This rifle in AK Operators Union Local 47-74 completed the 5,000 round torture test and was the only rifle to run a full mag through the sand tornado test, a great value indeed.
Get them while you can....so sick of the constant threats from politicians. I have 8 of those Magpul rifle kits waiting to be built. Thanks for another great review.
Right. Get kits. And get 80% lowers when you can. There are FINALLY excellent and easy to (repeatably) use templates out there now that make it easy to clean out the trigger cavity perfectly with a
I recently purchased a PSA-15 Carbine, and I really like it. I got mine on sale for only $450, and the value for that price is unbeatable. I definitely recommend this as anyone's very first AR style rifle if they're looking to get one.
Bought a PSA dissi nitride upper, PSA (classic?) lower and PSA premium bolt for $386.97 total (includes shipping fees and FFL xfer of $20). I love PSA - they truly do their best to maximize our freedom(s). Thanks for another stellar review as always!
*Today that rifle kit is $299.* Spend $60 more at PSA and you get magpul furniture(choice of color) EPT enhanced trigger, mid-length gas system and a compleat sight system. The basic rifle is OK, but the real deal is the very inexpensive upgrade package that PSA offers. PS Add $40 to the first upgrade package and you can get an 18 inch free floated barrel! $299 basic rifle. $359 upgraded rifle kit. $399 18 inch SS free float barrel, Magpul furniture, EPT trigger group, mbus sights and rifle length gas system...... Crazy low prices!
@@DrJamesConforti Individual links for PSA deals come and go, so the best way to find out what is on offer ,is to go to the PSA web site and highlight the AR15 or AR10 category then select RIFLE KITS. Sort the rifle kits by PRICE and carefully read the descriptions to find the exact combination of features you want. If there isn't a rifle kit that meets your needs, check back in a few days, new kits are offered on a regular basis. If you don't want to build a rifle, highlight the BARRELED UPPER ASSEMBLY category, sort by price and choose an upper that meets your needs, then go to the LOWER RECEIVER category and pick a complete lower to go with your complete upper(add sights & magazine if needed) and snap them together and you have a finished rifle. Here is the link for PSA AR15 items. LINK :palmettostatearmory.com/ar-15/rifle-kits.html LINK: palmettostatearmory.com/ar-15/lowers.html LINK: palmettostatearmory.com/ar-15/barreled-upper-assemblies.html
I have the same rifle. Bought it when I lived in Columbia. Got the upper and lower. Has not malfunctioned on me at all. I only run Federal 5.56 or Winchester white box. Handled 223 just fine all 55 grain. My trigger is a little rough with a tight break. Other than that, it goes bang when I tell it to. Love it! Thanks for sharing.
As a utility rifle (ranch rifle, defense, etc.) I don't think you can beat those PSA's. Put a mid level scope on it and you have yourself a real package. It's good to just throw in the truck, drive across the farm and take care of business.
I have a 20" rifle length and 16" mid length from PSA. I got the complete upper and lower on both. I watched and got both on sale with out shipping. I have aftermarket BCG's, carry handles and charging handles on both so my cost total was around $625 or so both. And before anyone says anything about "save up and get better" I was a year total finishing each because I was watching for sales and deals. If you can afford to drop $700 on an AR then I am happy for you. I could not. Very pleased with what I have.
I would say that BCM is the working man's rifle. Don't get me wrong, nothing against PSA, but I wouldn't feel comfortable carrying a PSA AR into combat.
@@Conan_Kilgore I've got an ar from them with a 18" free floated barrel and a rifle lengh gas system, I run a vortex 1-6 on it. I wouldn't hesitate to use it for any purpose, it's been 100% reliable and shoots under 2 moa consistently with bulk M855.
@@turdiswillskinz661 They already are with a lot of stuff. Ar10, ak-p, and ak mostly. They put some ak-v's on there yesterday and they're already gone. I'm on vacation right now but as soon as I get home I'm gonna put some $ from savings into my debit account so I can try to get a ak-p or ak-v. I haven't really decided which to get yet, I'll probably just go with whichever one they get in stock first. I've already got an ar and a ak from them and both have been fantastic.
@@travisp11 Yeah, I'm waiting for the price to go back down. UBCs and Red Flags may pass the Executive. But semi autos and mags aren't going anywhere soon.
They’ll get the job done! I loved my Palmetto 18 inch freedom. Lots of hours in the woods. I now have a BCM RECCE 16 but at the end of the day I need more palmettos again they are all balls accurate.
I took advantage of the upper and lower sale on PSA the other weekend. Got the classic grey lower and grey mid length upper. Only $280!! That is insane for a quality rifle! The upper is out for delivery right now and should be in my hands any minute. Cant wait to attach it to the lower. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
My sister asked me to build her a custom AR with some pretty red anodized aluminum parts, and I happened to see that sale and pounced on it. She’s getting a badass beauty for about $600 in total and I’m wishing I had pounced on that myself
Bought this same setup from PSA as my first build. Your video has me feeling good about my choice. Reminds me of my Army M16A2 that I carried for 21yrs. Can't wait for it to arrive.
I got the Magpul kit version for $329. I added an Anderson lower for $49 from my lgs. So ready to go for about $420 with sales tax! I'd love a DD or BCM but there's nothing wrong with this one!
I have two PSA rifles. God bless PSA. Their mission statement has to be “get a usable, reliable firearm into every home in the US.”. Phenomenal value, phenomenal company.
I picked one up last year, got a blemished upper with a floating mid length 16" barrel and the magpul pop up sights. I bought the blank lower separate for like 35.00 and then the lower build kit with polished trigger and magpul moe stock and grip for about 370 for everything delivered. Been a great rifle. Shoots good groups, never had a failure. I never did find the blem and it's actually a really nice rifle, but the fact that I dont cringe if scrape it up hunting or drop it hunting is a nice bonus.
