{"id":580,"date":"2022-11-29T06:41:33","date_gmt":"2022-11-29T06:41:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=580"},"modified":"2022-11-29T06:41:33","modified_gmt":"2022-11-29T06:41:33","slug":"gun-review-palmetto-state-armory-ak-v-9mm-braced-pistol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=580","title":{"rendered":"Gun Review: Palmetto State Armory AK-V 9mm Braced Pistol"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"td-post-featured-image\">\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1.jpg\" data-caption=\"Palmetto State Armory AK-V 9mm braced pistol. Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"488\" class=\"entry-thumb td-modal-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1-696x488.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1-696x488.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1-700x491.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1-768x539.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1-150x105.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1-599x420.jpg 599w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1-100x70.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1-560x393.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_103233-1.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" title=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Palmetto State Armory AK-V 9mm braced pistol. Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>I probably shouldn\u2019t be the person to review the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=366d8fa6-2a72-4d59-bc31-583f74cfd91b&amp;website_id=4e8a62e5-c9f2-4169-947d-06856fc118da&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpalmettostatearmory.com%2Fpsa-ak-v-9mm-moe-triangle-side-folding-pistol-with-cheese-grater-upper-handguard-black.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Palmetto State Armory AK-V 9mm<\/a> braced pistol. I don\u2019t really like semi-auto PCCs. And I don\u2019t like pistol braces. AKs should be chambered in 7.62\u00d739 and the best ones have only been dropped once.<\/p>\n<p>And yet here I am, having an absolute friggin\u2019 ball with this gun.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533664\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533664\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533664 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-700x394.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533664 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-700x394.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102145.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533664\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I don\u2019t know what it is about the AK platform in general, but they\u2019re all a hoot to shoot. The PSA AK-V is no different. Simple to operate, dependable, easy to move and fire, and in this particular case, adaptable as well.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533654\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533654\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533654 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-700x578.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-300x248.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-768x634.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-150x124.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-696x575.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-508x420.jpg 508w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-560x463.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-700x578.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533654 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-700x578.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-700x578.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-300x248.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-768x634.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-150x124.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-696x575.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-508x420.jpg 508w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244-560x463.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172244.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533654\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Part of that adaptability is the brace itself. This one attaches to the rear of the pistol via a Picatinny rail. Don\u2019t want it? Take it off. Conversion to an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/time-to-make-the-case-remove-sbrs-from-the-nfa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SBR<\/a> is bolt-on easy, and so is just running the gun super compact as a traditional pistol. The brace folds easily and stays in place. It snaps open solidly without any discernible play at the connection point.<\/p>\n<p>The folding pistol brace is made by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/sb-tactical-rolls-out-their-new-sbt-line-of-pistol-braces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SB Tactical<\/a> and in general it works well enough. Strapped to the arm as it was originally designed, it keeps the gun in place and allows for fun, accurate fire, once you get used to it.<\/p>\n<p>I tend to find the adjustable models fit more forearms for a better, more secure hold during single-handed operation of the pistol. I\u2019m just not a fan of pistol braces when shouldered, at least not when compared to an actual stock, but they certainly work better on firearms chambered in traditional pistol calibers, as there\u2019s less motion in recoil to tame from the outset.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533666\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533666\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533666 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-700x441.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-768x484.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-696x438.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-667x420.jpg 667w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-560x353.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-700x441.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533666 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-700x441.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-700x441.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-768x484.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-696x438.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-667x420.jpg 667w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250-560x353.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102250.