PSA AR9 9MM CARBINE!!

Published on September 24, 2019
Duration: 29:17

This review of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AR9 9mm Carbine highlights its suitability for home defense and general use. The reviewer, Locks N Load Firearm Reviews, emphasizes its manageable recoil, reduced noise signature compared to rifle calibers, and ergonomic AR platform controls. While generally reliable, the firearm exhibited pickiness with steel-cased ammunition and experienced a broken retaining pin during rapid fire, which PSA promptly resolved with excellent customer service by upgrading to a titanium pin. The reviewer recommends it as a cost-effective Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC) option.

Quick Summary

The Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AR9 9mm Carbine is a cost-effective Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC) well-suited for home defense. It features an 8-inch barrel, M-LOK rail, accepts Glock magazines, and includes an SBA3 brace. While generally reliable, it can be picky with steel-cased ammo, and a retaining pin issue was promptly resolved by PSA with a titanium upgrade.

Chapters

  1. 00:20Introduction
  2. 02:05Welcome Back to the War Room
  3. 02:22Starting from the Nose: Muzzle Device
  4. 03:50Barrel and Rail System
  5. 05:35Upper Receiver Details
  6. 06:21Lower Receiver Features
  7. 07:23Trigger and Safety Selector
  8. 09:26Bolt Carrier Group (G9 Hybrid)
  9. 11:52Lower Receiver and Magazine Compatibility
  10. 12:57Pros of the PSA AR9
  11. 19:09Cons of the PSA AR9
  12. 22:41PSA Customer Service Experience
  13. 24:30Would I Buy It?
  14. 25:25Bolt Lock Back Feature
  15. 25:38SBA3 Brace and Pistol Grip
  16. 25:50Value Proposition and Glock Mag Compatibility
  17. 26:19Thank You to PSA
  18. 26:32Reviewer's Final Thoughts
  19. 27:02Channel Support and Monetization
  20. 28:23Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the PSA AR9 9mm Carbine?

The PSA AR9 features an 8-inch barrel, a 9-inch M-LOK rail, a PSA G9 hybrid bolt carrier, and accepts Glock-style magazines. It includes a PSA fluted flash can, Magpul MOE grip, and an SBA3 adjustable brace, making it a versatile Pistol Caliber Carbine.

Is the PSA AR9 suitable for home defense?

Yes, the reviewer considers the PSA AR9 excellent for home defense due to its manageable 9mm recoil, reduced noise signature compared to rifle calibers, and familiar AR platform controls. It's also recommended for less experienced shooters.

What ammunition issues were encountered with the PSA AR9?

The reviewer noted that the PSA AR9 was somewhat picky with ammunition, experiencing more malfunctions with steel-cased ammo than with brass-cased. This was observed without the firearm being initially lubricated.

How was PSA's customer service regarding a malfunction?

PSA provided excellent customer service when a retaining pin broke. They quickly issued a shipping label, repaired the firearm, and upgraded the pin to titanium, resolving the issue and ensuring reliable performance afterward.

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