SHOT Show 2025 | Palmetto State Armory X9

The PSA Dagger offers an affordable 9mm pistol solution with a unique interchangeable frame system. This review highlights its hybrid design, combining a Glock 17-sized grip with a Glock 19-sized slide. The package includes a spare frame, allowing users to switch between different grip sizes for enhanced versatility.

Palmetto State Armory (PSA) is bringing back the X9 model due to significant community demand, evidenced by social media interest. The firearm has undergone a redesign following SHOT Show, primarily to address issues with its operating system which initially made the receiver too thick. The updated X9 will feature a magazine-in-grip design and a delayed operating system, with PSA planning to reveal an updated version in the coming months.

The PSA Sabre Lancet 50 BMG is presented as a significantly more affordable semi-automatic .50 BMG rifle compared to high-end options like the Barrett. While production is currently paused due to testing and ammunition costs, it is slated for a target price of around $3,500, aiming to be the most budget-friendly option on the market. The rifle features a design reminiscent of the Barrett but with a squared-off rail and is shown with a suppressor and Nightforce optic.

This video conducts a 500-round reliability test on a budget Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AR-15. The creator aims to assess the rifle's performance under sustained range use, focusing on function, recoil, accuracy, and overall durability without relying on marketing claims. The test covers potential malfunctions, ammo consistency, and identifies who this affordable rifle might be suitable for, providing a real-world evaluation beyond typical short-term usage. A build list is also provided.

This video provides an overview of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR PDW chassis, presented as a competitor to the Flux Raider. It showcases the rapid, spring-loaded deployment of the chassis and highlights its modular design, emphasizing compatibility with the PSA Dagger platform and its Fire Control Unit (FCU) based construction. The demonstration includes a PSA AXR PDW equipped with a Holosun red dot and weapon-mounted light.

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 demonstrates universal shooting standards, emphasizing under one-second engagement times from high and low ready positions. It showcases drills like the Bill Drill and a 3 Body, 2 Head sequence, highlighting efficient weapon manipulation and accuracy with a custom AR-15 build featuring an EOTech optic and GBRS Hydra Mount.

Proper posture while wearing body armor is crucial for maximizing ballistic protection. Leaning forward exposes the clavicle and upper chest, allowing rounds to bypass plates. Standing upright and bracing ensures the armor plates are presented directly to the threat, covering the vital areas effectively.

This GBRS Group video emphasizes mastering carbine reloads by prioritizing proper technique over raw speed. It highlights the critical importance of a firm, forward support grip (like a C-clamp) for weapon control during CQB and high-stress scenarios, warning against sacrificing fundamentals for fast 'par times'. The correct sequence involves sending the bolt, moving the support hand forward, establishing a solid grip, and then re-acquiring the target.

This performance review showcases advanced tactical training integrating high-intensity physical and mental stress. Drills include live-fire range exercises with rapid transitions, CQB in a shoot house under fatigue, and simulated combat stress via intense cardio intervals. The session emphasizes the critical link between physical conditioning, stress management, and effective weapon manipulation.