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533666\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>NOTE: Compatibility with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/breaking-federal-register-publishes-schedule-for-atfs-firearm-silencer-and-pistol-brace-final-regulations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BATFE\u2019s proposed<\/a> illegal, unconstitutional, convoluted, intentionally vague and confusing rule is impossible to assess as the determination changes based on who\u2019s reading it and on what accessories are attached to the rifle.<\/p>\n<p>Adding something like a reflex sight, or including a brace that\u2019s adjustable for length, both of which are features that specifically make it easier for people with disabilities to fire the weapon safely and accurately, may <em>or may not <\/em>change whether the gun is considered a pistol or an SBR, according to the new rule.<\/p>\n<p>A lot of my friends are missing fingers, a hand, or an arm and it\u2019s like the BATFE set out to make sure they screw over these disabled veterans as much as possible. But I digress.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533655\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533655\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533655 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-700x394.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533655 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-700x394.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_215320.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533655\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>One of the reasons the AK-V 9mm is so much fun is that, with the supplied muzzle brake, there\u2019s very little recoil. Beyond being just fun, this is a perfect firearm for those who are particularly recoil sensitive, but still want or need a lightweight, easy to handle gun.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s really great is that the factory muzzle brake screws on and off without any tools at all, using the standard muzzle detent included on most AKs. This one is right-hand thread.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s even less recoil, and none of the annoying blast, if you run the gun suppressed.\u00a0 Target transitions are fast as there\u2019s not a lot of weight away from the shooter\u2019s body, even with a can attached.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533663\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533663\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533663 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-700x394.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533663 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-700x394.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221128_114432.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533663\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=366d8fa6-2a72-4d59-bc31-583f74cfd91b&amp;website_id=4e8a62e5-c9f2-4169-947d-06856fc118da&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpalmettostatearmory.com%2Fcatalogsearch%2Fresult%2F%3Fq%3Dmagpul%2Bforend\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Magpul forend<\/a> is at least partially responsible for the easy handling and low recoil of the AK-V 9mm. There\u2019s something I never thought I\u2019d write, but it works on this gun, especially if you run it with the brace folded or removed entirely.<\/p>\n<p>The wide forend, with that big flat ledge at the muzzle end allows your hand to get a full grip on the gun\u2026not to pull back, but to push forward. With a single point sling and a high mounted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/gear-review-crimson-trace-rad-pro-red-dot-sight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">red dot<\/a>, it makes fast shots on 19\u2033 silhouettes at 25 yards a breeze.<\/p>\n<p>That wide forend and a relatively light trigger with a hard reset also provides another advantage. It takes a little attention to detail and some practice, but with a bit of finesse, it\u2019s not too terribly hard to push\/bump fire this pistol with the brace removed.<\/p>\n<p>With the 35-round magazine and the very low recoil of the 9\u00d719 cartridge, mag dumps fired in this method put a big ol\u2019 smile on my face. At 25 yards, several rounds in the magazine even hit the target!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533667\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533667\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533667 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-700x425.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-768x466.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-150x91.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-696x422.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-693x420.jpg 693w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-560x340.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-700x425.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533667 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-700x425.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-700x425.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-768x466.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-150x91.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-696x422.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-693x420.jpg 693w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305-560x340.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102305.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533667\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I had initially intended the familiarization fire stage of the review to be spread out over a few days, but I ended up shooting the allotted round count much faster. Time (and money in the form of ammunition) just flew by.<\/p>\n<p>Even with the single supplied 35-round magazine, I put 500 rounds through this gun in a hurry. Four hundred rounds were shot in one day. All of those 400 were suppressed, shooting through a direct thread <a href=\"https:\/\/www.silencershop.com\/catalogsearch\/result\/?cat=&amp;q=aac\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AAC 9mm silencer<\/a>. I shot lots of assorted 115gr FMJs, some Winchester 124gr +P, many boxes of Armscor\u2019s 147gr FMJs, and some loose rounds of assorted types.<\/p>\n<p>All accuracy testing was done without the silencer and with the supplied muzzle brake. These rounds included the aforementioned Armscor and Winchester rounds, Remington\u2019s 115gr FMJ, IMI\u2019s 115gr Die Cut rounds, and Wilson Combat\u2019s 147gr Hornady Round Nosed cartridge.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533660\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533660\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533660 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-700x394.