THE PSA DAGGER BURNDOWN: The Downfall of Sparta Begins

Published on February 15, 2025
Duration: 33:53

This video details a 3000-round burndown test of a standard PSA Dagger Compact pistol. The test involved shooting 124-grain AAC standard pressure ammunition through various Glock OEM, ETS, and Magpul magazines. The firearm was lubricated with Brake Free CLP and equipped with a Holosun 507Comp optic and Streamlight TLR-1. The primary issues encountered were light primer strikes, attributed by the presenter to ammunition quality control rather than the firearm itself. The front sight was also noted to be loose by the end of the test.

Quick Summary

The PSA Dagger Compact completed a 3000-round burndown test with minimal firearm-related malfunctions, experiencing only light primer strikes attributed to AAC ammunition quality. Accessories like the Holosun 507Comp optic and Streamlight TLR-1 were also used, with the optic noted to loosen due to heat.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Test Setup
  2. 00:12Welcome to Trench Grenade Channel
  3. 00:23The 1000-3000 Round Burndown
  4. 00:46Magazine Assembly Overview
  5. 01:15Magazine Count Details
  6. 02:24Agenda: 1000 Rounds of Shooting
  7. 02:46Firearm Preparation and Setup
  8. 03:15Ammunition and Magazine Showcase
  9. 04:09Moving to Firing Position
  10. 04:18Starting the 1000 Round Test
  11. 05:04Firearm Heating Up
  12. 07:01First Malfunction: Click No Bang
  13. 07:25Identifying Light Primer Strikes
  14. 08:08Continuing with Extended Magazines
  15. 09:38Second Malfunction: Click No Bang
  16. 11:07More Light Primer Strikes
  17. 12:12Mid-Test Update: 600-700 Rounds
  18. 12:24Switching to Glock OEM Magazines
  19. 13:44Magazine Ejection Issue
  20. 15:03Firearm Condition: Smoky and Hot
  21. 15:48Final Stretch: Stick Magazines
  22. 16:07Another Click No Bang Malfunction
  23. 16:56Shooting 33-Round Magazines
  24. 17:36More Click Malfunctions
  25. 18:40Collecting Light Primer Strike Rounds
  26. 19:01Shooting Collected Malfunction Rounds
  27. 19:41Exceeding 3000 Rounds
  28. 20:15Test Conclusion: 3000 Rounds Complete
  29. 20:24Analysis of Light Primer Strikes
  30. 20:51Firearm Condition Post-Test
  31. 21:00Upcoming Internal Wear Inspection
  32. 21:40Optic Loosening and Front Sight Issue
  33. 22:09Initial Thoughts on the PSA Dagger
  34. 22:33Outro and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the primary issue encountered during the PSA Dagger's 3000-round burndown test?

The main issue observed was approximately eight light primer strikes, where the firing pin did not fully ignite the primer. The presenter attributed these to quality control issues with the AAC ammunition used, rather than a defect in the PSA Dagger itself.

How did the PSA Dagger perform after 3000 rounds of continuous firing?

The PSA Dagger completed the 3000-round test, showing significant fouling and heat. While there were light primer strikes, the firearm itself did not experience catastrophic failure, and an internal wear inspection was planned.

What accessories were used on the PSA Dagger during the burndown test?

The PSA Dagger was equipped with a Holosun 507Comp red dot sight and a Streamlight TLR-1 weapon light. The optic did loosen during the test due to heat transfer.

What types of magazines were used in the PSA Dagger 3000-round test?

A variety of magazines were utilized, including Glock OEM (17, 19, 33 rounds), ETS (22 rounds), and Magpul (15, 17, 24, 27 rounds). All functioned without significant issues beyond the ammunition-related malfunctions.

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