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This video demonstrates a high-level shooting technique for executing rapid double taps on a steel target at 120 yards. The demonstration highlights the effective use of a tripod-mounted AR-15 with an LPVO and suppressor for enhanced stability and recoil control. Instruction from a practitioner showcases proficient target engagement and recoil management for consistent follow-up shots at distance.

This video demonstrates the rapid firing capabilities of an AR-15 style rifle equipped with a Forced Reset Trigger (FRT). The shooter, exhibiting advanced firearm handling skills, showcases sustained rapid fire on an outdoor range, including quick reloads and engaging multiple target types. The demonstration highlights the effectiveness of the FRT for high-volume shooting.

This demonstration from Lucas Botkin showcases a high-speed technique for engaging targets at 100 meters from a prone position. Botkin emphasizes the importance of rapid transitions and consistent split times, achieving approximately 0.35-second intervals between shots. He also provides insight into how rapid fire can improve accuracy by minimizing overthinking target acquisition.

This video demonstrates the Dumpy Defense FRT trigger system installed in a 12.5" IWI Zion-15 rifle. The speaker, from Cerebral Firearms, showcases the rapid-fire capabilities of the setup, highlighting its performance in an outdoor range setting. The demonstration is noted as being YouTube compliant, indicating adherence to platform guidelines for firearm content.

Lucas Botkin, demonstrating expert-level proficiency, executes a challenging 200-meter shooting drill at the Element Training Complex. The drill involves engaging steel targets from diverse barricade positions and heights using a suppressed AR-15 equipped with an Aimpoint optic and the new ADAPTIV Rail Prototype. Botkin's performance highlights effective movement, stability, and precise target engagement, completing the drill in an impressive 2:06.0.

This video demonstrates the significant recoil reduction capabilities of a specific tanker-style muzzle brake on an AR-15. The presenter highlights the brake's multi-port design, which effectively manages gas expulsion to minimize muzzle rise during rapid fire. The demonstration also touches upon California compliance features, specifically the Compmag system.

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.

Cameron from Palmetto State Armory provides a product update on the upcoming X5.7, a PDW-style firearm chambered in 5.7x28mm. The firearm features a 40-round magazine, ambidextrous safety, and an AR-15 style charging handle. It is slated for a Summer 2025 launch, with tooling currently underway. The presentation highlights the firearm's build materials and compatibility features.

Palmetto State Armory showcased innovative concept firearms at Shot Show 2024, inviting viewer votes to prioritize production. Highlights include the AK-inspired VUK, the versatile Thumper launcher, bullpup and 9mm Jakl variants, multiple Dagger pistol calibers (.22 LR, .45 ACP, 10mm), the Sabre Enhanced M4, the Emerge Bolt Gun series, the 5.7x28mm X5.7 PDW, and the user-serviceable 570 Shotgun.

Palmetto State Armory provides an update on the PSA X5.7 pistol, detailing design refinements based on customer feedback. Key improvements include an ambidextrous safety, last round bolt open, and Glock-compatible sights. The design is finalized, with production tooling underway for a projected Q1 2025 release.