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533660 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-700x394.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172423.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533660\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>At no point did the gun fail in any way, with or without the suppressor attached. Any time a direct blowback PCC or braced pistol doesn\u2019t fail at all I get a little surprised, as feeding problems used to really plague these platforms. That said, looking back on my recent reviews of these kinds of guns, I haven\u2019t seen any of them with that problem in quite a while.<\/p>\n<p>For a PCC or braced pistol in a pistol caliber to make any sense, the trigger needs to be light and fast. The whole point in using a pistol caliber instead of a rifle caliber is that in close range applications it\u2019s enough bullet to get the job done, and you can shoot a lot of them quickly and accurately since recoil is so minimal.<\/p>\n<p>The pull on the PSA AK-V is nice and light, averaging just 3lbs. 0.5oz over five pulls with my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=855e0b56-67a2-40d0-aa2b-a0764ca94489&amp;website_id=4e8a62e5-c9f2-4169-947d-06856fc118da&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownells.com%2Fgunsmith-tools-supplies%2Fmeasuring-tools%2Ftrigger-pull-gauges-weights%2Felectronic-trigger-pull-gauge-sku539000005-7956-20201.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lyman digital trigger scale<\/a>. That\u2019s great. What\u2019s not great is that it\u2019s anything but crisp. It\u2019s got 10mm of travel before the sear releases somewhere in there and then it resets hard 5mm(ish) forward. That makes precise shooting a bit difficult, depending on what you mean by precise.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533656\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533656\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533656 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-700x394.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533656 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-700x394.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172158.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533656\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Using the factory iron sights, precision was acceptable, but nothing spectacular.<\/p>\n<p>A protected front sight post is important on any of these types of guns, as a big part of the draw is their use in small spaces where they are more likely to bump the muzzle. The front sight post is appropriately guarded, but it\u2019s only elevation adjustable. The rear sight is fixed to the flip-up dust cover and isn\u2019t adjustable in any direction. That means there\u2019s no windage adjustment for the gun at all.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533657\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533657\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533657 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-700x394.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533657 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-700x394.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172212.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533657\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Shooting from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=855e0b56-67a2-40d0-aa2b-a0764ca94489&amp;website_id=4e8a62e5-c9f2-4169-947d-06856fc118da&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brownells.com%2Fshooting-accessories%2Fshooting-rests%2Fbench-rest-bags%2Fstinger-shooting-rest-prod109637.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caldwell Stinger<\/a> shooting rest at 25 yards, the inexpensive and often well performing Armscor 147gr FMJ bullet averaged 1.4\u2033 five-round groups over four shot strings. That was the best-shooting of all of the rounds I tried, although nothing hit above the 2\u2033 mark at this distance.<\/p>\n<p>At 50 yards, nothing shot less than 3\u2033, but almost everything I shot hovered around that group size. The only round shooting worse was Sinterfire\u2019s 100gr Special Duty Defense round, which was a bit outside of all the others.<\/p>\n<p>The decent but unremarkable accuracy is likely unrelated to any issues with basic components or build quality, but instead a squishy trigger and most importantly, the short 8\u00bd\u201d sight radius. Despite the fact that there was no windage adjustment available with the factory irons, all rounds ended up generally centered to point of aim on the vertical plane.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533658\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533658\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533658 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-700x394.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533658 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-700x394.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172310.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533658\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>These guns were made for a red dot optic. It doesn\u2019t matter if you shoot it braced, SBR\u2019d, or simply as a basic pistol, these guns are perfect for any number of 3 MOA or greater <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=366d8fa6-2a72-4d59-bc31-583f74cfd91b&amp;website_id=4e8a62e5-c9f2-4169-947d-06856fc118da&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpalmettostatearmory.com%2Fleupold-freedom-rds-1x34-red-dot-w-mount-black-180092.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">red dot optics<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The included Picatinny rail makes mounting a red-dot simple. There\u2019s also enough rail space that, if for no other reason than ridiculousness, you could attach a magnified scope via a cantilever mount. It would be a whole lot of fun to screw on a can, put a night vision-capable red dot on this gun, throw on a set of goggles and take head-shots at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/thermal-night-sight-west-texas-hog-hunting-scratching-the-offseason-itch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wild pigs<\/a> in the warmer months when you can sneak in nice and close.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533659\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533659\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533659 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-700x394.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533659 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-700x394.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221127_172330.