But before we get into the list, let’s talk about the elephant in the room and answer if the Dagger is compatible with G19 Holsters (after all it is a Gen 3 Glock clone)…
PSA Dagger Holster Compatibility – Does The PSA Dagger Fit A Glock 19 Holster?
So does the Dagger fit in the Glock 19 Holsters…? The answer is yes… and no. Some G19 holsters will fit the Dagger and some will not…
Part of the reason some G19 holster won’t fit the Dagger is because it has a completely different trigger guard design than a Glock, and many holsters use this as an area to create retention…
Now, I have found that Glock 19 holsters that are designed to work with a light like the Streamlight TRL-1 will typically fit the Dagger if that light is mounted on it…
But really, if you decide to get a Glock 19 holster for your PSA Dagger, it’s kind of a gamble as to whether or not it will be compatible…
Unless you’ve seen another person show that it fits.
Top 7 List Of Palmetto State Armory Dagger Holsters…
IWB (Inside The Waistband) & Other Concealed Carry Holsters…
First of all, if you’re going to conceal carry your Dagger, this is one of the most (if not THE most) comfortable holsters on the market…
Part of the reason it’s so comfortable is that it’s a hybrid holster with a neoprene material that fits against your body…
It also features adjustable clips, and you can adjust the cant and ride height so you can completely customize the holster to your comfort level and body type…
Now, because of the hybrid design, I do think it’s best suited for a carry in the 3, 4, or 5 o’clock positions. So keep that in mind if you’re interested in this option..
But it also features a lifetime warranty, so if you have any issues that arise with your holster you should be taken care of.
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Number 2 on my list and another amazing Dagger holster is the We The People Holsters PSA Dagger Compact Red Dot Optic Cut IWB Holster…
This is a comfortable and discreet kydex holster for the Dagger. One of the things that I really like about it is the adjustable retention, so you can really get the perfect amount of tension when drawing your handgun…
Also, like the Alien Gear Cloak Tuck holster I mentioned above, you can adjust the ride and cant on this holster, and that really allows you to tailor it for your personal comfort, body type, and carry preferences…
On top of that, the clip is also adjustable so you can get the ride height just right, and the protective sweat guard helps keep the gun separated from your body, so you don’t end up sweating on your gun during those hot summer days (this is something that’s happened to me before)…
Now two things that I think separate this holster from the Alien Gear Cloak Tuck that I mentioned in number 1 are…
Number 1 this holster is better for Appendix carry if you prefer to carry in the 1 or 2 o’clock positions (and you can add on a concealment claw for even better concealment)…
And number 2, this holster has a cut out for a red dot sight. So if you have a Dagger with an optic on it like an RMR or a Holosun (and suppressor height sights), it will easily fit into this holster (which is great)…
So all in all, this holster from We The People Holsters is another fantastic option, especially if you want to conceal carry your dagger with an optic on it and/or in the appendix carry position.
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The third option on my list is the Alien Gear Cloak Shoulder Holster, which is a totally unique and really cool shoulder holster for the PSA Dagger…
This is an extremely comfortable holster which features padded neoprene straps, and you also get a magazine holster on the opposite shoulder from your gun…
On top of that, the straps are adjustable. So you can customize the fit to your own comfort and preferences, and the belt hooks keep the whole system close to your body and secure when you’re moving around…
I also like that the retention can be adjusted, so you can get a smooth draw, and that the holster and the mag carrier have an adjustable cant so you can maximize the comfort and concealment of your pistol…
All in all, it’s just an awesome system if you want to carry from a shoulder holster, and I also love the fact that is comes in black leather or in that classic brown leather holster color which just looks so cool!
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This holster is very similar to the We The People Holster that I mentioned above. It still features adjustable retention, so you can get the perfect draw…
And you can adjust the ride and cant of your handgun, and adjust the location of the clip as well to make sure your Dagger is comfortable to carry around…
It’s also cut for a red dot if you have an optic and suppressor sights on your Dagger like I do, and it has the protective sweat guard as well to keep your gun separated from your body as you carry…
The main difference is that this holster will allow you to mount and carry the Streamlight TLR-1 series of lights…
Right now, the Streamlight TRL-1 HL is my go-to weapon light, and that’s why I chose this particular model, but keep in mind that We The People Holsters makes this holster to fit the X300 Surefire lights as well (if that’s your preferred go-to light)…
Either way, this is a great option because having a weapon light on your carry gun is a great idea for 2 reasons…
First of all, most defensive shootings take place at night, and a weapon light will allow you to identify your target before shooting (which is absolutely essential)…
And second, a weapon light adds weight to the muzzle end of your Dagger’s frame and makes it a little easier to shoot…
So again, this is a fantastic option if your going to carry your Dagger IWB and you’re going to run a light on it.
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The first Outside the Waistband holster on my list is the Alien Gear Cloak Mod OWB Holster, and there are many reasons why it’s a great option…
First of all, this holster is built to be strong and give good retention on your handgun. It also has a wide open-mouth design with allows you to easily holster your gun and just give you a perfect holster fit with the Dagger…
I also like that it’s fully adjustable for the cant, angle, and retention level that you desire, so you can really customize it for your comfort level…
And it also comes with the paddle or belt slide clips, so you have a couple of options for how you can carry your gun OWB without having to spend any extra money on your holster system…
My one knock on it is that it’s currently not made for an optics ready Dagger, but if you don’t run an optic on your dagger slide, that’s not even an issue for you…
All in all, this is a fantastic OWB holster option because it’s fully adjustable, easy to wear, and comfortable.
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Number 6 on my list is the We The People Holsters PSA Dagger Compact Red Dot Optic Cut OWB Holster…
This is another great option from We The People Holsters. It is fully adjustable meaning that you can adjust the ride, cant, and retention of your handgun to ensure the perfect fitment on your body…
And if also includes a sweat guard and the We The People Holsters paddle or belt clip system which is a very secure and comfortable OWB mounting system…
Also, unlike the Alien Gear Cloak Mod that I mentioned right above, this holster is ready for an optic ready handgun…
This is a big deal for me personally, because like I said, I’ve got my Dagger set up with the Swampfox Kraken currently, and I need IWB and OWB carry holsters that will accommodate that…
So this is another great option because it gives you everything you need to carry your pistol OWB, and it also fits the Dagger like a glove.
