Guides

Explore our Guides blog category for comprehensive step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and tutorials on firearms, shooting techniques, and gear maintenance. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced shooter, our in-depth guides will help you enhance your knowledge and improve your skills.

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  • Choosing Thermal Optics | Clip-On Thermals
    Choosing Thermal Optics | Clip-On Thermals
    Posted by Palmetto State Armory on April 1, 2026

    Thermal clip-ons offer a practical way to add night hunting capability without changing your rifle setup. Mounted in front of a daytime optic, they allow shooters to maintain zero while gaining thermal imaging. In this guide, Palmetto State Armory breaks down how clip-ons work, their advantages, and key considerations like magnification limits and versatility.

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  • 115 vs 124 vs 147 Grain: Which 9mm Should You Choose?
    115 vs 124 vs 147 Grain: Which 9mm Should You Choose?
    Posted by Jim Grant on March 30, 2026
    Despite 9mm para being the most prolific handgun caliber in the United States, most shooters don't understand the differences between the different bullet weights. With this handy guide, you'll be able to understand 115gr vs 124gr vs 147gr and which 9mm you should choose.
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  • AK Thread Pitch Guide AK Thread Pitch Guide
    Posted by Palmetto State Armory on March 20, 2026
    Learn the most common AK thread pitches and which PSA AK rifles use them. This guide explains M14x1 LH, M24x1.5 RH, 1/2x28, and 5/8x24 threads so you can choose the right muzzle device or suppressor.
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  • Show Us Your AR Rifle - The Freedom Rifle Build Challenge
    Show Us Your AR Rifle - The Freedom Rifle Build Challenge
    Posted by Palmetto State Armory on March 5, 2026

    PSA launches the Freedom Rifle Build Challenge, inviting customers to submit their custom Freedom line rifle builds for a chance to be featured and reviewed on video.

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  • Why PCCs Are Great for Training
    Why PCCs Are Great for Training
    Posted by Palmetto State Armory on March 3, 2026

    Pistol caliber carbines offer affordable ammo, safe steel shooting at short distances, and the ability to mirror your primary rifle setup for more effective training time.

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  • Why Barrel Twist Rate Matters 1:5 vs 1:7
    Why Barrel Twist Rate Matters 1:5 vs 1:7
    Posted by Palmetto State Armory on March 2, 2026

    A practical comparison of 1:5 and 1:7 twist rates for 300 Blackout barrels, including real-world range results with subsonic and supersonic ammunition.

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  • Single-Stage Vs. Two-Stage Triggers - Which Should You Choose?
    Single-Stage Vs. Two-Stage Triggers - Which Should You Choose?
    Posted by Palmetto State Armory on February 26, 2026

    An easy breakdown of single-stage vs two-stage triggers and how each affects performance in rapid fire or precision shooting applications.

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  • Bullet Drop: Supersonic 300 Blackout Vs. Subsonic 300 Blackout
    Bullet Drop: Supersonic 300 Blackout Vs. Subsonic 300 Blackout
    Posted by Palmetto State Armory on February 24, 2026

    A range demonstration showing how switching between supersonic and subsonic ammo can shift your optic zero when shooting suppressed.

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  • Converting an AR Pistol into an SBR - ATF Form-1
    Converting an AR Pistol into an SBR - ATF Form-1
    Posted by Palmetto State Armory on February 17, 2026

    An educational overview of the ATF Form 1 process for converting a braced AR pistol into a registered SBR, including filing steps and requirements.

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  • Suppressors 101 | Episode 8 - Pistol Suppressors & Tilting Barrels
    Suppressors 101 | Episode 8 - Pistol Suppressors & Tilting Barrels
    Posted by Palmetto State Armory on February 17, 2026

    A beginner-friendly guide explaining how to suppress modern tilting barrel pistols using a Nielsen device, including setup, installation, and reliability tips.

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