PSA Sabre Dagger - Survive 500 Rounds?

Published on May 4, 2024
Duration: 13:40

This video details a 500-round reliability test of the Palmetto State Armory Sabre Dagger pistol. The reviewer, who purchased the firearm himself, notes that most of the "Gucci upgrades" come standard, excluding the optic and weapon light. The test primarily used PSA's included P.A.G. magazines with +5 base plates and factory Glock magazines, with initial malfunctions attributed to Amend 2 magazines. The reviewer also explores the functionality of a Griffin Armament micro compensator and a Dead Air Wolfman suppressor, concluding that the pistol is reliable with proper magazines and offers significant value.

Quick Summary

The PSA Sabre Dagger is a reliable pistol that performed well in a 500-round test, with minimal malfunctions attributed to aftermarket Amend 2 magazines. Key features include a threaded barrel, flared magwell, and a good trigger. The firearm is recommended for its value, with the primary suggestion being to upgrade the iron sights to an optic.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Introduction: 500 Round Test
  2. 00:10PSA Sabre Dagger Edition Overview
  3. 00:23Added Accessories: Optic & Light
  4. 00:34Included Accessories: Range Bag & Mags
  5. 01:06Zeroing the HoloSun EPS Optic
  6. 01:42Mag Dumping & Build Drills
  7. 01:52Testing Amend 2 Glock Mags
  8. 02:28First Malfunction: Failure to Extract
  9. 02:55Second Malfunction: Failure to Extract
  10. 03:23Testing ETS Clear Extended Mag
  11. 03:42Testing Factory Glock Mag with +5 Base Plate
  12. 04:04Magwell Compatibility Issues
  13. 04:39PSA Sabre Dagger vs. AR-15 Sabre
  14. 05:15Build Drill with Shot Timer
  15. 05:54Mid-Test Reliability Update
  16. 06:09Sabre Dagger Standard Upgrades
  17. 06:18Tin Colored Threaded Barrel
  18. 06:24Textured Slide and Grip
  19. 06:33Grip Comparison to Glock
  20. 06:50Flared Magwell and Iron Sights
  21. 07:12Trigger Performance
  22. 07:33Threaded Barrel Accessories
  23. 07:38Testing Griffin Armament Micro Comp
  24. 07:45Testing Dead Air Wolfman Suppressor
  25. 08:53Initial Impressions and Reliability
  26. 09:16Suppressor Test Preparation
  27. 09:30AR Looks Good (Distraction)
  28. 09:33Suppressor Test on Threaded Barrel
  29. 10:14Suppressor Test Results
  30. 10:32Reinstalling Compensator
  31. 11:05Impact of Micro Compensator
  32. 11:23Final Magazine
  33. 11:40500 Round Test Conclusion
  34. 11:52Malfunction Analysis: Amend 2 Mags
  35. 12:07Flawless Performance with Other Mags
  36. 12:21Suppressor Test Recap
  37. 12:34Post-Test Condition of Firearm
  38. 12:48HoloSun Optic Durability
  39. 12:54Internal Condition After 500 Rounds
  40. 13:12Overall Impression and Reliability
  41. 13:22Recommended Changes: Optic & Sights
  42. 13:32Final Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Palmetto State Armory Sabre Dagger?

The PSA Sabre Dagger includes a tin-colored threaded barrel, a textured slide for enhanced grip, a desert camouflage finish, a flared magwell, and a flat-face trigger. These premium features are standard, differentiating it from many other pistols in its class.

How reliable is the PSA Sabre Dagger after a 500-round test?

The PSA Sabre Dagger demonstrated high reliability in a 500-round test, with only 2-3 malfunctions attributed to aftermarket Amend 2 magazines. When used with P.A.G. saber base plate magazines and factory Glock magazines, the pistol ran flawlessly.

What accessories were tested on the PSA Sabre Dagger?

The reviewer added a HoloSun EPS enclosed red dot optic and a SureFire X300 weapon light. A Griffin Armament micro compensator was also tested on the threaded barrel, showing a positive impact on recoil management.

Did a suppressor work with the PSA Sabre Dagger?

A Dead Air Wolfman suppressor, even with a booster assembly, was too heavy and did not reliably cycle the PSA Sabre Dagger. The reviewer suggests that lighter, pistol-specific suppressors would likely be more effective.

What are the reviewer's recommendations for the PSA Sabre Dagger?

The reviewer highly recommends the PSA Sabre Dagger for its reliability and value. The only suggested changes are to replace the basic black-on-black iron sights with an optic for better target acquisition and to ensure the use of reliable magazines.

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