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The last holster on my list is the We The People Holsters PSA Dagger Compact With Streamlight TLR-1/1S/HL List OWB Holster…
This holster is very similar to the one above, but the main difference is that it’s obviously a light bearing holster…
It still gives you adjustable retention, cant, and ride, and it also comes with the We The People Holsters OWB paddle and belt loop system…
But this holster will give you a perfect fit is you’re running any of the Streamlight TLR-1 series weapon lights on your Dagger’s accessory rail…
Like many other shooters, you might like to run a light or laser on your gun, and I really like that We The People Holsters is making Dagger specific molds that are set up for popular light options from Streamlight and Surefire…
So again, this is another great OWB option especially if you’re going to open carry your firearm outdoors at night.
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Other Size Dagger Holster Options (& Other Accessory Options)…
Some Dagger’s come with different sized slides and barrels, and if that’s the case for your Dagger, this list might not have helped you very much because it focused on the Compact PSA Dagger…
In fact, I don’t own one that’s been left fully in it’s factory form…
And one of the best places to modify or upgrade your Glock is actually in the slide…
The reason why is because it gives your gun a whole new look, and more importantly, it can allow you to mount an optic (which helps you shoot faster and more accurately)…
Now one of the best aftermarket Glock slides that combines high quality features with a reasonable price tag is the Trybe Defense Glock Slide…
And in this Trybe Defense Glock slide review, I’m going to explain what you get with 8 different Trybe Glock slide variations…
In the end, you’ll have a solid understanding of what you get with the Trybe Defense slides, and you should have all the information you need to determine which one is going to work best for you…
Let’s get into it!
Best Trybe Defense Glock Slide – Which Trybe Glock Slide Is Right For You…?
So which Trybe Defense Glock slide is right for you…?
Well, that depends on which Glock model you intend to put it on and aesthetic style you prefer to get on your slide…
Here are the current models that Trybe Defense offers when it come to Glock slides:
TRYBE Defense Glock 19 Pistol Slide Version 1
TRYBE Defense Glock 19 Pistol Slide Version 2
TRYBE Glock 17 Slide Version 1
TRYBE Glock 17 Slide Version 2
TRYBE Defense Glock 43/43X Slide Version 1
TRYBE Defense Glock 43/43X Slide Version 2
TRYBE Defense Glock 26 Slide Version 1
TRYBE Defense Glock 26 Slide Version 2
Below, I’ll give you a more detailed Trybe Defense Glock slide review for each of these awesome slides…
The first slide on my list is the Trybe Defense Glock 19 Pistol Slide Version 1, and it’s a fantastic Glock slide for many reasons…
First of all, this slide is constructed from heat treated 416R Stainless Steel, which makes it very strong and robust…
And it also features a sleek design that incorporates front slide serrations and windows…
The front slide serrations are very grippy, which makes it easier to manipulate your Glock, and the windows help to lighten your slide for a faster recoil impulse and to balance out the weight of the optic that you’ll probably be putting on your slide…
Speaking of optics, you can get this slide with one of 4 optics cuts, and those cuts include:
Out of those 4 options, my favorite would be the Trijicon RMR cut because it gives you the most options in terms of which optic you choose to mount on your Trybe Defense slide…
Aside from that, you can get this slide in both black and flat dark earth (FDE), which is really cool…
And it doesn’t matter which generation of Glock frame you’re looking to put it on either because it’s offered for Gen’s 1, 2, and 3. It’s offered for Gen 4’s, and it’s offered for Gen 5 Glocks…
All in all, this is an awesome slide if you want to upgrade your Glock 19 with an optic, front slide serrations, and a new sleek look.
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Much like the Version 1, the Trybe Defense Glock 19 Pistol Slide Version 2 is a fantastic upgrade for your Glock 19…
It’s also made from heat treated 416R stainless steel, and it features a different look to the Version 1 with more windows toward the front of the slide and some cool knurling toward the rear…
It also comes with optic cuts for the Trijicon RMR, Leupold Delta Point Pro, Vortex Venom, and Vortex Viper…
And it can be had in a black or flat dark earth cerakote finish…
Last, this Version 2 Trybe Glock Slide can be had in a Gen 1,2, and 3 compatible model, in a Gen 4 compatible model, and in a Gen 5 compatible model…
So no matter which generation of Glock 19 you’re running, you’ll be able to get the most out of it with this super cool slide.
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If you have a Glock 17, the Trybe Glock 17 Slide Version 1 is a great option and gives you the same great features that you get from the Trybe Glock 19 Version 1 slide…
For example, the Trybe Glock 17 slide is constructed from that same heat treated 416R stainless steel…
And it also has the Trybe Glock slide version 1 front and rear serrations which are very grippy and give you a lot of ways you can charge the weapon…
And it also features those same windows toward the front of the slide, to give you a faster recoil impulse and to balance out the weight of the optic you put on your gun…
This slide can also be had in the same 4 optics cuts as the Trybe Glock 19 slide, and again those are: the Trijicon RMR cut, the Delta Point Pro cut, the Vortex Venom cut, and the Vortex Viper cut (again, my favorite is the RMR cut because you can mount a Holosun 507C on it)…
Last, this slide is made for all generations of Glocks, just be sure to choose the correct generation when you select one to purchase, and you can also choose between the black finish or the flat dark earth finish as well.
Like the Trybe Glock 17 Slide Version 1, the Version 2 gives you all the same great features, just in the version 2 design…
So you get a different look, more windows toward the front of your slide (which is cool when you want to show of your Glock’s barrel), and the knurling at the rear of the slide rather than more traditional serrations…
Just like the rest of the Trybe Glock slide series, the slide is made from 416R stainless steel which has been heat treated for strength…
And you can get it with an optic cut for the Trijicon RMR footprint, the Delta Point Pro footprint, the Vortex Venom footprint, or the Vortex Viper footprint…
Last, this slide design is available for any generation of Glock, and you can get it in standard black of Trybe’s flat dark earth cerakote color!
