Introduction to Long-Range Shooting - Here is What You Need to Get Started | Palmetto State Armory

This video discusses the emerging dominance of the 7mm PRC caliber in long-range precision shooting, positing it will surpass the 6.5 Creedmoor by late 2026. The 7mm PRC offers heavier bullets (160-195 grains), higher velocities (upwards of 3,100 fps), and greater energy (3,000 ft-lbs), making it a superior choice for distances beyond 800 yards and for hunting larger game. The caliber's rapid growth indicates strong industry backing.

This video showcases advanced precision shooting techniques and equipment, featuring Lucas Botkin, a recognized authority in the firearms industry. It details the setup and use of high-end rifles like the Sons of Liberty Gun Works Mark 1, Seekins SP10M, Accuracy International AT-X, and Surgeon CSR. The guide emphasizes the critical role of environmental data and ballistic calculations using tools like Kestrel meters and smartphone apps for accurate long-range engagements.

The 7mm PRC is emerging as a dominant long-range precision rifle caliber, poised to surpass the 6.5 Creedmoor by late 2026. This is attributed to its heavier bullet weight (160-195 grains), higher velocity (upwards of 3,100 ft/s), and superior energy output, making it more effective beyond 800 yards and a better choice for large game hunting. The 7mm PRC offers an evolution in long-range capability, fitting a 'do-it-all' role more effectively than its predecessor.

This video provides a comprehensive guide to setting up a rifle for 1000-yard shooting, covering essential steps from initial fit and scope mounting to boresighting, parallax adjustment, and zeroing. It details the process of confirming zero with group shooting, utilizing a chronograph for ballistics data, and then truing those ballistics by shooting at extended ranges (400, 600, 800, 1000 yards). The instructors emphasize the importance of accurate data input into ballistic calculators and troubleshooting potential scope tracking issues.

This guide, informed by experts from Backfire and Mountains Mullets MERICA, details seven critical techniques to enhance rifle accuracy. It covers minimizing cant with bubble levels, optimizing ammunition selection, improving trigger control, and ensuring proper rifle support. The experts emphasize data collection through 10-round groups and regular maintenance, including checking hardware torque and barrel cleaning, to prevent accuracy degradation.

This guide details the technique for making accurate long-range shots, emphasizing stability, controlled breathing, and precise trigger control. It contrasts real-world shooting with cinematic portrayals, highlighting the importance of accounting for environmental factors like wind and the Coriolis effect. The instruction is delivered by CajunBoyJake, who demonstrates a methodical approach to achieving hits at extended distances.

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.