Palmetto State Armory’s Sabre 15 11.5” carbine isn’t just another budget blaster—it’s a rugged, lightweight rifle that took 2,000 rounds of hard use without a single hiccup.

In this recent range day breakdown, the crew put the Sabre through its paces, running mag after mag through it in realistic training conditions.

The result? No malfunctions, no complaints—just clean performance.

Right out of the box, the Sabre 15 impressed with its solid build and refined feel.

It features a Rifle Speed adjustable gas block with 12 settings, a Hyperfire trigger with a crisp, short reset, and a Radian Raptor charging handle for ambi control. The B5 stock and 10″ handguard round out a package that balances compact maneuverability with rifle-level capability.

A few highlights from the field:

• Runs slick and reliable, even under heat with minimal lube
• light up front and fast to drive on target
• Adjustable gas block actually works well with suppressors and ammo variations
• Excellent upper/lower fitment—no slop, no rattle
• Zero performance drop-off after multiple shooters burned through 2K rounds

The GBRS crew did notice that when running it slick (no lights, cans, or accessories), the rifle feels a bit rear-heavy. But once you start loading it up with the gear you’d normally run—light, IR laser, suppressor—it balances out beautifully.

If you’re shopping for a duty-grade shorty that doesn’t feel cheap and can hang with more expensive builds, the PSA Sabre 15 deserves a spot on your radar.