Thats some good looking tobacco growing!! The rifle did great but I expected it as I have a few and they all have done great.....I like seeing these “budget” type videos from time to time..... thanks again!!
TheGhost nah they aren’t..... its a shame if those leaves are grown right, harvested and dried out without pesticides etc its not that bad for you, but once the big names get ahold of it then its carcinogen city......
I own PSA ar15 bought factory and ar10 gen2 (built from scratch).Both work with zero issues.AR10 with Geiselle trigger and adjustable gas shoots like dream first gun I ever built.Parts were easy to find.
Comments from the future. Got another complete nitride carbine today and figured I'd drop some info a year later during the great panic buy of 2020/2021. Excellent rifle. If you're trying to decide between the nitride and and the phosphate, get the nitride. If you aren't firing full auto, nitrided barrels are arguably up there with chrome lining, but are more accurate generally. More corrosion resistance than phosphate and the nitride process gives parts more inherent lubricity than phosphate. Pro, stays slicker when dry. Con, doesn't "hold" oil as long because it isn't porus like phosphate. My reciever extension was staked in 2 places so good there. My bcg was nitrided with a phosphate cam pin (like mrguns says "whatever they have laying around"). Bolt was 158 carpenter and staking on the gas key was good. Overall I think PSA makes the best budget AR on the market, and in 2021, they've had rifles in stock the whole time. If you get one, just be sure to strip the bcg all the way down and clean the goop out of it, make sure you lube everything well, and before you fire it, make sure to run a snake or a patch down the bore, because I've received psa barrels before that had metal chips left inside from the manufacturing process. None of that with this rifle but it's always good to check before you send a round through an obstructed bore, potentially damaging the barrel and possibly yourself. Is it a bcm or a colt or an fn? No. Is it an Anderson? Also no. If I had to pick a rifle that was literally the cheapest I would go for a defensive rifle, this is it. When you go cheaper than this, you start seeing cut corners and sub standard parts. Vet your rifles before you trust your life to them, whether they're 600 bucks or 3 grand.
I have 5 of these now I always got them in the kit they all have carry handles and are great very affordable back up, spouse,family members,out at the cabin, truck or even a primary rifle it’s not my BCM but I wouldn’t feel under guned if it was all I had. If you are on a budget this is absolutely the way to go because you can break it up and the most expensive part would be the complete upper at $219. Dam it now I gotta get a mid-length thanks again Mike
Shot mine today after shooting long range with my 5R and brought it back to 600yds. The rifle has a carry handle so I set it on 600m and used 62gr fmj hornady reloads (25.5gr of CFE 223 1/8 twist). Laid on the ground with a bag for a rest and hit a man sized steel target 3x out of 5. I'm impressed since I didn't expect it. Good job PSA. It was windy so I will try again when it's not but still not bad. I think I paid $359.00 last month for the complete upper, can't beat it.
Great review! Saw one of these at the Gun Show this weekend for $450.00. AK man here but agree this is a decent starter AR. Great Work as always! Semper Fi
I bought one bnib last year. WOULD NOT FEED TO SAVE MY LIFE. Swapped the bolt and got it to hand cycle a full mag (outside at the range obviously). Never shot one round through it. Sold it shortly afterwards. My PSA Gen2 AR10 however is 👌
For those new, if you want to lower the recoil impulse on a 16inch carbine gas system I recommend either an enhanced BCG (LMT and Surefire make some I believe) or as mentioned in the video a heavier buffer. You could do a combination of the two, however your rifle may not cycle properly with lower pressured rounds. All depends on the ammo you shoot.
I have put together two of these this year. Over 1000 rds combined without one issue. I also have a PSA pistol lower on a Colt 10.3 inch upper. No issues there either. No reason for everybody that wants one not to own an AR at this point.
My first PSA product was the same upper. Bought the PSA lower with magpul furniture in wolf grey shortly after. Picked up a PSA premium BCG later on (thanks to you) and it's been great. No issues with brass or steel case. Sold the upper to a buddy not long ago and hes converting it to free float. PSA just works.
I'm not new, I shot M16 in 1974 Ft. Polk La. basic training. Retired now after 26 years and just bought my first AR, this is it! Looking for good things
July of 2022 I bought that same kit for $360 and the same receiver for $60, did my first build, took it to the gun range, and it ran flawlessly and accurately. I was using Igman 55 grain FMJ ammo. Love that gun.
I’m seeing a lot of comments on panic buying and price gouging, I remember the last ammo shortage and general shortages of the last 10 years very well. I made a vow to myself I wouldn’t find myself in that position where I’m running around looking for a brick of freakin .22 lr. So during the last 4 years under a “so called 2A defender” I’ve been doing a lot of buying. It been quite clear to me that the closer we get to election time the harder things will be to get. These recent shootings kinda threw a wrench in the works and prompted some panic buying. I’ve made sure to purchase all the big items I fell are important and I’ve kept a stock of ammo like a savings account, there is a certain level I won’t drop below so as I shoot I replace. Now there are still things I’d like to acquire but if things dried up tomorrow I won’t find myself out in the cold sitting on 200 rounds and one rifle. AS far as Congress and President trump and gun control goes, there is no appetite for an AWB right now, (obviously that could change) but where we are more likely to see movement is on these egregious “red flag” laws. But even those aren’t a given. (Highly likely) but not a fine deal. There are enough opponents of the current models that passage isn’t guaranteed. Now I’m not defending president trump and his actions so far regarding the 2A, I find myself very very let down with the bumpstock travesty and his rhetoric about other measures. So while I am very very wary about him I’m not ready to write him off totally just yet. I’ve watched his rhetoric moderate quite a lot since the shootings. I’m not talking about any 4D chess bullshit but I do believe there is a degree of signaling willingness to play to the middle but we will see what actually comes out of it. I know I have emailed the White House multiple times signaling my displeasure and I urge anyone else reading this to do the same. H is getting a ton of blow back from his base and we need to keep the heat on him. It does work. And like it or not he is our best hope at this moment, and I don’t believe that he is secretly anti 2A I just believe that he isn’t a “gun guy” so he may not realize his position angers the hard core 2A supporters. In his mind he probably thinks if he’s not talking about banning certain guns then he is protecting the 2A. Again, I’m not naive and I’m not defending his positions leading up to now. Just yesterday tho on his way to marine one he was asked about background checks and he really moderated his position, he didn’t signal any support for “universal” background checks and he just focused on making background checks strong. That could mean a lot of things. He went on to really emphasize mental health and then he said that we will see he said that even if the republicans come up with something acceptable the democrats will want to add things that make it un doable so I don’t believe he is supporting their current Universal background checks bill that passed the house. So there is a lot goin on but nothing is a done deal yet and that’s where we come in we must keep the heat on, EMAIL THE WHITE HOUSE!! It only takes 5 mins, if you can post a comment on you tube you can email the White House. And call your senators and email them as well. It does make a difference. I got a email from GOA yesterday calling on action and urging to call your senators, it takes 2 minutes people.
