PSA SABRE | Performance on a Budget! (Feat. @KitBadger)

Published on July 8, 2023
Duration: 33:35

Roger Barrera of QVO Tactical, alongside guest Ivan from Kit Badger, reviews the Palmetto State Armory Sabre forged variant. The review highlights its impressive performance for its $1,229 price point, detailing its setup with a Geissele rail, Hiperfire trigger, and various optics and accessories. Testing confirms good gas tuning for suppressed use and solid accuracy, with minor reliability issues noted only after extensive suppressed shooting with specific magazines.

Quick Summary

The Palmetto State Armory Sabre (Forged Geissele Variant) offers exceptional performance for its $1,229 price point. Key features include a Geissele MK13 rail and Hiperfire RBT trigger. It exhibits excellent gas tuning for suppressed use with minimal blowback and consistent ejection, though minor extraction issues can arise after ~500 suppressed rounds with metal magazines, resolvable with lubrication.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to PSA Sabre
  2. 01:39Initial Range Impressions
  3. 02:43Guest Shooter Feedback
  4. 07:20Suppressed Performance
  5. 10:51Zeroing and Accuracy
  6. 15:19Range Drills and Maneuverability
  7. 24:40Optic Setup and Ergonomics
  8. 27:33Technical Specifications
  9. 30:33Reliability and Final Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price and value proposition of the PSA Sabre rifle?

The Palmetto State Armory Sabre, specifically the forged Geissele variant reviewed, is priced at $1,229.00. It is highlighted as offering premium features and performance typically found on much more expensive rifles, making it a strong value proposition for budget-conscious buyers seeking quality components like a Geissele rail and Hiperfire trigger.

How does the PSA Sabre perform when suppressed?

The PSA Sabre demonstrates excellent gas tuning for suppressed use. During testing with a YHM Turbo K suppressor, minimal gas blowback was observed, and ejection patterns remained consistent at the 3 o'clock position, indicating effective management of backpressure.

What are the key technical specifications of the PSA Sabre reviewed?

The reviewed PSA Sabre features a forged AR-15 platform, a 14.5-inch barrel with a 1:7 twist rate that is pinned and welded, a carbine-length gas system, a 13.5-inch Geissele MK13 rail, and a Hiperfire RBT single-stage trigger. It also includes Magpul furniture.

What potential reliability issues were noted with the PSA Sabre?

After approximately 500 rounds of suppressed shooting, minor malfunctions such as failures to extract were observed, particularly when using metal magazines. The issue was resolved with lubrication, suggesting that proper maintenance is crucial for sustained reliability under heavy, suppressed use.

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