500 Round Review of the PSA Krink

Published on June 24, 2024
Duration: 16:41

This video provides a 500-round reliability review of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) Krink chambered in 5.56 NATO. The test highlights the firearm's tendency to heat up quickly, necessitating gloves. It compares the performance of PSA's proprietary magazines against cheaper ProMag alternatives, identifying feeding issues with the latter. The review also covers the successful integration and use of a suppressor setup, offering insights into the Krink's overall performance and potential as a compact AK platform.

Quick Summary

The PSA Krink, a short-barreled 5.56 AK variant, heats up rapidly, requiring gloves after only a few magazines. While PSA's proprietary magazines performed reliably, ProMag 5.56 AK magazines experienced feeding malfunctions. The Krink is compatible with suppressors when using appropriate adapters and performed well with PMC X-TAC ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Setup
  2. 00:33500 Round Test Begins
  3. 01:13Optic Zeroing
  4. 02:08Drills & Initial Firing
  5. 02:20Heat & Glove Use
  6. 03:26Testing ProMag Magazines
  7. 03:47Green Tip Ammunition Test
  8. 04:41First Malfunction (ProMag)
  9. 06:46Suppressor Setup & Test
  10. 08:06Second Malfunction (ProMag)
  11. 09:06Switching to PSA Mags
  12. 09:19Suppressed Firing Impressions
  13. 09:50Full Build Breakdown
  14. 12:11Rattle Can Paint Job
  15. 13:11Final Rounds & Heat
  16. 14:02500 Round Test Conclusion
  17. 15:15Overall Impressions & Recommendation
  18. 15:34Minor Observations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main reliability issues with the PSA Krink?

The primary reliability issues observed during the 500-round test were associated with ProMag 5.56 AK magazines, which experienced feeding malfunctions where rounds were crushed into the casing. The PSA Krink itself, when used with PSA's proprietary magazines, ran without malfunctions.

How does the PSA Krink handle heat during extended firing?

The PSA Krink, being a short-barreled 5.56 firearm, heats up very rapidly. After just one or two magazines, the handguard becomes uncomfortably hot, necessitating the use of gloves for continued shooting to prevent burns.

Can the PSA Krink be used with suppressors?

Yes, the PSA Krink can be used with suppressors. By using an adapter like the Griffin Armament to convert the AK-74 threads to 1/2x28, common 5.56 suppressors such as the Dead Air Sandman-S can be effectively mounted and utilized.

What ammunition types were tested in the PSA Krink?

The 500-round test utilized PMC X-TAC 55-grain full metal jacket ammunition and also included a box of PMC X-TAC 62-grain green tip ammunition, both of which performed without issue in the PSA Krink.

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