I've had a PSA AR15 for about a year with the upgraded MLOK hand guard. It might be time to get another with the F marked front sight like this one had. There is something simple and appealing about shooting these with just the iron sights.
I switched out all of the BCG on my PSA weapons for phosphate and chrome units with 8620 carriers and C158 bolts from Toolcraft. No problems. I also upgraded with BCM, IMI and CMMG components.
I've got in some trigger time w/ the Freedom upper receiver (1:7, nitride, et al). Mine was stripped; no BCG, etc. Shielded M4 grips kept pretty cool even w/ rapid-fire. No complaints w/ ~3k down the pipe.
You have to be kidding me on these first 2 groups 😂. For the price that's ridiculous. I don't use steel cased on AR's so don't care how bad it did there .
@@EC-mc7vg due to barrel corrosion? Because overall, it's cheaper in the long run to run steel, and just buy a new barrel when it wears out. But personally, I just don't like how the cheap stuff runs with AR's, and I can't be bothered to clean them so thoroughly
Crazy how good the “budget “ar-15”’s have gotten. Delton makes an “optics ready budget ar -15 model with a 10 inch cheap m lok rail. Seeing these things go for450-500 bucks. Heck of a deal!!!
The PSA lowers were just fine. However, I purchased a complete PA-15 20" NATO Classic, and the front sight was noticeably canted to the left. I sent it back for repair or replacement. It was returned to me in the same condition, but with an obviously used and rather battered flash hider. An included note said the sight was " in spec". I sold it. I've read other reviews, also involving canted sights, sights so far off that the rear sight had to be adjusted all the way to the left, or right just to hit paper.
These are very good firearms, not just "for the money" or "value", but good firearms. Most of the companies from "value" to "high end" use the same materials for their standard AR 15 parts, yes I know there are many "upgrades" to be had with some parts. The typical dynamics, timing and shooting characteristics were worked out and perfected years ago. Most are mil spec for parts interchangeability. And now to get nitride treated barrels and bgc is a really nice feature. And for a complete upper kit with everything but a stripped lower for $299 is something I have not seen in my lifetime, all in with a lower for $350 and some of you people are arguing instead of ordering. I am telling everyone I know to order at least one AR rifle or pistol kit while they still can. Buy any AR you want and spend as much as you like,, but these kind of deals are hard to beat Just my two cents worth.
I recently started a psa build first time using psa products and at first I was skeptical because I’m just doing a budget build with their parts going on sale from time to time but decided why not anyways I was actually impressed with the quality so far from psa and will continue to do business with them and I like their mission .
Fast forward to today, and it is running around $550-$575, depending on shipping. Still a great deal! I am currently trying to get my Dad into one of these if he would just pull the trigger! They are offering free shipping on the kit, minus the stripped lower right now.
I saw that same kind of accuracy out of mine with Nosler SSA 77gr OTM. I was supper impressed with my results from just a 25 meter zero. I plan to stretch it out to 100 meters this weekend and do a more thorough accuracy test.
Isn't 3.8 oz is a h1 buffer? Mil spec for modern carbines. These kits are great!!! I add a sprinco red spring whenever I put one together. Utg pro flip up rear sights are a great choice too for half the price of the Magpul mbus. Best value out there! The copper jacketed range safe Tulammo has seriously impressed me, I shoot it out of my vepr 7.62x39 too. Cheaper than even factory reloads!
I have one of these, and it's a very solid AR and we'll worth the money. I get a consistant 2" - 2 1/2" with IMI 77gr Razor core at 100m. The only minor compliant is it's a bit over gassed.
Can't stand Palmetto customer service but they make a reliable cheap rifle they work! Forgive me for using the word cheap doesn't mean they are poor quality proof is in the pudding
I had mine out at the club last weekend with a 1 piece 2 point amazon mount and vortex diamondback tact. and got several 1" groups with 62gr. Greenies💥💥💥
Wow!! I just bought a PSA Freedom Classic lower 2 days ago. Waiting for it to arrive at my local FFL. This is my first AR. I have been trying to figure out what upper I want for it since it's a multi caliber lower. Originally I was thinking I wanted to go 7.62 but after reading some reviews and articles on it I think I'll stick with the PSA Freedom 5.56 upper! Cool video, great timing!👍🍻
My Freedom upper had canted front sight. But otherwise, love the performance on the gas system and bcg. Sent it back to PSA for fixing. Lower had no problem. Great product in general.
I've got a PSA Freedom model in stainless steel and I'm really liking it! Just went to the range and about punched the middle out of a target from 25 yards this week after getting it sighted in. Even with open irons and my less-than-stellar eyes, it's a nice, accurate tool. Seems to prefer the 62 grains over the 55 grain FMJs, but with the barrel twist rate, that's not shocking.
