The main culprit of the play seems like its on the back end of the trigger where it touches the safety, just too much material was removed when it was made, resulting in a loose tolerance where the safety engages the back of the trigger. I was eventually going to get a different trigger/hammer setup anyway, but I wanted something good until then.
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Are PSA uppers reliable?
By the Numbers. After some minor break-in to loosen things up…my PSA uppers were fully reliable at my current round count of 1500 across all three. It'll do its job within mil-spec with regular plinking ammo, and seems to like PMC Bronze overall the best (Best AR-15 Ammo).
Are Palmetto State Armory lowers good?
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Is PSA a good gun brand?
They're not super custom rifles like you might get from a company like LWRC or Daniel Defense. But, the more expensive PSA rifles are still capable guns. There's a range of options. But, the overall trend is that Palmetto State Armory generally makes affordable, reliable rifles, not super custom rifles.
Are PSA lowers forged or billet?
These lowers are made using the most advanced aerospace manufacturing technology to produce the industries finest, forged Mil-Spec lowers. Our receivers are machined on a multimillion dollar, automated, manufacturing system which enables us to produce a product of unequaled quality and value.
Does PSA make their own lowers?
No middleman means lower prices PSA has some of the best prices on AR-15s in the industry. The reason why they can do this, from what I learned, is because they've brought just about every part of the manufacturing process into their own house, through different sister companies.
Does PSA test fire their uppers?
@rockymountainjeep Yes, we test fire all of our uppers. If the upper you purchase doesn't have the BCG & charging handle we use our own stand in BCGs.
Are PSA barrels chrome lined?
Barrel: 16" Mil-spec barrel steel, mid-length gas, Special lighter profile barrel, chambered in 5.56 NATO, with a 1/7 twist, chrome lined bore and M4 barrel extension made for us right here in Columbia SC by FN Manufacturing. Barrels are high pressure tested, mag particle inspected.
Who owns Palmetto State Armory?
Palmetto State Armory founder and CEO Jamin McCallum tells the story of how it all began and where Palmetto State is going. Jamin also shares his main motivation for creating an American made firearm that carries an unlimited lifetime warranty.
Where are PSA guns made?
Online and in stores, Palmetto State Armory is best known for its military-style PA-15 rifle, a version of the semi-automatic AR-15 the company assembles at a company warehouse in Lexington County.
Does PSA have 80% lowers?
At Palmetto State Defense, we stand behind the quality of our 80% lowers. With an 80% forged lower, there is no serial or registration required since it is not a firearm. If you live in a not-so-friendly gun state, be sure you are well aware of the laws before purchasing.
How much does a PSA complete lower weigh?
Best Answer: Pretty much average. Weight of this completed lower? Best Answer: Mine is right at 39oz. Or 2.44 lbs.
Are PSA barrels dimpled?
Quote from PSA website: “ All Gen3 PA10 models come with a dimpled barrel for ease of gas block replacement if you choose to do so.”