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Thread: My PSA Journey

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    I know the CHF barrels are mostly good to go, and the PTAC line is rolling the dice on potential crap. However, I'm having trouble finding many reviews of their stainless barrel uppers. I've almost pulled the trigger on a couple of those uppers but have not been able to obtain enough info for an informed decision. I also cannot find reviews for their "hydrid free float rail" they offer. Any insights would be appreciated.

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    Battlepack, I ran into the same thing. I spent very few extra dollars and got the middy, A2 profile CL upper for $259. I'm fairly ecstatic at the performance.

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    I just ordered the pencil profile premium upper that was last weekend's deal for 279. if I could find more info on that stainless dissipator model I wouldn't mind having one of those either. remember the Hildabeast is coming, and you can't have too many ARs!

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    I stay clear of the PTAC line, but I do have four Premium builds from PSA. I attended a patrol carbine class ( 500 round course ) and an active shooter response course ( 450 round course ) with my "16 build with no issues. That was in 2013. Since then I've shot some mini-carbine courses ( 100 -150 rounds per course ) and still no issues. I do know a few people that have complained about canted sights, but so far that hasn't happen to me. I did receive a "complete" lower that was missing the buffer retaining pin, but I just used one from my spare parts. All in all I like the PSA Premium line stuff. I wouldn't say they're better than my BCM and Colts, but for the value they beat most of the competition boasting a comparable price value.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Battlepack View Post
    I also cannot find reviews for their "hydrid free float rail" they offer. Any insights would be appreciated.
    If you are talking about the sqr rail I have a 15" one on a chf 16" psa barrel, but it is my only free float so not much to compare it to. I think those are made by cim tactical.

    The rail is light & seems sturdy with about 10 months of use. The barrel nut is steel and appears as though it could accept a standard open end wrench. The rail attaches to the nut with 6 cap screws(psa red loctites in place) in pairs @ 3, 6, & 9 o'clock. I don't like/use the rear rail sections, but not annoying. The front section works for an offset light mount. Top slots are numbered and the female qd swivel mount points work well. Let me know if you have any other questions.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Benito View Post
    Based on the thread title, I thought this was a thread about prostate health.
    Glad to hear the rifle is working out for you, and I hope your prostate is doing alright.
    i used to take saw palmetto for my prostate.
    “It's no wonder that truth is stranger than fiction. Fiction has to make sense.” Mark Twain

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    Quote Originally Posted by Iraqgunz View Post
    Part of the problem is that they diminish their line with the PTAC crap and it concerns people. In the past I have seen issues with gas ports and some shoddy assembly. I have also used their lowers (a few years back) and they seemed fine.
    My thoughts exactly and I own one and have been happy with it. The fact that they put their name on products that don't meet basic standards shows that they care more about maximizing sales/profit vs only putting out quality products like BCM. Lately they seem much more focused on stocking "Freedom" and "PTAC" uppers vs their Premium ones that got them into the realm of potentially being considered higher quality to begin with. Combine that with the fact that a BCM upper is usually only $150 more and I know exactly where my money and recommendation is going from now on.
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    I've used several PSA products, and for the most part they have been fine. Just keep in mind that there business model is to make very little off each item they sell, but to sell in as high a volume as possible. This means to save money they will not have the same quality control or service as some top tier companies. Sure, they have some decent products, but reality is people buy their stuff based mostly on price.
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    Quote Originally Posted by 556Cliff View Post
    What's going on in here? I thought the general consensus was that PSA sucks? Am I on ARFCOM or something?
    I can dissent, for a minute.
    Had 2 PSA lowers, sold during the panic. Worked well, triggers a bit mushy.
    Had an upper, sold as a complete rifle.

    Currently have a mock-dissy upper with low round count (doing well so far, < 400 rounds).
    Currently have a 16" 6.8 That thing choked like crazy on all ammo. Eventually sent it back; stated the gas tube was positioned wrong and fixed it. Sent it back about 10 days after I sent it. Worked great so far on about 150 rounds; only problem is magazines don't drop free. I have some different mags to try out, that are highly recommended on 68forums. As an edit, the lowers are BCM (several) that this upper was carried on.
    Last edited by Caduceus; 08-27-15 at 22:17.

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    I have a few PSA "blem" URGs and lowers, and they are all fantastic, functionally and aesthetically. I mostly run cheap ammo (primarily Wolf Polyformance and Wolf Gold when I feel like splurging), and I haven't had any hiccups. They offer a great value, especially if looking for a second, beater rifle, as the OP was.

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