new PSA AXR, a modular firearm system featuring a short-stroke piston operation. It is available in pistol and rifle configurations, with interchangeable barrel lengths and calibers. The AXR boasts ambidextrous controls and AR-compatible furniture, enhancing user customization and ergonomics.
The Palmetto State Armory AXR SSP rifle system, showcased at SHOT Show 2026, features a short-stroke piston for reduced front-end weight and enhanced modularity. Key design elements include a user-serviceable barrel nut for home barrel swaps and compatibility with AR-15 components. Available in 5.56 and .300 Blackout, the AXR offers fully ambidextrous controls and is optimized for suppressor use with an adjustable gas system.
This video provides an expert overview of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR rifle system, introduced at SHOT Show 2024. The AXR features a short-stroke piston system, making it lighter than the JAKL, and offers enhanced modularity with bolt-on rails and AR-15 barrel nut compatibility for easy home barrel swaps. It is designed for suppressor use with an adjustable gas knob and is expected to be released in early summer with pricing comparable to existing JAKL models.
Honest Outlaw's Chris Sanders reviews the Kel-Tec PLR16 at SHOT Show 2024, highlighting its ultralight, portable design and affordable price point. The firearm utilizes a short-stroke gas piston system and accepts standard AR-15 magazines, offering a unique blend of AK-like operation with AR compatibility. Its estimated weight under 3 pounds and a package price around $650 make it an attractive option for those seeking a compact and budget-friendly firearm.
This GBRS Group review from SHOT Show 2026 provides an expert-level look at the Palmetto State Armory Sabre 11 (2011 style pistol) and the PSA AXR SSP rifle. The Sabre 11 boasts a full billet steel construction, refined ergonomics, and the Agency Arms AOS optic system. The AXR SSP features a modular short-stroke piston system with a monolithic rail and durable E4 bolt. The review highlights advanced features and build quality suitable for experienced firearms enthusiasts.
This review details the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR SSP rifle, highlighting its Short Stroke Piston system and design improvements over the Jakl 2.0, particularly a focus on reduced front-end weight. Key features include a 3-position adjustable gas block, a highly modular system with a monolithic rail and user-serviceable barrels, and a proprietary lower receiver with full ambidextrous controls. The new E4 bolt is designed for enhanced durability, supporting calibers like 6mm ARC and .338 ARC.
This video provides an expert overview of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR SSP, presented by a PSA representative. Key features include its short-stroke piston system, reduced front-end weight, and optimized design for suppressor use with an adjustable gas block. The platform boasts significant modularity with a monolithic top rail, user-changeable barrels, and configurable handguards, complemented by an ambidextrous, non-reciprocating charging handle. It maintains AR-15 magazine compatibility for 5.56 and .300 Blackout, with future caliber expansion planned thanks to its robust E4 bolt system.
This video provides an expert-level overview of upcoming firearms from Palmetto State Armory, including the AXR SSP and an update on the X5.7. The AXR SSP is highlighted for its modularity, short-stroke piston system, and ambidextrous controls, while the X5.7 is nearing production release after extensive testing. The presentation features detailed technical specifications and insights from a PSA representative, demonstrating high authority.
Palmetto State Armory's AXR SSP represents an evolution of the Jakl 2.0, featuring a Short Stroke Piston system for a lighter front end. The platform emphasizes modularity with bolt-on handguards and monolithic rails, allowing for easy caliber and configuration changes while maintaining zero. It boasts ambidextrous lower receiver controls and compatibility with standard AR-15 components, with the E4 bolt designed to handle future higher-pressure calibers.
This video provides an in-depth look at new firearm platforms from Palmetto State Armory and Soviet Arms showcased at SHOT Show 2026. Key introductions include the modular AXR platform with its short-stroke piston system, the versatile AXR PDW featuring a Modular Fire Control unit, a new 9mm Krinkov variant, and the Masterkey-style Sabre-key under-barrel shotgun. The review highlights technical specifications and modularity options for each product.
Palmetto State Armory introduces the AXR Series, a new modular firearm platform designed for adaptability. The series includes handguns, rifles, shotguns, and PDWs, emphasizing modularity beyond the standard AR-15. Key features include a short-stroke piston system on the SSP models and a serialized Modular Fire Control unit for handguns, allowing for various configurations and magazine compatibility.
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