I hate new Palmetto State Armory AKE AK with FN Barrel!

Published on February 5, 2020
Duration: 13:43

The Palmetto State Armory AKE, featuring an FN cold hammer-forged barrel, demonstrates impressive accuracy for an AK platform, achieving 1.66 MOA with budget ammunition. It exhibits excellent reliability, cycling 1,000 rounds without significant issues and showing compatibility with a wide range of magazines. The rifle's build quality and performance exceed expectations for its price point, making it a strong contender in the AK market.

Quick Summary

The Palmetto State Armory AKE, featuring an FN cold hammer-forged barrel, achieved a consistent 1.66 MOA accuracy at 100 yards with budget Wolf 123gr HP ammo. After 1,000 rounds, internal components showed minimal wear, and it proved compatible with numerous AK magazine types.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Shooting Montage
  2. 01:06Initial Impressions & PSA Evolution
  3. 02:07Technical Features: FN Barrel & Components
  4. 03:49Accuracy Testing: 100 & 300 Yards
  5. 05:19Velocity & Long Range Performance
  6. 07:541,000 Round Internal Inspection
  7. 09:29Magazine Compatibility Test
  8. 12:35Headspace Check: No-Go Gauge Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of accuracy can be expected from the Palmetto State Armory AKE with its FN barrel?

The PSA AKE, equipped with an FN cold hammer-forged barrel, achieved a consistent 1.66 MOA accuracy at 100 yards using Wolf 123gr HP ammunition. This performance is considered excellent for an AK platform, especially when using budget-grade ammunition.

How did the PSA AKE perform after a 1,000-round break-in period?

After firing 1,000 rounds, the PSA AKE was disassembled for inspection. Internal components like the bolt, trunnion, and lugs were in excellent condition, showing minimal wear. Slight deformation was noted on the carrier tail due to the ALG hammer.

Is the PSA AKE compatible with various AK magazines?

Yes, the PSA AKE demonstrated excellent magazine compatibility. It successfully cycled and fed rounds from a wide array of magazines, including surplus steel, Polish, Bulgarian, Serbian, Promag, XTech, and Magpul Gen 3 types.

What are the key technical specifications of the Palmetto State Armory AKE?

The PSA AKE features a 7.62x39mm caliber, an FN cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel with a 1/9.45 twist, an ALG AKT trigger, Magpul furniture, and a nickel boron-coated bolt carrier. It also has concentric threads for suppressor attachment.

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