PSA Olcan vs JAKL - What's the Advantage? | Palmetto State Armory

This review of the PSA OLCAN Bullpup in 300BLK highlights its modularity, built around the Jakl upper. Key takeaways include the need for gas system tuning for suppressed fire, with a four-click counter-clockwise adjustment significantly reducing recoil and blowback. Ergonomic considerations like potential beard snagging are also discussed, suggesting solutions like cheek risers.

This review by Mark from Fit'n Fire assesses three budget-friendly rifles: the PSA Freedom 15, Hi-Point HP15, and Kel-Tec RDB. Mark, an experienced shooter, evaluates their reliability, accuracy, and value, concluding that while not primary duty weapons, they serve as capable utility firearms. The Hi-Point HP15 demonstrated surprising accuracy, while the Kel-Tec RDB offered unique bullpup advantages for competition.

This video introduces the new Palmetto State Armory Olcan bullpup rifle in a Flat Dark Earth finish. It features a compact design with a full-length top rail and M-LOK handguard. A live-fire demonstration showcases its performance at an outdoor range, equipped with an EOTech sight and suppressor, highlighting controlled semi-automatic and rapid-fire capabilities.

This video showcases the PSA Olcan bullpup rifle, a firearm based on the JAKL platform, chambered in 5.56 NATO. It highlights the rifle's bullpup configuration, compatibility with PSA JAKL uppers, and features like suppressor readiness and AR-15 magazine acceptance. The demonstration occurs at an outdoor range, featuring an EOTech optic.

This video provides an expert-level review of top 5.56 rifles for 2026, featuring insights from Alyssa Seymour and Tanner. They detail a comprehensive 10-category rating system and a rigorous testing methodology involving 1,000 rounds per firearm. Key picks include the B&T SPC223, HK MR556 A4, and S5 Tactical SG-36, with discussions on their unique features, performance, and value, offering a deep dive for firearms enthusiasts.

This video from Survival Gear provides an expert overview of 25 new firearms revealed at SHOT Show 2026. It covers a range of innovations, from bullpup conversion kits and chassis systems for pistols to modern AK variants and specialized rifles like the .50 BMG Tao 50 and cold-weather Sako ARG. The review highlights features relevant to concealed carry, reliability, and recoil mitigation, offering a glimpse into the future of firearm technology.

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.