Suppressor 101 | Episode 4 - Choosing a Suppressor | Palmetto State Armory

This video from GUNBROS, featuring expert Jared, breaks down the critical factors in choosing a good suppressor. It covers sound mitigation, flash suppression, back pressure, and physical attributes like weight and size. The discussion highlights the trade-offs involved and explains why larger suppressors are generally more effective at sound reduction, while also touching on the benefits of flow-through designs for managing gas.

This video covers a range of new suppressor technologies and firearms showcased at NRA 2025. Key highlights include modular suppressors from SilencerCo, advanced 3D-printed designs from Anacoi and Dead Air, and innovative mounting systems from Tyion. Several manufacturers like Faxon Firearms and GQ Armory also presented their latest offerings in various calibers, emphasizing lightweight designs, durability, and user-serviceability.

The video explains the growing trend of 3D printed suppressors in the industry. It highlights the advantages of additive manufacturing, including the use of exotic materials like Hannes 282, titanium, and Incanel, leading to improved durability and lighter weight. The process also minimizes human error for greater consistency and allows for complex baffle designs that enhance sound and back pressure reduction.

This video provides an expert-level comparison of high backpressure (traditional) suppressors and modern low backpressure (flow-through) designs, drawing on the authority of Brass Facts. It details the trade-offs in sound, flash, heat management, and cost, concluding that traditional suppressors still hold a valuable niche for specific applications, particularly where signature reduction is paramount.

This video covers Day 3 of the NRA Show 2026 in Houston, Texas, featuring interviews with attendees and showcasing new products. Key highlights include the Ace Virtual Shooting experience, discussions on Faxon Firearms' products, Fostech's 50 BMG, Sig Sauer's P320 Reserve, and the upcoming Goat Guns GP5 and musket. The event also touched upon suppressor technology advancements and the general atmosphere of the show.

This entry details new suppressor releases from SHOT Show 2026, highlighting advancements in 3D printing and modular designs. Experts discuss innovative products like the ultra-lightweight Off Grid Scorpius, the air-cooling Ambient Arms Exo, and the revolutionary Strategic Sciences MFMD. The content emphasizes the growing suppressor market and emerging technologies for various shooting disciplines.

Palmetto State Armory's 2025 Concept Gun Poll showcases a diverse range of upcoming firearm prototypes, including modular bolt-action rifles, bullpup conversions, and new caliber variants. Notable entries include the PSA Emerge, Olcan Bullpup Lower, JAKL in 9mm and .338 ARC, the Sabre Thumper launcher, and the Sabre-11 2011-style pistol. The poll allows the community to influence which designs move into production, highlighting PSA's commitment to product development based on customer feedback.

This video provides a comprehensive product update on the Palmetto State Armory X5.7, a PDW-style firearm chambered in 5.7x28mm. Expert insights cover its build materials (aluminum upper, polymer lower), features like a 40-round magazine and AR-15 style charging handle, and technical specifications including a 1/2x28 threaded barrel. The update confirms tooling is underway for a Summer 2025 launch.

This video from Palmetto State Armory showcases several pre-production concept firearms unveiled at Shot Show 2024. PSA is actively soliciting customer feedback via their website to determine which models will proceed to production. The featured firearms include innovative designs like the VUK rifle, the Thumper 37mm launcher, various Dagger pistol variants, and the X5.7 PDW.

This video provides an update on the Palmetto State Armory X5.7 pistol, detailing design refinements and production timelines. Cameron from PSA highlights improvements like an ambidextrous safety, last round bolt open, and Glock-compatible sights, while retaining features such as the Radian Raptor charging handle and 40-round capacity. The design is finalized, with production slated for Q1 2025.