FAL REVIEW: DSA SA58 Bush Warrior

Published on September 9, 2021
Duration: 25:56

The DSA SA58 Bush Warrior, an 18-inch barreled FAL variant, offers classic aesthetics and manageable recoil but struggles with modern tactical utility. Accuracy is decent for a battle rifle, with results ranging from 3.27 to 5.1 MOA. Its complex 47-setting gas system and difficult magazine insertion are notable drawbacks, especially when compared to more user-friendly AR-10 platforms.

Quick Summary

The DSA SA58 Bush Warrior achieved accuracy scores between 3.27 and 5.1 MOA. Its 47-setting gas system is complex, requiring the highest setting for reliability in adverse conditions. While it has good aesthetics and manageable recoil, issues like difficult magazine insertion and extreme handguard heat make it less practical than modern AR-10s for tactical use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Parody & Overview
  2. 02:00DSA SA58 Bush Warrior Product Intro
  3. 03:18Accuracy Testing Results (.308)
  4. 04:42Reliability & Complex Gas System
  5. 06:49Ergonomics & Controls Review
  6. 09:00The Good, The Bad, and The Feels
  7. 13:36Suppression & Heat Issues
  8. 15:01Final Thoughts & Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the accuracy results for the DSA SA58 Bush Warrior?

Accuracy tests showed 5.1 MOA with Tula 150gr, 3.3 MOA with Hornady Black 155gr A-MAX, and 3.27 MOA with Winchester M80 149gr. The FAL is not considered a sniper's weapon.

How complex is the gas system on the DSA SA58?

The DSA SA58 features a short-stroke gas piston system with 47 adjustable settings. Reviewers found this overly complex, noting it required the highest setting to function reliably during a dirt test.

What are the pros and cons of the DSA SA58 Bush Warrior?

Pros include its aesthetics, adjustable gas for suppression, 8.5 lbs weight, and manageable recoil. Cons are the complex gas settings, difficult magazine insertion, and poor quality polymer magazines.

Is the DSA SA58 Bush Warrior suitable for modern tactical use?

While aesthetically pleasing and fun to shoot, the FAL platform, including the SA58 Bush Warrior, is generally not considered as practical for primary tactical use compared to modern AR-10 platforms due to its ergonomics and complexity.

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