Did you get the pencil barrel version? Thats what i got and i think its too light to shoot accurately, though i was shooting it free hand at 25 yards and could hit man size targets, but it swings too much for me with the pencil barrel
Bought a PSA AR pistol that started jamming on the second shot. After 2 attempts to contact service, I finally got an email, requesting info & stating I would be receiving a return label. 2 1/2 MONTHS later, and nothing but crickets. Replied to the email again, still nothing. I've been buying firearms over 4 decades, and have run across a few bad dealers, but PSA may be the worst.
just bought a freedom upper was worried about barrel life called psa man answered the phone wright away was very nice ask him about about barrel burn out he said no worries they will replace it or any other part free great warranty good price
Three of the four shoot groups well enough for human size targets. For defensive purposes the PSA and ammo is great combo for a budget minded person. Dead is dead. Do you want to spend less than $400 to do it or does spending more than $1000 a better choice?
I'll have to check them out! Are they steel core? My local ranges don't allow steel core stuff, so no green tip stuff for me, but I found that Aguila makes a 62 gr my PSA seemed to perform well with, albeit slightly dirtier for it than American Eagle stuff at the end of the session.
Interesting , will hopefully have a few hopefully... in 3/5 years . Looking more high end though. My Gucci AR that I own now has really spoiled me ... thanks . Think I’ll stay away from the steal case stuff.. thanks solid review as usual
It's good to have a entry level or budget AR as a beater rifle. I have one that is strictly truck fourwheeler and ranch rifle that goes everywhere with me.
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This rifle in AK Operators Union Local 47-74 completed the 5,000 round torture test and was the only rifle to run a full mag through the sand tornado test, a great value indeed.
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Is it still?
@@heru-deshet359it’s still probably one of the best budget ars on the market yes
@@heru-deshet359 Psa has only gotten better over time
@@heru-deshet359oh yeah, in this price range probably can't do better than psa
That red army load is genius. Aim center mass and you hit someone in either the jaw or the junk. Phenomenal.
No shit.
I haven’t even shot it before but this gave me a good laugh.
@@daviddaniel4687 .
I have never seen anyone, live OR video, shoot that ammo well
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Get them while you can....so sick of the constant threats from politicians. I have 8 of those Magpul rifle kits waiting to be built. Thanks for another great review.
indeed
Right. Get kits. And get 80% lowers when you can. There are FINALLY excellent and easy to (repeatably) use templates out there now that make it easy to clean out the trigger cavity perfectly with a
TheOutdoorsman if you think that’s the extent of it.... lol
@@kersty52 time to buy some beer, call they guys, and have a build party. I have 3 ready to be put together on my next hunting trip.
Yep. A few aero gen 2 lowers from my LGS and a few PSA kits.
I recently purchased a PSA-15 Carbine, and I really like it. I got mine on sale for only $450, and the value for that price is unbeatable. I definitely recommend this as anyone's very first AR style rifle if they're looking to get one.
The moe version is badass too
Gotta love that 11% tax on a constitutional right combined with the 10 cent tax on a box of ammo. Our fathers would be ashamed.
CCW's are just tax stamps for rights as well.
@@Syntaxterror7 your absolutely right. You literally pay for the right down here in Florida. Unless your fishing hunting camping etc...
@@__Ryan_ greetings fellow Florida Man!! Have a good one out there.
The PSA turns around and charges sales tax.
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ha, I didn't realize that until I was editing the footage
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The opening background has ATF in it! Bud lite, Tobacco plants, and of course the Fs lol 🤣
good call
That's miller lite
Oh, that's tobacco? At least bullet fragments and shrapnel aren't getting into anything people eat.
His a undercover atf agent 🤣😂 jk
Bought a PSA dissi nitride upper, PSA (classic?) lower and PSA premium bolt for $386.97 total (includes shipping fees and FFL xfer of $20). I love PSA - they truly do their best to maximize our freedom(s). Thanks for another stellar review as always!
3 years later and they still try their best to keep their stuff on the DL
I just got a free striped lower. A complete upper and a lower build kit with free shipping it would be something like 279 for a complete rifle.
*Today that rifle kit is $299.*
Spend $60 more at PSA and you get magpul furniture(choice of color) EPT enhanced trigger, mid-length gas system and a compleat sight system.
The basic rifle is OK, but the real deal is the very inexpensive upgrade package that PSA offers.
PS Add $40 to the first upgrade package and you can get an 18 inch free floated barrel!
$299 basic rifle.
$359 upgraded rifle kit.
$399 18 inch SS free float barrel, Magpul furniture, EPT trigger group, mbus sights and rifle length gas system...... Crazy low prices!
have a link?
@@DrJamesConforti Individual links for PSA deals come and go, so the best way to find out what is on offer ,is to go to the PSA web site and highlight the AR15 or AR10 category then select RIFLE KITS.
Sort the rifle kits by PRICE and carefully read the descriptions to find the exact combination of features you want. If there isn't a rifle kit that meets your needs, check back in a few days, new kits are offered on a regular basis.
If you don't want to build a rifle, highlight the BARRELED UPPER ASSEMBLY category, sort by price and choose an upper that meets your needs, then go to the LOWER RECEIVER category and pick a complete lower to go with your complete upper(add sights & magazine if needed) and snap them together and you have a finished rifle.
Here is the link for PSA AR15 items.
LINK :palmettostatearmory.com/ar-15/rifle-kits.html
LINK: palmettostatearmory.com/ar-15/lowers.html
LINK: palmettostatearmory.com/ar-15/barreled-upper-assemblies.html
not everyone is into magpul furniture, just saying...
