Best Budget AR-10 - Part 3 - Accuracy

Published on February 25, 2018
Duration: 14:06

This video details the accuracy testing of the Palmetto State Armory PA10 Gen 2 in .308 Winchester, positioning it as a budget-friendly AR-10 option. The presenter emphasizes the importance of a break-in period for semi-automatic rifles and compares the accuracy achieved with three different ammunition types: Silver Bear surplus, Winchester Deer Season XP, and Federal Premium Gold Medal Sierra MatchKing. The testing highlights how ammunition quality significantly impacts group size at 100 yards, with the Federal Premium ammunition yielding the best results.

Quick Summary

The Palmetto State Armory PA10 Gen 2 in .308 is a budget-friendly AR-10 option under $600. After a break-in period of approximately 300 rounds, it can achieve sub-MOA accuracy at 100 yards with high-quality ammunition like Federal Premium MatchKing, yielding groups around 1.5 MOA.

Chapters

  1. 00:18Intro & Channel Welcome
  2. 00:37Topic: PSA PA10 Gen 2 Accuracy Test
  3. 01:02Sponsorship & Charity Mention (Tallgrass Shooting Sports)
  4. 03:37PA10 Gen 2 Accuracy Discussion Begins
  5. 04:00Budget AR-10 Value Proposition
  6. 04:22Accuracy Concerns & Testing Plan
  7. 05:11Break-In Period Importance
  8. 06:06Ammunition for Break-In (Silver Bear)
  9. 07:03Initial Shooting & Break-In Rounds
  10. 08:02Ammunition Comparison - Silver Bear
  11. 09:02Accuracy Test - Silver Bear (100 Yards)
  12. 10:05Ammunition Comparison - Winchester Deer Season XP
  13. 11:04Ammunition Comparison - Federal Premium MatchKing
  14. 11:33Accuracy Test - Federal Premium MatchKing
  15. 12:27Conclusion & Accuracy Summary
  16. 12:49Challenges & Delays Recap
  17. 13:33Outro & Thanks
  18. 13:41Call to Action (Subscribe, Merch)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended break-in procedure for an AR-10 like the PSA PA10 Gen 2?

The presenter recommends a break-in period for AR platforms, suggesting firing approximately 300 rounds to allow the bolt face and breech to properly "marry up." This process is believed to improve the rifle's overall accuracy and reliability.

How does ammunition quality affect the accuracy of the PSA PA10 Gen 2?

Ammunition quality significantly impacts accuracy. Surplus ammunition like Silver Bear showed marginal results with a large margin of error, while mid-range hunting rounds like Winchester Deer Season XP were less accurate than expected. High-end match-grade ammunition, such as Federal Premium Gold Medal Sierra MatchKing, yielded sub-MOA groups.

What accuracy can be expected from the Palmetto State Armory PA10 Gen 2 in .308?

After a proper break-in period and using high-quality ammunition like Federal Premium MatchKing, the PSA PA10 Gen 2 can achieve sub-MOA accuracy at 100 yards, with the presenter achieving around 1.5 MOA. Before break-in, accuracy was around 3-4 inches at 100 yards.

Is the Palmetto State Armory PA10 Gen 2 a good budget AR-10 option?

Yes, the PSA PA10 Gen 2 is presented as a strong budget AR-10 option, priced below $600. While initial accuracy might require a break-in period and good ammunition, its performance with quality rounds suggests it offers good value for its price point.

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