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533659\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Unlike most AKs, the PSA AK-V has a last round bolt hold open feature when using the supplied magazines. There\u2019s also a bolt release on the left side, similar to where an AR\u2019s would be. That means magazine changes could be a second or two faster with this set-up as opposed to a traditional AK, but you sacrifice some of the simplicity of the platform for it.<\/p>\n<p>The PSA magazines are pretty cheap at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=366d8fa6-2a72-4d59-bc31-583f74cfd91b&amp;website_id=4e8a62e5-c9f2-4169-947d-06856fc118da&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpalmettostatearmory.com%2Fpsa-ak-v-9x19mm-35-round-u9-patterned-magazine-5165448274.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$14.99<\/a> on the PSA website and they work just fine. The website also says the PSA AK-V 9mm takes CZ Scorpion magazines but I had none to test this with.<\/p>\n<p>Magazines are fed straight in, without the need to rock them into the magazine well. The mag well is huge and funneled enough that it\u2019s hard to miss, and they release with a traditional paddle release forward of the trigger guard.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_533662\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-533662\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533662 size-large\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-700x355.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-768x390.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-150x76.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-696x353.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-560x284.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425.jpg 770w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-700x355.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-533662 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-700x355.jpg\" alt=\"Palmetto State Armory PSA AK-V review PCC pistol caliber carbine\" width=\"696\" height=\"353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn0.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-700x355.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-768x390.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-150x76.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-696x353.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425-560x284.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/20221017_102425.jpg 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-533662\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I always doubt the utility of these kinds of guns, at least when compared to their intermediate rifle chambered parents. Sure, they have a place, it\u2019s just much more specific than the traditional rifle caliber chambered guns.<\/p>\n<p>But there\u2019s no doubt at all as to how much fun they are to shoot. PSA\u2019s made a good-looking, great-shooting little gun, with perfect reliability and loads of adaptability. For a guy who doesn\u2019t usually like these kinds of guns, it was hard to give this one back.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Specifications <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=366d8fa6-2a72-4d59-bc31-583f74cfd91b&amp;website_id=4e8a62e5-c9f2-4169-947d-06856fc118da&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpalmettostatearmory.com%2Fpsa-ak-v-9mm-moe-triangle-side-folding-pistol-with-cheese-grater-upper-handguard-black.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Palmetto State Armory AK-V 9mm Braced Pistol<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Forged Front Trunnion<br \/>Forged Bolt\/Carrier<br \/>Stamped 1mm Steel Receiver<br \/>10.5\u201d Nitrided 4150 Steel Barrel with 1:10 Twist<br \/>2 Port \u201cTanker Style\u201d Muzzle Brake<br \/>Picatinny Top Railed, Hinged Dust Cover<br \/>Fixed Rear Sight<br \/>Enhanced Extended Safety Lever<br \/>Fire Control Group: Single Stage, Single Hook<br \/>Magpul AK Polymer Grip, Black<br \/>Magpul Polymer Lower Handguard with Cheese Grater Upper Handguard<br \/>PSA AK Picatinny Stock Adapter with Triangle Side Folding Brace<br \/>U9 35 Round Patterned Magazine (Will also work in CZ Scorpion 9mm Firearms)<br \/>AKV w\/ Triangle Brace Extended: 27\u201d<br \/>AKV w\/ Triangle Brace Folded: 19\u201dWeight: 6.7lbs<br \/><strong>Price:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;merchant_id=366d8fa6-2a72-4d59-bc31-583f74cfd91b&amp;website_id=4e8a62e5-c9f2-4169-947d-06856fc118da&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fpalmettostatearmory.com%2Fpsa-ak-v-9mm-moe-triangle-side-folding-pistol-with-cheese-grater-upper-handguard-black.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$1,024.99<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Ratings (out of five stars):<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Style and Appearance * * * *<\/strong><br \/>The finish is smooth and even throughout. The cheese-grater is a nice touch, and since it\u2019s a simple blowback design, it never gets too hot. PSA didn\u2019t try to make this gun look too fancy and ended up making it look just right.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Customization * * * * 9\/10<\/strong><br \/>I took something off because you can\u2019t swap out the rear iron sight, but man, that\u2019s being really picky. The PSA AK-V 9mm gives you tons of options right out of the box.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reliability * * * * *<\/strong><br \/>Perfect with any round I tried, suppressed or not.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Accuracy * * *<\/strong><br \/>Average enough. There\u2019s no reason you couldn\u2019t hit a 19\u2033 silhouette at 100 yards all day long and there\u2019s no reason you can\u2019t hit a 8\u2033 target at 50 yards just as often.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Overall * * * *\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>A mediocre trigger and average precision keep it from the five-star category. But have no doubt, just as it is, this is a fantastic firearm, something I didn\u2019t expect I\u2019d say at the beginning of this review.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetruthaboutguns.com\/gun-review-palmetto-state-armory-ak-v-9mm-braced-pistol\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Palmetto State Armory AK-V 9mm braced pistol. Image courtesy JWT for thetruthaboutguns.com. I probably shouldn\u2019t be the person to review the Palmetto State Armory AK-V 9mm braced pistol. I don\u2019t really like semi-auto PCCs. And I don\u2019t like pistol braces. AKs should be chambered in 7.62\u00d739 and the best ones have only been dropped once. 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