@@adolfhilter Then don't buy it, get the basic stuff and save some $$$.
most people buy the basic one because its closes to army issue
I built this kit a couple years ago. Absolutely fantastic. Not just good for the money, but actually just plain good.
Honestly nah I'd rather spend more and a get better quality gun
@@billylongdick3192 u can’t even afford a McDonald’s happy meal, buy the palmetto
@@billylongdick3192 sure thing fed boi
@@billylongdick3192They’re all basically made from the same material and same way, you’re just buying the brand name at this point
@@billylongdick3192how is your $1000+ AR better though? 😂
I have the same rifle. Bought it when I lived in Columbia. Got the upper and lower. Has not malfunctioned on me at all. I only run Federal 5.56 or Winchester white box. Handled 223 just fine all 55 grain. My trigger is a little rough with a tight break. Other than that, it goes bang when I tell it to. Love it! Thanks for sharing.
Hello, fellow poors and/or bulk-buyers! See ya on the ordering page for D&H aluminum magazines!
Lmao
Lol I loaded up like 5-6 months ago on D&h and pmag
Love those D&H mags .
Sadly they are back up to $8.99 each now at PSA. Still a good deal, but not $6.99 anymore.
Love them D&H mags. I have a bunch of the sweet battleship grey mags with the BCM floor plates. G2G FTW!
As a utility rifle (ranch rifle, defense, etc.) I don't think you can beat those PSA's. Put a mid level scope on it and you have yourself a real package. It's good to just throw in the truck, drive across the farm and take care of business.
They’re cheap so you’re not worried about beating her up, really can’t go wrong with psa
Another accurate and unbiased review, thanks man!
I have a 20" rifle length and 16" mid length from PSA. I got the complete upper and lower on both. I watched and got both on sale with out shipping. I have aftermarket BCG's, carry handles and charging handles on both so my cost total was around $625 or so both. And before anyone says anything about "save up and get better" I was a year total finishing each because I was watching for sales and deals. If you can afford to drop $700 on an AR then I am happy for you. I could not. Very pleased with what I have.
Nothing wrong with this rifle whatsoever. I think it’s the working mans AR-15
I would say that BCM is the working man's rifle. Don't get me wrong, nothing against PSA, but I wouldn't feel comfortable carrying a PSA AR into combat.
@@Conan_Kilgore Good thing it's a sporting firearm for civilians right?
I mean I keep mine for serious use. But if you just keep yours for plinking more power to you
@@Conan_Kilgore I've got an ar from them with a 18" free floated barrel and a rifle lengh gas system, I run a vortex 1-6 on it. I wouldn't hesitate to use it for any purpose, it's been 100% reliable and shoots under 2 moa consistently with bulk M855.
A go to AR of mine is a Radical Firearms. PSA is definitely a solid choice
PSA said they WILL not JACK up their prices when panic buy starts. WE SHALL SEE
They probably won't........They WILL BE OUT OF STOCK.
@@turdiswillskinz661 They already are with a lot of stuff. Ar10, ak-p, and ak mostly. They put some ak-v's on there yesterday and they're already gone. I'm on vacation right now but as soon as I get home I'm gonna put some $ from savings into my debit account so I can try to get a ak-p or ak-v. I haven't really decided which to get yet, I'll probably just go with whichever one they get in stock first. I've already got an ar and a ak from them and both have been fantastic.
Their basic classic complete lower went from $109 t0 $119 over the weekend. I was looking at one Sunday night and the price went up Monday morning
@@travisp11 Yeah, I'm waiting for the price to go back down. UBCs and Red Flags may pass the Executive.
But semi autos and mags aren't going anywhere soon.
Well they raised the price of ammo and really raised the price of the ammo that comes with 10 30 round Magpul gen 2 magazine.
They’ll get the job done! I loved my Palmetto 18 inch freedom. Lots of hours in the woods. I now have a BCM RECCE 16 but at the end of the day I need more palmettos again they are all balls accurate.
I took advantage of the upper and lower sale on PSA the other weekend. Got the classic grey lower and grey mid length upper. Only $280!! That is insane for a quality rifle! The upper is out for delivery right now and should be in my hands any minute. Cant wait to attach it to the lower. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
My sister asked me to build her a custom AR with some pretty red anodized aluminum parts, and I happened to see that sale and pounced on it. She’s getting a badass beauty for about $600 in total and I’m wishing I had pounced on that myself
Me, too. Can't resist the great value for a quality rifle from PSA.
Bought this same setup from PSA as my first build. Your video has me feeling good about my choice. Reminds me of my Army M16A2 that I carried for 21yrs. Can't wait for it to arrive.
Thank you for reviewing this. I just bought one last week! Outstanding deal from PSA!! 👍
I got the Magpul kit version for $329. I added an Anderson lower for $49 from my lgs. So ready to go for about $420 with sales tax! I'd love a DD or BCM but there's nothing wrong with this one!
I have two PSA rifles. God bless PSA. Their mission statement has to be “get a usable, reliable firearm into every home in the US.”. Phenomenal value, phenomenal company.
I picked one up last year, got a blemished upper with a floating mid length 16" barrel and the magpul pop up sights. I bought the blank lower separate for like 35.00 and then the lower build kit with polished trigger and magpul moe stock and grip for about 370 for everything delivered. Been a great rifle. Shoots good groups, never had a failure. I never did find the blem and it's actually a really nice rifle, but the fact that I dont cringe if scrape it up hunting or drop it hunting is a nice bonus.
Thats some good looking tobacco growing!! The rifle did great but I expected it as I have a few and they all have done great.....I like seeing these “budget” type videos from time to time..... thanks again!!
@TheGhost as if smoking tobaco wont kill you anyways 😂
@TheGhost True back in the day I knew some old folks who told there own tobacco and smoked into their 80s & 90s.
