Suppressor 101 | Episode 6 - Suppressor Mounting and Tuning | Palmetto State Armory

This guide details the cleaning and maintenance procedures for various adjustable gas blocks, including screw-style, JAKL, and Riflespeed models. It emphasizes the importance of regular cleaning to prevent carbon lock and ensure reliable firearm function, especially when using suppressors. The guide provides specific steps for disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly, along with recommended maintenance intervals.

This video explains the significant advantage of Hub-compatible suppressors, such as the Sabre Mixtape, over legacy fixed-mount systems like the AAC 416-SD. The Hub system's open rear thread allows for rapid swapping of various mounting adapters (direct thread, 51-T, etc.), offering unparalleled flexibility. This adaptability means users can easily change muzzle devices or thread patterns without needing a new suppressor, a stark contrast to the limitations of fixed mounts.

This review of the Palmetto State Armory Sabre 10 highlights its value proposition in the AR-10 market, priced around $1,299. Expert reviewer Tim emphasizes its .308 Win caliber suitability for rural environments and its premium features like B5 furniture and a Radian Raptor charging handle. The rifle boasts a 16-inch 416R stainless steel barrel with a 1:10 twist and a crucial adjustable gas block for suppressor tuning.

This video provides a visual demonstration of how to properly attach a suppressor to an AR-style rifle. It emphasizes the importance of a secure and wobble-free fit, highlighting the direct thread attachment method. Proper installation ensures optimal performance and safety when using a suppressor.

This guide details troubleshooting steps for 300 Blackout FRT setups experiencing cycling issues. It emphasizes the critical role of ammunition variability, buffer and spring combinations, and suppressor choice. The video demonstrates a systematic approach to diagnosing and resolving problems, including feed ramp polishing and magazine selection, offering practical advice for optimizing performance.

This guide, drawing on the expertise of The VSO Gun Channel, details how to properly prepare and tune a rifle system for suppressor use. It emphasizes building the system around the suppressor and explains the critical concepts of dwell time and gas system pressures. The guide highlights the differences between manual and semi-automatic hosts, using the AR-15 as a primary example for tuning techniques involving adjustable gas blocks and buffer systems.

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.

Cameron from Palmetto State Armory provides a product update on the upcoming X5.7, a PDW-style firearm chambered in 5.7x28mm. The firearm features a 40-round magazine, ambidextrous safety, and an AR-15 style charging handle. It is slated for a Summer 2025 launch, with tooling currently underway. The presentation highlights the firearm's build materials and compatibility features.

Palmetto State Armory showcased innovative concept firearms at Shot Show 2024, inviting viewer votes to prioritize production. Highlights include the AK-inspired VUK, the versatile Thumper launcher, bullpup and 9mm Jakl variants, multiple Dagger pistol calibers (.22 LR, .45 ACP, 10mm), the Sabre Enhanced M4, the Emerge Bolt Gun series, the 5.7x28mm X5.7 PDW, and the user-serviceable 570 Shotgun.

Palmetto State Armory provides an update on the PSA X5.7 pistol, detailing design refinements based on customer feedback. Key improvements include an ambidextrous safety, last round bolt open, and Glock-compatible sights. The design is finalized, with production tooling underway for a projected Q1 2025 release.