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PSA X5.7 first look at SHOT Show

Palmetto State Armory are the Mad Scientists of gun makers, coming out with new designs and recreations of guns. This year they brought out over a dozen prototypes including their MP7-a-like named the X5.7 (which may not be the final name). This PDW is based on their Rock pistol they debuted 3 years ago at SHOT. With a polymer housing, and retractable brace, at first glance it could be mistaken for a mini HK MP7.

PSA has too many ideas and but too little engineering time so they’re asking fans to vote for their favorite prototype guns that PSA should focus on. This means the 3 guns with the highest votes will be most likely to see testing and production later this year. Cast your vote at https://palmettostatearmory.com/

Shooting Sports

Blackfang bullets

While visiting the Pardini booth at SHOT Show 2023, I was introduced to their partner Vanguard Outfitters which had a display case of bullets with an almost sci-fi looking construction. Blackfang (aka Black Dragon Fang or Obsidian Dragon) ammo originally came out in 5.7x28mm, the PDW round developed for the FN P90. While the original 5.7×2 military specs had armor penetrating constructions, the round was neutered for the civilian market.

The Blackfang was developed as a workaround that met civilian ammo restrictions, while delivering higher tumble damage and the ability to defeat soft-armor and hard-armor at CQB distances. This round is made of solid copper with a black iron anodized coating. At SHOT this year, they showcased a 300 Blackout version of the round.

Since I don’t own any firearms in this caliber (nor have any plans to) I won’t be testing any of this ammo in the near future, but I appreciate the engineering and ingenuity that goes into making this ammo.

Find more about these bullets at Vanguard Outfitters https://www.vanguardoutfittersllc.com/57×28-custom-ammo/custom-ammo-1476/blackfang-obsidian-dragon-14761867