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Next on the list is the Trybe Glock 43/43X Slide Version 1. This slide is similar to many of the Trybe Glock slides, but there are a few key differences…
First of all, this slide like all the Trybe Defense Glock series slides, is made from 416R stainless steel which has been heat treated to make it stronger…
Aside from that, it includes the same design elements that are typical of the version 1 slides from Trybe such as the front and rear serrations and the windows…
And it also comes in a black finish and a flat dark earth finish…
Now, because the Glock 43 and 43X are slimline conceal carry pistols, these Trybe Glock slides are cut with the RMSc optic footprint, which has pretty much become the standard footprint for smaller miniature red dots…
If you’re looking for an optic to fit this footrpint, I highly recommend you take a look at the Holosun 507K…
Just as with the Version 1, it made from heat treated 416R stainless steel, and it has the V2 design of multiple forward window cuts and knurling in the rear…
It’s also available in black or FDE, and it’s set up with an RMSc optic cut, so you can easily mount a small, slim optic to it…
All in all, it’s another great option if you’re running a Glock 43, or 43X.
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It’s kind of an older concealed carry gun, but that doesn’t mean the Glock 26 is no longer a great carry option, and luckily, with the Trybe Glock 26 Slide Version 1, you’ll be able to get the most out of your carry gun…
With this Trybe Glock slide you’re getting that same heat treated 416R stainless steel, and you also get the same design features that all V1 Trybe slides feature such as the windows and grippy front and rear slide serrations…
Right now, this slide is only available in a Glock Gen 3 and Gen 4 model, but it does come with one of the 4 optics cuts that Trybe is known for (Trijicon RMR, Delta Point Pro, Vortex Venom, and Vortex Viper)…
Last, it comes in black or FDE, and it’s a great option if you’re running a Glock 26 as a carry gun or even just as a fun range shooter.
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The final slide on my list is the Trybe Defense Glock 26 Slide Version 2, and if you’ve been paying attention, you probably already know much of what you’re going to get from it…
With this slide you’re getting heat treated 416R stainless steel and the Version 2 features that are typical of a Trybe Defense Slide such as the window cuts and rear knurling…
Just like the V1 Glock 26 slide from Trybe it can be had in black or FDE, and it’s also offered in 4 optic cut models (RMR, Delta Point Pro, Vortex Venom, and Vortex Viper)…
Last, it’s available for Gen 3 and Gen 4 Glock 26’s, and as with all products from Trybe Defense, it’s built to be affordable and high quality.
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It’s accurate, it’s reliable, it’s lightweight, and the ergonomics are near perfect…
But there is one area of the design that I think needs an upgrade over the standard government part… And that part is the charging handle…
The standard mil-spec charging handle is simply too small to easily manipulate with one hand, and that manipulation is limited to one side…
Now if you’re looking to upgrade your rifle’s charging handle, there are a ton of great aftermarket options…
That said, one of the best I’ve found that combines both features and an affordable price tag is the Trybe Defense Charging Handle…
And truth be told, Trybe Defense actually makes several versions of their charging handle to go with various firearms platforms…
So, below I’ll share with you a list of the Top 5 Trybe charging handles…
And then by the end of this post, you’ll have a good understanding of which one of the Trybe Defense charging handles is right for you…
Let’s get started…
Trybe Defense Charging Handle – A Quick Summary…
The best Trybe Defense charging handle is their Ambidextrous Magnite Charing Handle. It’s the best because it’s built from Magnite, which makes it strong and lightweight. It’s also ambidextrous, as the name implies, and the levers are long on both sides, which will give you clearance from scopes and other large optics…
Below, I’ll discus the Trybe Magnite Ambidextrous charging handle in more detail, and I’ll also share with you 4 other charging handle offerings from Trybe Defense.
The first Trybe charging handle on my list is the Trybe Defense Ambidextrous Magnite Charging Handle, and there are several reasons why…
First of all, this is the Trybe Defense charging handle that is built for the standard 5.56/.223 AR 15 platform…
And just by looking at it, I’m sure you can tell that the lever’s are ambidextrous and extended…
This allows you to easily manipulate your charing handle with one hand, even if you have a scope on your AR…
And obviously, it can be done whether you’re a left-handed or right handed shooter…
Another realy cool feature of this charing handle is that it’s constructed from Magnite, which is a material that’s around 30% lighter that 6061 T6 aluminum, and it’s also stronger as well…
The levers on this charging handle also have grippy texturing, so you’ll be able to charge your rifle (or clear malfunctions) even in wet or slippery conditions…
And it features a Hexagonal Electro Nickel Boron Nitride Coating, which reduces friction and makes charging your rifle super smooth…
All in all, the Trybe Defense Magnite Ambi charing handle is one of the best charging handles on the market, and it also comes in at a competitive price point considering what you get.
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The next charing handle on the list is the Trybe Defense AR-10 Ambidextrous Enhanced Mil-Spec Charging Handle, and obviously, this is an option if you have an AR-10 style rifle which fires 7.62/.308 rounds…
The charging handle is constructed from 6061-T6 Aircraft Grade Aluminum, and it’s built to be tough…
It’s also ambidextrous, which is great for right-handed and left-handed shooters, and the levers are long which gives you more control when manipulating your rifle…
On top of that, this charging handle also features a hard coat anodized coating, which will help it remain corrosion free, and the levers are textured to give you a bit of extra grip when charging your rifle or clearing malfunctions…
Last, this charging handle allows you to smoothly charge your rifle, and it’s also very reasonably priced…
If you’re looking for a charging handle for an AR-10, it’s just a no-brainer.
