Why Barrel Twist Rate Matters | Palmetto State Armory

This video from hickok45 provides an expert demonstration and explanation of why suppressed firearms can still be loud. He details the physics of gunshot noise, differentiating between muzzle pop and supersonic crack. The guide highlights the critical role of subsonic ammunition in achieving maximum suppression effectiveness, a key takeaway from his decades of experience.

This guide, based on expert instruction from GUNBROS, explains how to choose the best AR-15 barrel twist rate for your needs. It details how twist rates like 1:7, 1:8, and 1:9 affect the stabilization of different bullet weights, offering practical advice for optimizing performance with 5.56 NATO ammunition.

This guide, presented by a firearms instructor, details the critical relationship between AR-15 barrel twist rates and bullet stabilization. It explains how twist rate affects accuracy with different bullet weights, covers historical context from the M16 to modern ARs, and provides practical advice for selecting the appropriate twist rate for various ammunition types, emphasizing the 1:7 twist's versatility.

This guide details the practical demonstration of .223 subsonic ammunition, highlighting its significantly reduced noise signature when used with a suppressor. It covers the physics of supersonic vs. subsonic rounds, compares their terminal ballistics, and addresses the common cycling failures experienced in semi-automatic platforms like the AR-15. The expert instruction emphasizes the niche application of .223 subsonic and suggests .300 Blackout as a more effective alternative for suppressed AR platforms.

This guide details a comprehensive performance comparison between the Q Honey Badger SD and an HK MP5SD conversion, as demonstrated by firearms expert Ian McCollum. It covers close-range drills, long-range accuracy at 180 yards, and terminal effects on steel targets, highlighting the ballistic and performance advantages of the Honey Badger in most scenarios. The assessment emphasizes practical application and data-driven conclusions for firearm enthusiasts and professionals.

Marcel, a tactical gear content creator, demonstrates a deployment speed test for a custom folding AR-15 pistol. The drill focuses on efficiently deploying the firearm from a vehicle and engaging a target, completing the task in approximately 7.20 seconds. This showcases practical application of tactical gear and weapon manipulation skills.

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.