Soviet Arms AKS-74U “Krinkov” from Palmetto State Armory

This review of the PSA Saber-18 Mod S 10.3" 300 Blackout AR pistol highlights its impressive features for its price point. The reviewer praises the cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel for accuracy and durability, the reliable pistol-length gas system for both subsonic and supersonic 300 Blackout, and the upgraded components like the Radiant Raptor LT charging handle and Saber two-stage trigger. It's presented as a capable PDW for personal defense up to 100 yards.

This review by Elliott Delp provides an expert look at the Daniel Defense DDM4V9, highlighting its excellent value, particularly when found on sale for around $1,600. Delp, an established firearms reviewer, details the rifle's high-quality components, including a Radian charging handle and Magpul MBUS sights, and praises its 16-inch cold hammer-forged barrel and Cerakote finish. The DDM4V9 is presented as a worthwhile investment for its performance and build quality.

This video provides an overview of the Palmetto State Armory 8.5-inch 300 Blackout PA-15, presented as a Black Friday special. It highlights key features such as the M-LOK handguard, 1:8 twist rate barrel for optimal projectile stabilization, and FDE furniture with a blade-style brace. The presentation is informative and comes from a high-authority source within Palmetto State Armory, making it valuable for those interested in this specific build or .300 Blackout platforms.

This video introduces the Harrington and Richardson (H&R) 300 Blackout DOE pistol, a new offering from Palmetto State Armory. It highlights the firearm's features, including an H&R brace, A2 grip, milspec trigger and safety, C7 style upper, and a 7.5-inch barrel with a 1:7 twist rate. The DOE is presented as a follow-up to the successful 9mm version, designed for similar aesthetics and performance.

This video from Palmetto State Armory discusses the advantages of 5.56 AK platforms, particularly in light of increasing difficulty in finding 7.62x39 and 5.45x39 ammunition. The presenter highlights models like the AK-102 and AK-101 as viable options for AK enthusiasts who want to continue shooting their platforms.

This video conducts a ballistic gel test of Hornady American Gunner 9mm XTP +P 124-grain ammunition fired from firearms with varying barrel lengths (3.3", 4.5", 7.5", and 10.5"). The test aims to observe the impact of barrel length on velocity, bullet expansion, and penetration depth in 10% ballistic gelatin. Results show significant expansion and penetration across all barrel lengths, with some surprising outcomes regarding wound cavity size and penetration depth between shorter and longer barrels.

This guide, informed by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, details the critical differences between buckshot and birdshot for home defense. It covers their physical characteristics, penetration capabilities through walls, and effectiveness at close range. The advice emphasizes choosing a load based on concerns about over-penetration while stressing the universal importance of training, target identification, and using a light for any home defense scenario.

This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.

This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.