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Another fantastic Trybe Charging Handle option is the Trybe Defense Ambidextrous Charging Handle for the Sig Sauer MCX…
The Sig MCX has been gaining in popularity in recent years (along with an number of other Sig guns), and even though it’s no where near the level of the AR-15 in terms of popularity, there are a lot of these rifles out there…
So if you have an MCX and want to upgrade the charging handle that comes standard from Sig, the Trybe Defense is a great option…
For starters, this charging handle is constructed from 7075-T6 Aluminum, so it’s super strong and built for hard use…
On top of that, it also gives you a nice, smooth pull when charging your MCX, and it features a Mil-Spec Type 3 Hard Coat Anodized coating, which means it can handle rainy or wet conditions without fear that it’ll start to corrode…
It is, as the name says, ambidextrous, as all charging handles should be at this point, and the long levers on each side give you plenty of clearance if your running a scope or large optic on your MCX…
All in all, this charging handle is a fantastic upgrade if you want to soup up your MCX and take it to the next level.
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I love .22’s and I love the Smith & Wesson M&P 15, and of course when you combine the two, you get a fantastic AR chambered in .22 long rifle called the Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22…
Aside from being an absolute blast to shoot, this .22 is a fantastic rifle because it can help you train on the AR-15 platform and save money on ammunition while doing it…
And heres the thing, you can now upgrade the charging handle on your M&P 15-22, to better match the charging handle on your M&P 15 (or any other AR-15 that you might have) with the Trybe Defense Ambidextrous Charging Handle for the Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22…
Even though this charging handle is built for a .22, it a very solid accessory. It’s built from 7075-T6 Aluminum, which makes it very strong, and it als features a mil-spec anodized coating…
Aside from that, it’s also smooth to operate, ambidextrous, and features long levers, so you can easily manipulate it on the M&P15-22!
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The last charging handle on my list is the Trybe Defense Ambidextrous Charging Handle for the Sig Sauer MPX…
If you’re not familiar with the MPX, it’s basically Sig’s version of an updated submachine gun…
It fires the 9mm cartridge, and many of the design cues are taken from the AR-15 when it comes to the ergonomics of the MPX…
For example, it features an AR-style charging handle, and just as the standard GI mil-spec charging handle can be improved, so can the stock charging handle on the MPX…
As usual, the Trybe MPX charging handle is made from 7075-T6 aluminum, which makes it strong and reliable…
But aside from that, it also features that same hard anodized coating, ambidextrous controls, long levers, and smooth action, that you get with all the other charging handles the come from Trybe Defense…
An just like the rest of the products made by Trybe, it’s an affordable accessory to add onto your gun.
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A chassis system can really bring your bolt gun to the next level…
It’s just more sturdy that most rifle stocks, which translates in to you getting better accuracy out of your rifle…
And because chassis systems are typically made from aluminum, they’re better at facing the elements as well…
Now, some chassis systems can get incredibly expensive, but one of the best that I’ve found that still remains affordable is the Trybe Defense Chassis…
Now it’s proper name is actually, the Trybe Defense R.O.C.S (Rapid Offense Chassis System), and there are several reasons why I’m a big fan of it…
Below, I’ll outline exactly what you get with this chassis system, and by the end of this post, you should have a good understanding of whether or not it’s going to work well for you…
Let’s get into it…
Trybe Defense Chassis – A Quick Summary…
The Trybe Defense Chassis is an affordable chassis system that is compatible with several short action (and 1 mini action) bolt action rifles. It includes a sturdy aluminum chassis, an adjustable butt stock, an adjustable cheek riser, and an ergonomic grip. Installation of the chassis is very easy, and it can be had in 4 color options…
Below, I’ll give you more detail about the Trybe Defense ROCS Chassis system.
Materials & Design Of The Trybe Defense R.O.C.S. (Rapid Offense Chassis System)…
Materials…
The Trybe Defese ROCS Chassis is built to be sturdy and durable, and it uses very high quality materials…
For starters, the Chassis is made from 6061-T6 Aluminum. This gives you a very stable platform to make accurate shots from, and at the same time, it keeps the whole system relatively lightweight…
On top of that, it’s also Type III Hard Anodized, so it can handle tough weather and the elements, and the forward end of the Chassis includes M-LOK slots on the bottom and on the sides which will allow you to easily mount accessories light a bipod…
Additionally, the pistol grip and adjustable stock system that you get included with the ROCS are constructed from high strength polymer.
Design…
The overall design of the Trybe Defense R.O.C.S. includes a lot of useful features…
Like I mentioned earlier, the front end of the chassis includes M-LOK slots in the 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions…
This allows you to easily mount a bipod on the end of the system, but there are a number of other accessories you could add on as well…
The front end also provides you with room for a free floated barrel…
This is incredibly important when it comes to barrel harmonics and making those super accurate shots…
Aside from that, the polymer pistol grip that you get included with the ROCS is designed to give you a very natural grip angle when shooting…
It’s not severely swept back at an awkward angle the way some AR-15 grips are, and if for some reason it doesn’t fit you and your particular shooting preferences, you can swap it out for any true AR-15 grip that works for you…
I also really like the design of the stock system that you get with the ROCS…
You can adjust the length of pull in the range of 13 inches to 14.5 inches using the included spacer system…
And you can also adjust the cheek riser to get the perfect cheek weld when you’re aiming to make those accurate hits…
On top of all that, the ROCS Chassis system will accept a maximum barrel diameter of 1.25 inches, and it accepts AICS pattern magazines (except for the Howa 1500 mini version), giving you all the rounds capacity that you’ll need.
Compatibility Of The Trybe Defense ROCS Chassis…
The Trybe Defense ROCS Chassis is compatible with a number of fantastic, accurate shooting rifles. These rifles include…
Remington Model 700 Short Action
Ruger American Rifle Short Action
Savage Model 10 Short Action
Howa 1500 Short Action
Howa 1500 Mini Action
On top of that, the Chassis system comes in 4 colors for each of these firearms:
Black
FDE
OD Green
Gray
Installation…
Installation of the Trybe Defense ROCS is very simple and easy. All you have to do is remove the original stock from your rifle…
After that, put your action and barrel into the chassis system. From there, all you need to do is tighten down two screws, and Voilà, you have a very stable chassis rifle with a free floated barrel…
Now one tip that may help you when tightening the screws is to use a little bit of non permanent threadlocker like Blue loctite…
This will help keep you screws in place even with all the vibrations that come from firing your rifle, and it should keep everything tight and stable which will help you maintain a high level of accuracy.
