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Recently, PSA released their new Sabre lineup of well built yet affordable duty-grade rifles to the market. Now, PSA is adding more to their Sabre lineup with the addition of the S5 length buffer kit.
By Drew Bryant
June 2nd, 2023, theloadoutblog.com
Over the past few years, Palmetto State Armory (PSA) has grown to offer a wide range of firearms and accessories for every part of the market. Over time PSA has improved quality, increased output, and turned into a trusted brand with a diverse portfolio. Recently, PSA released their new Sabre lineup of well-built yet affordable duty-grade rifles to the market. Now, PSA is adding more to its Sabre lineup with the addition of the S5 length buffer kit.
The A5 system or buffer kit is originally from VLTOR and is a hybrid rifle and carbine buffer system. This system gives more flexibility to the end user by providing a smoother recoil experience and the ability to find tune stock placement, length of pull, and eye relief. The S5 is the VLTOR A5 system just with PSA parts for the kit.
The S5 kit will come with an extended buffer tube with nine stock positions, a SpringCo green spring, and a QD backplate.
Below are the features and specs for the S5 Buffer Kit from PSA.
Features
Palmetto State Armory Sabre S-5 Carbine buffer tube assembly. Includes Sabre 9 position mil spec diameter 7075 premium buffer tube that is polished internally, castle nut, Aluminum QD latch plate, carbine buffer assembly, Sprinco Green Spring. All parts are made in America.
Specs
Manufacturer: Palmetto State Armory
Product Line: Sabre
Platform: AR-15
Buffer Tube Type: S5 – 9 Position Buffer Tube
Buffer: Carbine S5 Buffer
Buffer Spring: Sprinco Green Spring
Buffer Tube Material: 7075 Aluminum
Latch Plate: Aluminum QD Latch Plate
Finish: Black Anodized, Polished Inside
The new S5 buffer kit is available on PSA’s website and retails for $99.99. For more about the S5 click here.
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