TheGhost nah they aren’t..... its a shame if those leaves are grown right, harvested and dried out without pesticides etc its not that bad for you, but once the big names get ahold of it then its carcinogen city......
I own PSA ar15 bought factory and ar10 gen2 (built from scratch).Both work with zero issues.AR10 with Geiselle trigger and adjustable gas shoots like dream first gun I ever built.Parts were easy to find.
Comments from the future. Got another complete nitride carbine today and figured I'd drop some info a year later during the great panic buy of 2020/2021. Excellent rifle.
If you're trying to decide between the nitride and and the phosphate, get the nitride. If you aren't firing full auto, nitrided barrels are arguably up there with chrome lining, but are more accurate generally. More corrosion resistance than phosphate and the nitride process gives parts more inherent lubricity than phosphate. Pro, stays slicker when dry. Con, doesn't "hold" oil as long because it isn't porus like phosphate. My reciever extension was staked in 2 places so good there. My bcg was nitrided with a phosphate cam pin (like mrguns says "whatever they have laying around"). Bolt was 158 carpenter and staking on the gas key was good. Overall I think PSA makes the best budget AR on the market, and in 2021, they've had rifles in stock the whole time. If you get one, just be sure to strip the bcg all the way down and clean the goop out of it, make sure you lube everything well, and before you fire it, make sure to run a snake or a patch down the bore, because I've received psa barrels before that had metal chips left inside from the manufacturing process. None of that with this rifle but it's always good to check before you send a round through an obstructed bore, potentially damaging the barrel and possibly yourself.
Is it a bcm or a colt or an fn? No. Is it an Anderson? Also no. If I had to pick a rifle that was literally the cheapest I would go for a defensive rifle, this is it. When you go cheaper than this, you start seeing cut corners and sub standard parts. Vet your rifles before you trust your life to them, whether they're 600 bucks or 3 grand.
I have 5 of these now I always got them in the kit they all have carry handles and are great very affordable back up, spouse,family members,out at the cabin, truck or even a primary rifle it’s not my BCM but I wouldn’t feel under guned if it was all I had. If you are on a budget this is absolutely the way to go because you can break it up and the most expensive part would be the complete upper at $219. Dam it now I gotta get a mid-length thanks again Mike
Ar15 for everyone under your roof plus sidearms mags and ammo KISS
Shot mine today after shooting long range with my 5R and brought it back to 600yds. The rifle has a carry handle so I set it on 600m and used 62gr fmj hornady reloads (25.5gr of CFE 223 1/8 twist). Laid on the ground with a bag for a rest and hit a man sized steel target 3x out of 5. I'm impressed since I didn't expect it. Good job PSA. It was windy so I will try again when it's not but still not bad. I think I paid $359.00 last month for the complete upper, can't beat it.
$350 for the kit right now
Great review! Saw one of these at the Gun Show this weekend for $450.00.
AK man here but agree this is a decent starter AR. Great Work as always!
Semper Fi
While there’s definitely better options out there. It’s hard to beat psa in terms of entry level affordable guns.
maybe if your rich
Jay Bee friends don’t let friends buy radical or bca.
TheOutdoorsman are you saying you need to be rich to buy something other than psa?
My PSA 18 inch in .223 Wylde loves that Red Army ammo. You never know what works in your setup until you try it.
I bought one bnib last year. WOULD NOT FEED TO SAVE MY LIFE. Swapped the bolt and got it to hand cycle a full mag (outside at the range obviously). Never shot one round through it. Sold it shortly afterwards.
My PSA Gen2 AR10 however is 👌
I didn't want go through the hassle of shipping and waiting. Poor reasoning I know but thats how I felt about it.
For those new, if you want to lower the recoil impulse on a 16inch carbine gas system I recommend either an enhanced BCG (LMT and Surefire make some I believe) or as mentioned in the video a heavier buffer. You could do a combination of the two, however your rifle may not cycle properly with lower pressured rounds. All depends on the ammo you shoot.
I have put together two of these this year. Over 1000 rds combined without one issue. I also have a PSA pistol lower on a Colt 10.3 inch upper. No issues there either. No reason for everybody that wants one not to own an AR at this point.
Great review! I got a little under 1000 rounds through mine with zero malfunctions even with using different types of bcg’s like bcm and lantac.
A very thorough consultation / demonstration on the PSA AR 15 . Thank You .
My first PSA product was the same upper. Bought the PSA lower with magpul furniture in wolf grey shortly after. Picked up a PSA premium BCG later on (thanks to you) and it's been great. No issues with brass or steel case. Sold the upper to a buddy not long ago and hes converting it to free float. PSA just works.
PSA makes a great rifle. I love my PSA mid-length Freedom rifle. Just awesome.
I'm not new, I shot M16 in 1974 Ft. Polk La. basic training. Retired now after 26 years and just bought my first AR, this is it! Looking for good things
Oh my goodness! Ft Polk was worse than Nam😅
July of 2022 I bought that same kit for $360 and the same receiver for $60, did my first build, took it to the gun range, and it ran flawlessly and accurately. I was using Igman 55 grain FMJ ammo. Love that gun.