Included Parts…
When you pick up a Trybe Defense ROCS Chassis, there are several items that you’ll get in the box…
First of all, you get the 6061-T6 Aluminum Chassis, and again, it’ll come in which ever color you chose to go with your rifle…
You’ll also get the grip and adjustable stock…
Finally, you’ll get the action screws for mounting your bolt gun, and if you have a Savage Model 10, there’s an included offset washer as well.
PROs and CONs of the Rapid Offense Chassis System…
Pros…
It’s lightweight
It’s well built and sturdy
It’s available for several bolt action rifles
The length of pull is adjustable
The cheek riser is adjustable
The grip is ergonomic (and replaceable if it doesn’t fit you)
Includes M-LOK slots for easily attaching accessories
Comes in 4 cool color options
Installation is easy
It’s affordable
Cons…
Only available for 5 rifle types
Cheek riser only adjusts to 3 different positions
Trybe Defense Chassis Review – Final Thoughts…
In the end, I think the Trybe Defense ROCS is a fantastic chassis system, and I highly recommend it for several reasons…
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It’s built from very sturdy aluminum, which will help you get more accuracy out of your rifle…
It’s lightweight, so you can acutally carry your rifle around for hunting or just recreational shooting…
It includes an adjustable butt stock and cheek riser, so you can fit it perfectly to your body size…
It’s easy to get installed onto your gun, and last, it’s affordable, which is seldom the case for a quality chassis system…
In my opinion, if you want to upgrade your rifle with a chassis system, it’s currently the best bang for your buck that’s available on the market.
But even if they’re reliable and accurate, you can sometime run into a problem…
And that problem is that they can be very simple and hard to upgrade…
Lucky, that’s not the case with the PSA Dagger…
It is a reliable and accurate little gun, but because it’s based on a Gen 3 Glock platform (and because it’s very popular)…
There are a number of PSA Dagger upgrades that you take advantage of…
And in this post, I’m going to share with you some of the upgrades I’ve done to my personal Dagger, and share with you some of the potential upgrades you can do as well…
As I said before, there are a lot of ways that you can upgrade your PSA Dagger…
Some of the upgrades can come straight from Palmetto State Armory, and some are just standard Glock or PSA Dagger aftermarket parts…
Now, it should also be said that there are a number of different variations of the Dagger that PSA sells…
Some of the models are pretty plain-Jane, but others actually have upgrades included on them…
So just keep in mind as we’re going through that you might already have some upgraded Dagger parts, depending on which version of the gun you purchased…
PSA Dagger Slide
One area that you should think about upgrading on your Dagger is actually the whole slide…
And this may or may not be an important upgrade for you depending on which version of the PSA Dagger you already have…
For example, if you have a slide without an optic cut, the first thing I would do is swap it out for one that does (my blog is called red dot shooters after all haha)…
Iron sights are OK to shoot with, but I love red dot sights on handguns because (with a little bit of practice) they just allow you to shoot faster and more accurately…
Now at the time that I’m writing this, PSA currently offers 8 different versions of the Dagger slide, and any one of them will fit on your dagger frame regardless of whether you have the compact frame or the full size frame…
I love the Extreme Carry Cut because it has all the things that Gucci Glocks typically have such as front slide serrations, relief cuts, and cool chamfering…
It’s also a compact slide so it will sit flush with the end of your frame, and be a little bit easier to conceal carry…
I also love the Compact X slide which is a little newer. This slide also has front slide serrations and cool relief cuts, but even though it will fit on a compact frame, it gives you a slide length similar to the Glock 17…
This larger slide is more of a ‘Duty’ size, and the extra mass in the slide makes it a really smooth shooter…
You can check out all of the PSA Dagger slide options below (Just remember to look at versions that give you an optic cut):
Now because the PSA Dagger is a Gen 3 Glock Clone, it’s important to remember that you can actually upgrade your gun with any Gen 3 Glock slide…
There are a ton of options out there, but one of my favorites is the RMR Cut Slide for a Glock 19 (Gen 3) by Brownells…
I like it because it’s just a perfect match with the PSA Dagger Frame, and it will give you the ability to mount a red dot sight at an affordable price point similar to PSA’s optic cut Dagger slides.
PSA Dagger Optic
Now, that’s I’ve droned on about getting an optic cut slide, the next upgrade you should consider for your Dagger is a quality optic…
Now, PSA currently offers slides that are cut for an RMR footprint and slides that are cut for a Docter footprint…
Out of the two, my favorite is the RMR footprint because it gives you a lot more options when picking your optic…
But truth be told, there are some high quality Docter footprint optics available as well…
The Kraken is an enclosed emitter red dot (which is why it looks so boxy), but that makes it an extremely durable handgun sight…
It also eliminates any chance of debris blocking the red dot’s emitter, which is a possibility with traditional open emitter pistol optics…
I think the Kraken is a great fit with the PSA Dagger because it comes with an RMR adapter plate, so it’s super easy to get it mounted onto a Dagger slide with an RMR optic cut…
But it also gives you a clear sight window and a nice, crisp 3 MOA dot to help you make fast and accurate shots…
I’m very happy with the performance of the Swampfox Kraken on my Dagger, and right now, I have no plans to change it out for something else…
Holosun 507C
Another amazing optic that will fit the RMR cut Dagger slide is the Holosun 507C…
I currently have one of these bad boys on my Glock 45, and I would have no problem mounting it on a PSA Dagger…
I like the 507C because it’s affordable, super durable, and packed with useful features like ultra long battery life, a Solar panel to back up your battery, and Shake Awake technology to extend your battery life even further…
It also gives you 3 reticle options to choose from including a 2 MOA dot, a 32 MOA circle, or the Holosun Circle Dot Reticle which is a combination of the two…
And let me tell you, the Circle Dot Reticle is awesome because it makes finding and tracking your dot super quick and easy…
But at the same time, you still have the small 2 MOA dot in the center when you need to make shots that require a high level of accuracy…
Another fantastic red dot option that you should consider if your Dagger slide has a Docter cut is the Crimson Trace RAD Pro…
The RAD Pro gives you a large sight window, long battery life, Shake-to-wake technology which extends your battery life even more…
And it comes with a crisp 3 MOA dot. I’ve recently been testing one out, and it has now become my go-to Docter footprint optic.
