New PSA Jakl 308 and Bullpup - Shot Show 2024

This review of the PSA Gen4 GX 9mm AR-15 pistol highlights its potential as a budget-friendly Personal Defense Weapon (PDW). The firearm shares many AR-15 controls and accepts readily available Glock magazines, offering a familiar platform for AR users. While praised for its compact nature and solid build quality, potential drawbacks include the lack of a last-round bolt hold-open and limited hand space on shorter barrel configurations.

This guide, presented by Justin from Palmetto State Armory, explains the critical role of barrel twist rate in stabilizing .300 Blackout projectiles. It details how faster twists (1:5) are ideal for heavier subsonic rounds, while slower twists (1:7) excel with lighter supersonic rounds. The information is derived from practical range testing, demonstrating the performance differences between twist rates and ammunition types.

This video provides an overview of the Palmetto State Armory Sabre 10A1 .308 rifle, highlighting its features and compatibility with various accessories. It showcases the firearm's construction and mentions key components like the Rugged Micro 30 suppressor and Holosun HS507C X2 red dot sight, suggesting a focus on build quality and modularity for the AR-10 platform.

This video provides an expert overview of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR rifle system, introduced at SHOT Show 2024. The AXR features a short-stroke piston system, making it lighter than the JAKL, and offers enhanced modularity with bolt-on rails and AR-15 barrel nut compatibility for easy home barrel swaps. It is designed for suppressor use with an adjustable gas knob and is expected to be released in early summer with pricing comparable to existing JAKL models.

This video showcases the rapid-fire capabilities of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) Jakl rifle when equipped with a Rare Breed Triggers (RBT) FRT-15. The demonstration highlights the firearm's performance with a full 30-round magazine of 5.56 NATO ammunition, emphasizing the consistent cycling and ejection patterns observed during high-volume firing. The shooter expresses satisfaction with the combination of the Jakl's gas system and the FRT.

This video provides an expert look at the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) Sabre-11, a new double-stack 1911 pistol, showcased at SHOT Show 2024. It highlights features like an Icarus aluminum grip, V8 slide ports, and an Agency AOS optic plate. The review also touches on the PSA .50 Cal Semi-Auto Rifle project. The speaker demonstrates high authority with detailed product knowledge and manufacturing insights.

This video showcases a custom MK18-style AR-15 build with a focus on high-end tactical accessories. Key components include a Daniel Defense RIS II rail, Unity Tactical FAST mounts with Aimpoint optics, and a Cloud Defensive Rein weapon light. The build emphasizes a 2.26-inch optical centerline for improved ergonomics and features a 10.3-inch barrel chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO.

This video showcases a Zastava ZPAP M70 AK-47 converted into a bullpup configuration. The custom build features a unique chassis with a FAMAS-style carry handle and an integrated optics rail. It retains the standard 7.62x39mm caliber and utilizes a rear-mounted magazine, demonstrating a significant firearms modification.

A $70 Amazon ACOG clone failed critical durability tests, including impact and submersion, while a $1300 Trijicon ACOG is implied to be the reliable standard. The budget optic showed significant water ingress and seal failure after being submerged in a river, rendering it unusable. This comparison highlights the stark differences in build quality and reliability between budget knock-offs and premium, battle-tested optics.

The PSA Sabre is presented as a high-value budget AR-15, retailing around $900. It comes with several factory-installed upgrades like an enhanced charging handle, safety selector, trigger, and takedown pins. Key features include a 13.7-inch pinned and welded barrel and an adjustable gas block for performance tuning.