I’m seeing a lot of comments on panic buying and price gouging, I remember the last ammo shortage and general shortages of the last 10 years very well. I made a vow to myself I wouldn’t find myself in that position where I’m running around looking for a brick of freakin .22 lr. So during the last 4 years under a “so called 2A defender” I’ve been doing a lot of buying. It been quite clear to me that the closer we get to election time the harder things will be to get. These recent shootings kinda threw a wrench in the works and prompted some panic buying. I’ve made sure to purchase all the big items I fell are important and I’ve kept a stock of ammo like a savings account, there is a certain level I won’t drop below so as I shoot I replace. Now there are still things I’d like to acquire but if things dried up tomorrow I won’t find myself out in the cold sitting on 200 rounds and one rifle. AS far as Congress and President trump and gun control goes, there is no appetite for an AWB right now, (obviously that could change) but where we are more likely to see movement is on these egregious “red flag” laws. But even those aren’t a given. (Highly likely) but not a fine deal. There are enough opponents of the current models that passage isn’t guaranteed. Now I’m not defending president trump and his actions so far regarding the 2A, I find myself very very let down with the bumpstock travesty and his rhetoric about other measures. So while I am very very wary about him I’m not ready to write him off totally just yet. I’ve watched his rhetoric moderate quite a lot since the shootings. I’m not talking about any 4D chess bullshit but I do believe there is a degree of signaling willingness to play to the middle but we will see what actually comes out of it. I know I have emailed the White House multiple times signaling my displeasure and I urge anyone else reading this to do the same. H is getting a ton of blow back from his base and we need to keep the heat on him. It does work. And like it or not he is our best hope at this moment, and I don’t believe that he is secretly anti 2A I just believe that he isn’t a “gun guy” so he may not realize his position angers the hard core 2A supporters. In his mind he probably thinks if he’s not talking about banning certain guns then he is protecting the 2A. Again, I’m not naive and I’m not defending his positions leading up to now. Just yesterday tho on his way to marine one he was asked about background checks and he really moderated his position, he didn’t signal any support for “universal” background checks and he just focused on making background checks strong. That could mean a lot of things. He went on to really emphasize mental health and then he said that we will see he said that even if the republicans come up with something acceptable the democrats will want to add things that make it un doable so I don’t believe he is supporting their current Universal background checks bill that passed the house. So there is a lot goin on but nothing is a done deal yet and that’s where we come in we must keep the heat on, EMAIL THE WHITE HOUSE!! It only takes 5 mins, if you can post a comment on you tube you can email the White House. And call your senators and email them as well. It does make a difference. I got a email from GOA yesterday calling on action and urging to call your senators, it takes 2 minutes people.
I’ve had great luck with all my Palmetto AR’s. The midlengths are a lot smoother especially after a H2 buffer.
Bought one. Best value in the game right now.
I got this rifle and it is my ready to go rifle. I would buy it again. Zero problems.
I’m now to rifles. Is there a way to get a front hand grip on this one?
I've had a PSA AR15 for about a year with the upgraded MLOK hand guard. It might be time to get another with the F marked front sight like this one had. There is something simple and appealing about shooting these with just the iron sights.
Gotta love PSA.🤘
I switched out all of the BCG on my PSA weapons for phosphate and chrome units with 8620 carriers and C158 bolts from Toolcraft. No problems.
I also upgraded with BCM, IMI and CMMG components.
I bet PSA is selling like crazy given the current state of affairs. Great video sir
I've got in some trigger time w/ the Freedom upper receiver (1:7, nitride, et al).
Mine was stripped; no BCG, etc. Shielded M4 grips kept pretty cool even w/ rapid-fire.
No complaints w/ ~3k down the pipe.
You have to be kidding me on these first 2 groups 😂. For the price that's ridiculous. I don't use steel cased on AR's so don't care how bad it did there .
I feel the same way, I could have typed these exact words, as the two groups were great and I don't use steel in my AR's either.
@@EC-mc7vg due to barrel corrosion? Because overall, it's cheaper in the long run to run steel, and just buy a new barrel when it wears out.
But personally, I just don't like how the cheap stuff runs with AR's, and I can't be bothered to clean them so thoroughly
im confused ridiculous as in good or bad??
Crazy how good the “budget “ar-15”’s have gotten. Delton makes an “optics ready budget ar -15 model with a 10 inch cheap m lok rail. Seeing these things go for450-500 bucks. Heck of a deal!!!
Thystaff Thywill the factory warranty is nice to have on the complete rifles though :)
Awesome review Mike!
Love that lead based Tabaccy from Carolina! It's the best!!!
The PSA lowers were just fine. However, I purchased a complete PA-15 20" NATO Classic, and the front sight was noticeably canted to the left. I sent it back for repair or replacement. It was returned to me in the same condition, but with an obviously used and rather battered flash hider. An included note said the sight was " in spec". I sold it. I've read other reviews, also involving canted sights, sights so far off that the rear sight had to be adjusted all the way to the left, or right just to hit paper.
These are very good firearms, not just "for the money" or "value", but good firearms. Most of the companies from "value" to "high end" use the same materials for their standard AR 15 parts, yes I know there are many "upgrades" to be had with some parts. The typical dynamics, timing and shooting characteristics were worked out and perfected years ago. Most are mil spec for parts interchangeability. And now to get nitride treated barrels and bgc is a really nice feature. And for a complete upper kit with everything but a stripped lower for $299 is something I have not seen in my lifetime, all in with a lower for $350 and some of you people are arguing instead of ordering. I am telling everyone I know to order at least one AR rifle or pistol kit while they still can. Buy any AR you want and spend as much as you like,, but these kind of deals are hard to beat Just my two cents worth.
Indeed
I recently started a psa build first time using psa products and at first I was skeptical because I’m just doing a budget build with their parts going on sale from time to time but decided why not anyways I was actually impressed with the quality so far from psa and will continue to do business with them and I like their mission .
Fast forward to today, and it is running around $550-$575, depending on shipping. Still a great deal! I am currently trying to get my Dad into one of these if he would just pull the trigger! They are offering free shipping on the kit, minus the stripped lower right now.
Amazing we still can watch your AR videos, youtube, Facebook & Google coming for them NEXT!!!
PSA - Has some nice offers but they need to get on top of their quality control issues , ASAP .
Mr Guns and Beer! Awesome review I love my PSA build
PSA is my jam.
I saw that same kind of accuracy out of mine with Nosler SSA 77gr OTM. I was supper impressed with my results from just a 25 meter zero. I plan to stretch it out to 100 meters this weekend and do a more thorough accuracy test.