There are other sights I could mention here, like the Holosun EPS, the Trijicon RMR, the Vortex Venom, and others, but I could go on all day in this section…
So it’s best if we stop here and move on to the next upgrade…
PSA Dagger Sights
The stock PSA dagger sights are OK (they are better than plastic stock Glock sights), but they can be upgraded…
And I should mention here that if you are getting an optic cut slide from PSA, then you already get upgraded sights which are raised to co-witness with your optic…
But if you’re going to run an iron sight gun, I recommend you go with a fiber optic front sight because it helps you find and track your front sight better (which allows you to shoot faster)…
Luckily, PSA sells an affordable set of sights for the Dagger that come with a red fiber optic front sight…
But keep in mind that most sights that are designed for a Glock will fit in the Dagger, and there are tons and tons of options out there are on the market.
PSA Dagger Barrel
Another area that you can upgrade on your Dagger is the Barrel. As usual, there are many Dagger models that already come with an upgraded barrel…
But if your Dagger just came with a standard barrel, PSA offers:
Fluted Barrels
Threaded Barrels
PVD Coated Barrels
Stainless Barrels
Spiral Fluted Barrels
Honey Comb Barrels
Copper Barrels
Chameleon (Oil Slick) Barrels
The different coatings and colors look cool, which is great if you’re going for a Gucci Glock aproach…
But the Fluted barrels will save you a little bit of weight, and the threaded barrels will allow you to mount a suppressor or a compensator…
What’s the best PSA Dagger Compensator?
Like I said, if you have a Dagger with a threaded barrel you can put on a screw-on compensator, which will dampen the recoil significantly when you’re shooting…
Some of the best options on the market are currently: the Agency Arms Single Port Barrel Comp, the Strike Industries Micro Threaded Comp QUAD, and the Strike Industries Micro Threaded Comp CIRCLE…
All offer different benefits in terms of how effective they are verses how compact they are, and you can check them out if you’re interested by looking at the table below…
As I said earlier, the PSA Dagger is a Gen 3 Glock clone, and it will take many of the aftermarket parts made for Generation 3 Glocks including trigger upgrades…
Why would you want to upgrade the PSA Dagger trigger?
Without a doubt the most popular trigger upgrade is to put a timney trigger in your PSA Dagger…
These triggers give you a crisp, 3 pound trigger pull, which will definitely help you shoot faster and more accurately…
The Timney Alpha Glock trigger also gives you an aluminum, straight trigger shoe with a wide safety blade, which makes it very comfortable to use…
And it can be installed into your PSA Dagger without the need to actually take it to a gunsmith, which is nice…
Apex Trigger For PSA Dagger…
Another great option is an Apex trigger for your PSA Dagger, specifically the Apex Tactical Specialties Glock Action Enhancement Trigger…
This trigger is awesome, first of all, because you get the Apex trigger shoe which has a trigger blade safety and is extremely comfortable to use…
Aside from that, this trigger gives you a shorter take up and a smoother pull than the stock PSA Dagger trigger…
And it has a much more crisp break that the Dagger trigger as well…
It’s also drop in part, so no need for a gunsmith, and overall it’s another fantastic trigger upgrade that you should consider for your Dagger…
PSA Dagger Magazine
The PSA Dagger comes with a Magpul Glock magazine. These magazines are good, and I’ve never had any problems with the ones I own…
But they are made from polymer, and they’re simply not as rugged as a stock Glock magazine…
OEM Glock magazines have been proven for reliability and durability over many, many years now…
And they have functioned perfectly in my PSA Dagger…
So if you intend to use your Dagger as a defensive pistol in anyway, I recommend you upgrade the magazines you’re using to stock Glock magazines (I like to have 5 per gun)…
And reserve the Magpul magazine that the pistol comes with for training or recreational use on the range.
PSA Dagger Weapon Light
I always like to put weapon lights on my handguns if they have a rail to accommodate them (which the PSA Dagger does), and there are 2 reasons why…
The first reason is obvious. A weapon light gives you the ability to use your Dagger with both hands in low-light situations…
This is actually a super important reason to have a weapon light on your gun…
…because often times defensive shootings do occur at night, and you absolutely MUST identify your target before making a shot.
The second reason is because a weapon light adds weight to the front end of you handgun and it actually dampens recoil and makes the gun easier to shoot…
Having said that, here are a couple of weapon light options that are a great fit for the PSA Dagger…
Streamlight TLR-1 HL…
The Streamlight TLR-1 HL is my go-to weapon light for many reasons…
First of all, it’s a very powerful and bright weapon light which gives you 1,000 lumens and a wide candela…
On top of that, it’s also easy to actuate the light from either side with the toggles…
And it’s also easy to mount on your gun with the screw on system (if you have a rail on your frame like the one on the PSA Dagger)…
In addition to that, the TLR-1 HL is a very ruggedly built weapon light, and it also has wide holster compatibility which is a pretty big deal for me…
Creative XP Glass Eagle…
If you’re wondering what weapon light I have on my PSA Dagger in the pictures…
…it’s actually a budget light that I have been testing called the Creative XP Glass Eagle, and so far I’ve been very impressed.
The Glass Eagle is modeled after the Surefire X300, and I really like that because it means there are a ton of holster options that are compatible with this light…
But aside from that, the Glass Eagle gives you 1,000 lumens (which is perfect for identifying targets at night)…
And it’s also built pretty ruggedly so it can handle the recoil from being mounted on your gun…
So far, I think it’s a fantastic option if you want a budget light with good build quality, 1,000 lumens, and great holster compatibility to go on your PSA Dagger…
PSA Dagger Magwell
If you want to upgrade your Dagger with a magwell, there are a few options that are currently available….
