[ARFCOM News] PSA Wins SHOT + Cop Red Flagged + NJ Bans Toys

The PSA Sabre Lancet 50 BMG is presented as a significantly more affordable semi-automatic .50 BMG rifle compared to high-end options like the Barrett. While production is currently paused due to testing and ammunition costs, it is slated for a target price of around $3,500, aiming to be the most budget-friendly option on the market. The rifle features a design reminiscent of the Barrett but with a squared-off rail and is shown with a suppressor and Nightforce optic.

Palmetto State Armory (PSA) is bringing back the X9 model due to significant community demand, evidenced by social media interest. The firearm has undergone a redesign following SHOT Show, primarily to address issues with its operating system which initially made the receiver too thick. The updated X9 will feature a magazine-in-grip design and a delayed operating system, with PSA planning to reveal an updated version in the coming months.

This video provides an overview of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR PDW chassis, presented as a competitor to the Flux Raider. It showcases the rapid, spring-loaded deployment of the chassis and highlights its modular design, emphasizing compatibility with the PSA Dagger platform and its Fire Control Unit (FCU) based construction. The demonstration includes a PSA AXR PDW equipped with a Holosun red dot and weapon-mounted light.

This video provides an expert-level review of the new Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR rifle. The presenter, identified as a firearms enthusiast with relevant knowledge, highlights its modularity, piston-driven system, and compatibility with SIG MCX-style components like an FCU. The build quality and aesthetics are praised, with various configurations shown.

This update from Palmetto State Armory provides a look at the PSA X5.7 PDW, chambered in 5.7x28mm. The firearm features an aluminum upper, polymer lower, AR-15 style rear charging handle, and a quick-deployable brace. It is currently undergoing final endurance testing, with a launch date announcement expected soon. The video highlights key design elements and provides a glimpse of the product's development status.

This video from GUNBROS discusses the long-promised but never-released Magpul FMG9, a compact folding firearm. The speaker, Jarod, expresses frustration over Magpul's repeated announcements and the eventual release of a similar concept, the Zev FDP, through a partnership. The commentary highlights the perceived missteps in Magpul's product development and partnership choices, drawing parallels to Kel-Tec's capabilities for producing unconventional firearms. The discussion reflects a common sentiment of disappointment within the firearms community regarding vaporware products.

This video features a former Navy SEAL, Jeff Gonzales, providing expert feedback on a home defense AR-15 build. He critiques the rifle's accessories, particularly the sling, and emphasizes the importance of reliable optics and the benefits of a suppressor for indoor use. The discussion highlights practical considerations for effective home defense firearms.

The Beretta ARX-160, showcased at SHOT Show 2011, is a modular, piston-driven rifle featuring ambidextrous controls and tool-less disassembly. Its design emphasizes adaptability with multiple sling points, interchangeable magazine releases, and a quick-change barrel system. While currently limited to military/defense use, future law enforcement and civilian variants are planned.

Fostech unveiled a 20-round .50 BMG drum magazine for Barrett M107 and 82A1 rifles, constructed from billet machined aluminum. They also introduced the Fostech Rader, a lightweight .308 rifle featuring a proprietary magnesium aluminum alloy and ambidextrous controls. The drum mag is priced at $1599 with a Q3/Q4 availability, while the Rader rifle is expected around $3000 with a Q4 release.

Testing a Remington 158gr SJHP .357 Magnum load from a 16-inch Rossi M92 reveals impressive performance, achieving 1709.6 fps. The round exhibited significant fragmentation and penetration of 20.1 inches in ballistic gel, behaving more like a rifle cartridge due to its velocity. This challenges typical handgun round terminal ballistics expectations.