Palmetto State Armory Factory Tour! See how their AK's, AR's, JAKL's are made!

Published on December 5, 2022
Duration: 40:25

This video offers an in-depth look at Palmetto State Armory's extensive manufacturing capabilities, showcasing their vertical integration from raw materials to finished firearms. The tour highlights advanced processes like automated anodizing, precision machining with CMM and laser measurement tools, and in-house barrel production. PSA's commitment to quality control and direct-to-consumer sales model is emphasized, debunking myths about budget firearm manufacturers. The acquisition of H&R is also detailed, focusing on their retro AR builds.

Quick Summary

Palmetto State Armory (PSA) showcases impressive vertical integration in firearm manufacturing, controlling processes from anodizing to barrel production with advanced CMM and laser measurement tools. This approach ensures quality control and allows for direct-to-consumer sales, offering competitive pricing on AR-15s, AKs, and JAKLs.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to PSA Factory Tour
  2. 01:37Vertical Integration and Anodizing
  3. 02:49AK and JAKL Assembly
  4. 05:05Product Diversity and Manufacturing Evolution
  5. 07:04Quality Control and Precision
  6. 08:58Logistics and Production Volume
  7. 10:13Cost Control and Consumer Focus
  8. 11:51Barrel Manufacturing
  9. 13:37H&R Retro Builds and Acquisitions
  10. 15:51Range Testing and Accuracy

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Palmetto State Armory's manufacturing process unique?

PSA emphasizes vertical integration, controlling production from raw materials to finished firearms. They invest in in-house machinery for processes like anodizing and barrel manufacturing, ensuring quality control and supply chain stability.

How does PSA ensure the quality of its firearms?

PSA employs advanced quality control measures, including Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and laser measurement tools like the MarShaft Scope 750, to verify precise dimensions and tolerances on critical components.

What types of firearms does Palmetto State Armory manufacture?

PSA manufactures a diverse range of firearms, including AR-15 variants, AK-style rifles (like the AK-V), the JAKL platform, and pistols such as the PSA Rock in 5.7x28mm and the PSA Dagger in 9mm.

Why are PSA firearms often considered budget-friendly?

PSA's direct-to-consumer sales model, coupled with extensive vertical integration, allows them to cut out middlemen and distributors, significantly reducing costs without compromising manufacturing quality.

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