Isn't 3.8 oz is a h1 buffer? Mil spec for modern carbines. These kits are great!!! I add a sprinco red spring whenever I put one together. Utg pro flip up rear sights are a great choice too for half the price of the Magpul mbus. Best value out there! The copper jacketed range safe Tulammo has seriously impressed me, I shoot it out of my vepr 7.62x39 too. Cheaper than even factory reloads!
Dude !!! Best videos on youtube come from you! Thank you!
I have one of these, and it's a very solid AR and we'll worth the money. I get a consistant 2" - 2 1/2" with IMI 77gr Razor core at 100m. The only minor compliant is it's a bit over gassed.
Nice! I got this as my introductory AR off a friend's recommendation last year...discovered you on LWC gun week and you got a new subscriber👍🇺🇸
Very accurate low cost rifle. PSA is making really nice rifles. Note to self... No Red Army Standard in my AR's.
Can't stand Palmetto customer service but they make a reliable cheap rifle they work! Forgive me for using the word cheap doesn't mean they are poor quality proof is in the pudding
Red army for the win . Holy shit 87 Moa group
arfcom approved moa
I had mine out at the club last weekend with a 1 piece 2 point amazon mount and vortex diamondback tact. and got several 1" groups with 62gr. Greenies💥💥💥
Wow!! I just bought a PSA Freedom Classic lower 2 days ago. Waiting for it to arrive at my local FFL. This is my first AR. I have been trying to figure out what upper I want for it since it's a multi caliber lower. Originally I was thinking I wanted to go 7.62 but after reading some reviews and articles on it I think I'll stick with the PSA Freedom 5.56 upper! Cool video, great timing!👍🍻
You can’t put 7.62 on it 5.56 or 223
@@joezimmaro3630 that's your story bro, I'll let you tell it.
My Freedom upper had canted front sight. But otherwise, love the performance on the gas system and bcg. Sent it back to PSA for fixing. Lower had no problem. Great product in general.
I've got a PSA Freedom model in stainless steel and I'm really liking it! Just went to the range and about punched the middle out of a target from 25 yards this week after getting it sighted in. Even with open irons and my less-than-stellar eyes, it's a nice, accurate tool. Seems to prefer the 62 grains over the 55 grain FMJs, but with the barrel twist rate, that's not shocking.
Did you get the pencil barrel version? Thats what i got and i think its too light to shoot accurately, though i was shooting it free hand at 25 yards and could hit man size targets, but it swings too much for me with the pencil barrel
MG/NG has real world experience, and you can tell he isnt stupid, PSA all the way
Bro, you saved me 100$ much love homie.
$440 + $42 ffl fee did i do good?
Just got the lower parts kit,complete upper and reciever for $470.00 one of the best values out there.
Bought a PSA AR pistol that started jamming on the second shot. After 2 attempts to contact service, I finally got an email, requesting info & stating I would be receiving a return label. 2 1/2 MONTHS later, and nothing but crickets. Replied to the email again, still nothing. I've been buying firearms over 4 decades, and have run across a few bad dealers, but PSA may be the worst.
I enjoy my freedom parts I've bought over the years.
They need bring back the free shipping my States taking taxes cutting into my PSA deals
My state started too🤬🤬🤬
No one said freedom would be cheap. Many have paid in blood. Consider yourselves lucky.
Rockin those East Coast beats. Nice touch.
As for the AR, just unboxed. Giddy.
Triple r makes a few styles of bayonet adapters. Awesome products and itll let you rock with your bayo out.
Thanks for all you do.
It is April 2023 and I got this upper for $129 freeshipping and the complete lower for $299. Put 1000 rounds through it with no malfunctions.
Just ordered the upper and lower fde freedom ar $374 shipped!
I've got me a psa15 pistol, can say for a fact that thing just runs!
Got mine today.. haven’t shot it yet but the quality is amazing.
PSA makes really rugged, reliable AR’s 💯
Just picked up one paid 530 completely assembled before taxes and shipping
just bought a freedom upper was worried about barrel life called psa man answered the phone wright away was very nice ask him about about barrel burn out he said no worries they will replace it or any other part free great warranty good price
Three of the four shoot groups well enough for human size targets. For defensive purposes the PSA and ammo is great combo for a budget minded person.
Dead is dead. Do you want to spend less than $400 to do it or does spending more than $1000 a better choice?
Just bought one in FDe and a primary arms cyclops in FDE… yay
Mag tech makes a great 62g round that my psa really likes.
I'll have to check them out! Are they steel core? My local ranges don't allow steel core stuff, so no green tip stuff for me, but I found that Aguila makes a 62 gr my PSA seemed to perform well with, albeit slightly dirtier for it than American Eagle stuff at the end of the session.
Jack Cordial www.ammunitiondepot.com/2477-magtech-556-nato-62-gr-fmj.html?unit_type=21
@@nrm3247 Thanks for the info! I'll see if my local stores carries that load, then!
Interesting , will hopefully have a few hopefully... in 3/5 years . Looking more high end though.
My Gucci AR that I own now has really spoiled me ... thanks . Think I’ll stay away from the steal case stuff..
thanks solid review as usual
It's good to have a entry level or budget AR as a beater rifle. I have one that is strictly truck fourwheeler and ranch rifle that goes everywhere with me.
16:55 That sound is awesome, KaBoomBa. I did not know about the excise tax, thanks for that
Miller Lite... Mrgunsngear is a real man.
So, 45 seconds into the video, I see and AR and a Miller Lite box. Winner and Winner!
Dan Barnes and 40 acre of tabacco
Just bought my first AR
Can you please start running xm193 as one of the options in your accuracy testing? It's a known quantity for so many of us.
I saving to get one of these now!! Defiant beat it for the price. But my question is what mic are you using the audio is great 👌🏾