First of all, it’s important to keep in mind that you won’t be able to use a Gen 3 Glock magwell because the grip on a Glock is significantly different from a PSA Dagger…
But here are a couple of options that are currently available…
GG Magwells Polymer Magwell…
These magwells are polymer, affordable, and easy to install. Just be sure to get the model that is compatible with the Dagger frame that you have because they are not cross compatible…
They’re durable, they have huge sight windows, and their reticle options are second-to-none when it comes to helping you shoot both fast and accurately…
But aside from their line of Holographic sights, Eotech also has a line of magnifiers to help you hit those targets that are smaller and out at extended ranges…
Now, two of their most popular magnifiers are the Eotech G33 and the Eotech G43…
But that leads to the question… Which one is right for you…?
Well, in this Eotech G33 Vs G43 article, we’re going to compare these two magnifiers and see what the similarities and differences are…
In the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of what you get with each magnifier, and you should have all the information you need to determine which is going to work best for you…
I’ll also tell you which of the two I actually prefer and why…
Let’s get started!
Eotech G33 vs G43 – What is the difference between G43 and G33?
The Eotech G33 and G43 are similar in many ways, but they do have a few key differences. For example, the G33 is a little bit longer and a little bit more lightweight than the G43. On top of that, the G33 has a slightly shorter eye relief than the G43 and it also has a slightly more narrow field of view…
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That being said, there are pros and cons to each of these Eotech magnifiers, and below I’ll discuss what you get with each model in greater detail.
The Eotech G33 was and is Eotech’s first model in their line of magnifiers (with the G43 and then the G45 coming after it)…
But even though it is the first magnifier that Eotech produced, there are some people who actually prefer it over the newer G43…
We’ll unfold why as we dig into the details…
Durability And Water Resistance
Like all Eotech products, the G33 is built to be tough as nails and can handle a ton of abuse. It is a sealed, fog resistant optic, and it’s rated to be water resistant in a whopping 33 feet of water…
It’s also able to work in temperatures that range from -40 degrees Fahrenheit to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, and no matter where you need to take your rifle on this planet, this magnifier will be ready to get the job done.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
The Eotech G33 features a length of 4.4 inches, a width of 2.2 inches, and a height of 3.3 inches…
Aside from that, it has a weight that comes in at 10.6 ounces. So it’s fairly lightweight. The physician dimensions and weight is one of the areas where the G33 has significant differences from the Eotech G43.
Magnification, Eye Relief & Field Of View
The magnification offered by the Eotech G33 is 3x. That means your target will appear 3 times larger at any given distance…
This might not seem like a lot of magnification, and it’s not compared to some scopes, but you’d be surprised just how helpful a little bit of extra magnification can be when you’re trying to identify targets at distance and zero in on them for accurate shooting…
Aside from that, you get a generous 2.2 inches of eye relief with the G33, which allows you to place your head comfortably behind it and get a clear view when aiming…
And the field of view that you get is around 7.3 feet at 100 yards, which I think is pretty good because it allows you to see plenty of what’s going on around your target.
Mounting Options and Adaptability
The G33 comes with the Switch-to-Side Mounting System which is nice for several reasons. I like it because it allows you to go from 1x on your primary optic (something like the EXPS3)…
And then with a simple closing transition, the magnifier can be aligned directly behind your sight, and you’ll have 3x magnification…
It’s kind of the best of both worlds, and it’s a system that works really well when you have targets at close range and at extended distances…
I also really love that the included mount is Quick Detach. This means that you can mount it and unmount it on your gun extremely quickly…
And it just gives you the option of taking off the magnifier during the times when you really won’t need it, and then being able to put it back on in a very hassle free way…
Last, the G33 does include windage and elevation adjustments which will allow you to line it up perfectly right behind your primary optic.
What is the effective range of the G33 magnifier?
In my opinion, the G33 at 3x can help you shoot effectively at 300, 400, and maybe even 500 yards…
A lot of this depends on your individual marksmanship abilities, and other factors would include the size of the target and how much stability you’re able to achieve.
EOTECH G33 Magnifier Pros and Cons
Pros
Built to be very rugged
Good field of view
3x magnification
More lightweight than Eotech G43
Cons
Longer than Eotech G43
Slightly smaller field of view than G43
Slightly shorter eye relief that G43 (But this is often offset by the extra length of the G33)
EOTech G43 Magnifier (What is the EOTECH G43?)
The Eotech G43 is Eotech’s second model in their line of magnifiers. It differs from the Eotech G33 in a few important ways…
Durability And Water Resistance
Much like the Eotech G33, the G43 is built to be a very tough optic. It’s also water resistant in up to 33 feet of water, and sealed to be fog resistant…
This means that it can definitely handle rainy or wet conditions, and just like the G33 it has an operating temperature of -40 degrees Fahrenheit to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. So it can be used in the hot desert or in arctic winter conditions without any issues.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
The Eotech G43 has a length that measures in at 3.1 inches, a width of 2.3 inches, and a height of 3.3 inches…
Its height is exactly the same as the G33, but it is much shorter and slightly wider…
On top of that, the weight on the G43 comes in at 11.3 ounces which means it’s actually heavier than the G33 (even though it’s much shorter)…
So with the G43, you get a more compact overall package, but at the same time, it’s a slightly heavier magnifier than the G33, which I think is a bit strange.
Magnification, Eye Relief & Field Of View
Like the G33, the G43 is a 3x magnifier, but that’s where the similarities end in this category. For example, the G43 has an eye relief of 2.5 inches rather than the G33’s 2.2 inches…
That’s a little bit better eye relief, but it should also be noted that the G33’s rear lens sits further back than the G43’s…
So that kind of negates the G43’s slightly longer eye relief a little bit…
Aside from that the G43 does have a slightly larger field of view than the G33 at 7.5 feet at 100 yards versus 7.3 feet.
Mounting Options and Adaptability
Like the G33, the G43 comes with a swing out mount which allows you to go from 1x on your primary optic to 3x with the magnifier in an instant…
The G43’s mount also features a Quick Detach system, and again, that’s a feature that I love because it allows you to take the magnifier on and off your gun very quickly and easily…
And last, just as with the G33, the G43 features windage and elevation adjustments which will allow you to line up the magnifier perfectly behind your primary sight…
…and the G43’s mount actually comes with a 7mm spacer which makes it a little bit more adjustable.
