Honoring Our Veterans - Opening the Archives Episode 4 | Palmetto State Armory

This video compares the US M9 service pistol to earlier European Beretta Model 92 designs. It highlights key differences such as the American-standard magazine release location, the hammer drop safety's appearance and accessibility, the grip shape, and the magazine release mechanism (heel vs. button). The video notes the M9's lineage from the P38's operating system.

This Q&A session with firearms collector Tom delves into his favorite WWII German pistols, including presentation pieces from high-ranking Nazi officials and Luftwaffe aces. He discusses the historical significance, rarity, and value of items like a pistol presented to Luftwaffe ace Hans Phillip and a presentation gun from Heinrich Himmler. The conversation also touches on favorite German and American WWII sidearms, collecting advice for new enthusiasts, and the nuances of historical firearms.

This video showcases two veteran bring-back firearms with unique stories: a 1917 Colt 1911 believed to have served with the US Marine Corps in WWI, and a 1944 Mauser P38 from WWII. The P38 is presented with a custom holster that incorporates two woven wedding bands, suggesting a deeply personal connection for the original owner, identified by initials TWA and the Fifth Infantry Division symbol.

This video traces the evolution of the 9mm German pistol, starting with the Luger, noting its complexity and cost. It then discusses Walther's intermediate blowback designs that didn't meet specifications, leading to the development of the P38. The P38, patented in 1938 and produced from 1940, is highlighted as a classic double-action pistol with an exposed hammer, marking a significant advancement.

This episode of the Shawn Ryan Show features an interview with Chris Beck, a retired Navy SEAL with extensive combat experience and a background in technology and engineering. Beck discusses his journey through an abusive childhood, his transition to a woman and then back to a man, and his views on the "trans agenda." The interview also touches on his accomplishments in developing mission planning systems and the "Iron Man" Project, as well as his struggles with TBI and PTSD. His fiancée, Courtney, also joins the conversation to discuss her perspectives on gender dysphoria and its impact on children.

This video details a custom Glock G41 firearm commissioned as a memorial tribute to a fallen Bronze Star recipient. The GlockStore was involved in the creation of this special firearm, highlighting a unique application for custom gun building that blends personal remembrance with firearm craftsmanship. The focus is on a specific model of Glock and the emotional significance behind its customization.

Palmetto State Armory's 2025 Concept Gun Poll showcases a diverse range of upcoming firearm prototypes, including modular bolt-action rifles, bullpup conversions, and new caliber variants. Notable entries include the PSA Emerge, Olcan Bullpup Lower, JAKL in 9mm and .338 ARC, the Sabre Thumper launcher, and the Sabre-11 2011-style pistol. The poll allows the community to influence which designs move into production, highlighting PSA's commitment to product development based on customer feedback.

This video provides a comprehensive product update on the Palmetto State Armory X5.7, a PDW-style firearm chambered in 5.7x28mm. Expert insights cover its build materials (aluminum upper, polymer lower), features like a 40-round magazine and AR-15 style charging handle, and technical specifications including a 1/2x28 threaded barrel. The update confirms tooling is underway for a Summer 2025 launch.

This video from Palmetto State Armory showcases several pre-production concept firearms unveiled at Shot Show 2024. PSA is actively soliciting customer feedback via their website to determine which models will proceed to production. The featured firearms include innovative designs like the VUK rifle, the Thumper 37mm launcher, various Dagger pistol variants, and the X5.7 PDW.

This video provides an update on the Palmetto State Armory X5.7 pistol, detailing design refinements and production timelines. Cameron from PSA highlights improvements like an ambidextrous safety, last round bolt open, and Glock-compatible sights, while retaining features such as the Radian Raptor charging handle and 40-round capacity. The design is finalized, with production slated for Q1 2025.