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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 expert-level review of the Wraithworks CarbonMax CM-1, a novel AR-15 variant featuring a monolithic carbon fiber upper receiver. The review highlights its innovative construction, lightweight design (6.5 lbs), and ergonomic features like a non-reciprocating charging handle. The engineer from Wraithworks transparently discusses technical aspects, design philosophy, and minor prototype issues, offering insights into its performance and future production plans. The rifle is noted for its soft recoil and flat shooting characteristics.

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 video from Palmetto State Armory introduces the Sabre Mixtape Vol. 3, a new AR-15 platform rifle chambered in 8.6 Blackout. It highlights the Sabre-25 enhanced forging set with full ambidextrous controls, a 7.25-inch FDE handguard, an 8-inch barrel with a 1:3 twist, and a Champagne Cerakote finish. The firearm includes premium components like a Maxim brace, B5 stock/grip, Radian Raptor charging handle, and a full chrome BCG, shipping with a 25-round PMAG. Receiver sets are in production, with full builds expected later in the year.

Palmetto State Armory is updating the JAKL 2.0 based on customer feedback from SHOT Show 2025, specifically addressing the lack of mil-spec lower compatibility. Features developed for the 2.0 will be integrated into a JAKL 1.5 model, while the 2.0 is being redeveloped into an entirely new product to be revealed before SHOT Show 2026. The PSA Representative demonstrated high expertise and transparency regarding these design pivots.

Palmetto State Armory's 2025 Concept Gun Poll showcases a diverse range of upcoming firearm prototypes, including modular bolt-action rifles, bullpup conversions, and new caliber variants. Notable entries include the PSA Emerge, Olcan Bullpup Lower, JAKL in 9mm and .338 ARC, the Sabre Thumper launcher, and the Sabre-11 2011-style pistol. The poll allows the community to influence which designs move into production, highlighting PSA's commitment to product development based on customer feedback.

Cameron from Palmetto State Armory provides a product update on the upcoming X5.7, a PDW-style firearm chambered in 5.7x28mm. The firearm features a 40-round magazine, ambidextrous safety, and an AR-15 style charging handle. It is slated for a Summer 2025 launch, with tooling currently underway. The presentation highlights the firearm's build materials and compatibility features.

Palmetto State Armory showcased innovative concept firearms at Shot Show 2024, inviting viewer votes to prioritize production. Highlights include the AK-inspired VUK, the versatile Thumper launcher, bullpup and 9mm Jakl variants, multiple Dagger pistol calibers (.22 LR, .45 ACP, 10mm), the Sabre Enhanced M4, the Emerge Bolt Gun series, the 5.7x28mm X5.7 PDW, and the user-serviceable 570 Shotgun.

Palmetto State Armory provides an update on the PSA X5.7 pistol, detailing design refinements based on customer feedback. Key improvements include an ambidextrous safety, last round bolt open, and Glock-compatible sights. The design is finalized, with production tooling underway for a projected Q1 2025 release.