The Mixtape .300 BLK: PSA’s Most Chaotic Build Yet

This video showcases a custom build featuring the PSA Mixtape in .300 Blackout, complete with a Ridgeback Defense suppressor and Aimpoint optics. The presenter also highlights a personalized CZ SP-01 EDC firearm. The guide details the installation of the suppressor and accessories on the Mixtape, emphasizing its ambidextrous controls and adjustable gas block. The speaker's expertise is evident in their detailed breakdown of high-end aftermarket components and firearm customization.

Roger Barrera from QVO Tactical provides an expert overview of the new Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR rifle and pistol at SHOT Show 2026. The AXR rifle boasts full ambidextrous controls, a monolithic rail, and an adjustable gas block, with availability in multiple calibers and lengths. The AXR pistol is presented in .300 Blackout with a short barrel and a new brace design. Barrera notes the AXR folding stock as a progression from the PSA Jakl line.

Roger Barrera of QVO Tactical provides an in-depth review of the PSA Sabre Enhanced Mixtape Vol. 1 in .300 Blackout. The review covers initial range impressions, accuracy testing at 50 yards, tuning the adjustable gas block for reliability with different magazines, and ballistic data collected via a Garmin Xero C1 chronograph. Barrera highlights the firearm's impressive performance for its price point, making it a strong contender in the budget .300 Blackout market.

This guide, presented by Justin from Palmetto State Armory, explains the critical role of barrel twist rate in stabilizing .300 Blackout projectiles. It details how faster twists (1:5) are ideal for heavier subsonic rounds, while slower twists (1:7) excel with lighter supersonic rounds. The information is derived from practical range testing, demonstrating the performance differences between twist rates and ammunition types.

This video provides an expert overview of the Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AXR rifle system, introduced at SHOT Show 2024. The AXR features a short-stroke piston system, making it lighter than the JAKL, and offers enhanced modularity with bolt-on rails and AR-15 barrel nut compatibility for easy home barrel swaps. It is designed for suppressor use with an adjustable gas knob and is expected to be released in early summer with pricing comparable to existing JAKL models.

This expert-level review of the PSA Mixtape Vol 1. .300 Blackout pistol highlights its impressive value proposition, combining high-end features with an accessible price point of around $1250. The firearm demonstrated excellent reliability over 170 rounds without malfunction and showed promising accuracy, particularly with heavier subsonic ammunition. The adjustable gas block and quality components like the Microbest BCG contribute to its performance and customization potential.

Micah Mayfield details extensive testing of Forced Reset Triggers (FRTs) across various firearm platforms, including AR-15 variants, PCCs, and a shotgun. The testing highlights critical compatibility issues related to Bolt Carrier Group (BCG) geometry and action types, with some platforms like the Daniel Defense PCC and LaRue AR-15 performing exceptionally well, while others like the PSA Jakl and Genesis Arms Gen 12 failed. The video also touches upon the legal standing of FRTs, emphasizing their distinction from machine guns.

The Nemo Arms Omen Nitemare is a .300 Win Mag semi-automatic rifle with an unusually short 8-inch barrel, creating extreme muzzle blast and concussion. Despite its absurdity, it demonstrates surprising flatness in shooting due to its muzzle brake and gas system. Reliability issues, specifically stovepipes, emerged after around 150-200 rounds. The firearm easily penetrates Level 3A ballistic protection at close range.

The Holosun DRS-TH offers a revolutionary hybrid optic, combining a red dot sight with thermal imaging capabilities at an accessible price point. While its 256x192 sensor resolution limits identification range at distances, it excels in detection and is highly effective for close-to-medium range hunting. The DRS-NV provides a digital night vision option for under $1000, making advanced optics more attainable.

Micah Mayfield reviews the PSA JAKL, highlighting its piston-driven action and ACR-style stock. Despite initial reservations, he praises its build quality and accuracy potential, achieving 1 MOA with match ammo. He notes the adjustable gas system's effectiveness, especially suppressed, but criticizes the QD sling mounts and stock cheek rest adjustment. The JAKL is positioned as a unique, value-oriented alternative to traditional AR-15s.