Pros and Cons of the EOTech G43 Magnifier
Pros
Built to be very rugged
More compact package than G33
Better Field Of View than G33
Slightly longer Eye Relief that G33 (But again, this is kind of negated by the G33’s extra length)
Mount Include 7mm Adjustable spacer
Cons
The shorter overall profile can be awkward when running backup iron sights (because of the eye relief and location of the mount
It’s heavier than the G33
Eotech G43 vs G33 – Final Thoughts…
In the end, I think that both the Eotech G33 and the Eotech G43 are great magnifiers. They’re both built like tanks, and they both give you extra 3x power with swing away mounts…
But out of the two, my favorite is… the Eotech G33…
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The main reason I prefer the G33 is because it’s slightly more lightweight…
I’m always trying to shave ounces off of my guns because it just makes them handier, and it’s kind of shocking to me that Eotech made a smaller magnifier that actually turned out to be heavier…
That being said, the G43 isn’t that much heavier than the G33, and I think it’s still a great magnifier. So if you’re looking for a more compact package, then I think that it’s definitely a great option to go with…
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The bottom line is that both of these magnifiers are extremely well built and high quality. So you really can’t go wrong…
Just choose the one that has the size, weight, and profile that best works for your rifle and optic set up.
Let’s face it… Palmetto State Armory is coming out with some really exciting new guns…
And one of their most popular new designs is without a doubt the PSA Dagger…
Now if you’re not aware, the PSA Dagger is a VERY affordable Gen 3 Glock clone…
And that makes a very enticing pistol in the eyes of many…
But is it a quality pistol worth the low price tag…? Or have there been a lot of PSA Dagger problems reported…?
Well, in this article I’ll be answering that question for you by discussing my experience with a PSA Dagger that I bought…
In the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of what you get with the PSA Dagger, and you should have all the information you need to determine if it’s a worthwhile pistol for you or not…
Let’s begin!
PSA Dagger Problems? – Is It A Good Quality Pistol…?
There are not too many PSA Dagger problems that are reported because the guns are generally reliable and accurate even at their low price point. The rare problems that do seem to occur appear to be caused mostly by out-of-spec parts, and Palmetto State Armory’s customer service has a good reputation for taking care of the issues. Overall, the PSA Dagger has a solid reputation at this point, and my personal Dagger has been a great gun to shoot…
Below, I’ll give you more information about the PSA Dagger and I’ll also explain the things I’ve expereinced with my personal PSA Dagger Full Size S…
PSA Dagger Reliability…
Most people are reporting that their Dagger’s are very reliable, and even though my personal dagger has had a few hang ups, let me explain why I’m not worried about it…
For many years I’ve shot cheap reloaded ammunition. Malfunctions were rare in all of my guns, but recently I bought a batch from a company that I have never used before, and the stuff is absolutely terrible…
It’s caused malfunctions in my M&P9, my Sig P320, and even in my Glock 17 which has been one of my most reliable handguns…
So that same crappy, reloaded ammunition did cause some malfunctions in my PSA Dagger, but since I’ve been sticking to factory ammunition, I haven’t seen any problems pop up and the reliability has been solid.
PSA Dagger Accuracy…
The PSA dagger is basically a Gen 3 Glock clone, and the accuracy is similar to that that you get with a Glock…
That’s not a bad thing because most people can not out-shoot their Glocks, and it’s the same thing with the PSA Dagger…
In fact, my PSA Dagger (which has a red dot on it) has been extremely accurate. I’ve shot groups that turn into ragged 1 ½ inch holes on paper targets at 7 yards, and it wasn’t even difficult to do (even though I’m just an average shooter).
So the accuracy that you get with the Dagger is excellent, especially if you run an optic on it.
PSA Dagger Trigger…
Some people have a problem with the PSA Dagger’s trigger, but I actually like it and I’ll explain why…
It’s a hinged trigger that is similar to the trigger on an M&P, and I think most people would prefer a bladed trigger that is more similar to a Glock…
I own several M&Ps, and I’ve never had an issue with the articulating hinged triggers that come on them…
I’ve been able to shoot both fast and accurately with them, and it’s a similar experience when manipulating the trigger on the Dagger…
Also, sometimes after a long range session, the blade on a stock Glock trigger can start to get uncomfortable on my trigger finger because it digs in just a little bit…
But because the hinged trigger on the Dagger has a smooth face, you don’t run into that issue…
On top of that, the Dagger has a fairly light break right from the factory…
It’s a little lighter than the break on a stock Glock trigger (even a Gen 5), and I was pleasantly surprised by it the first time I dry fired my buddy’s Dagger…
Now, I usually polish my Glock triggers and replace the connectors (you can check out what I did to my Glock 17 here), So after that, they are better than the trigger on the PSA Dagger…
But right out of the box, I think the Dagger trigger is better, and I have no plans of changing the trigger on my personal Dagger because I think it’s actually pretty good, especially for a budget pistol.
PSA Dagger Frame…
Right now, there are two PSA Dagger frame sizes that you can get… the Compact and the Full Size S…
The Compact frame gives you the same size frame as a Glock 19, and the Full Size S is similar to a Glock 19X or Glock 45 frame…
My personal Dagger is the Full Size S because I like the full size grip for more control when shooting and because it takes 17 round magazines rather than the 15 round magazines that you get with the Compact frame…
That being said, both frames are very ergonomic and comfortable in your hand…
I think they’re more comfortable than a Glock (even though I love Glocks) because they give you a more natural grip angle and just seem to have a more natural shape that fits in your hand…
On top of that, the PSA Dagger stippling is very good…
I don’t know how they create it, but it’s a very grippy texture which helps you get a solid hold on the gun…
And at the same time, it’s not aggressive at all and doesn’t scratch or dig into your hands…
So I really like the frame design of the PSA Dagger because it’s ergonomic, comfortable, and still gives you a great grip on the gun.
PSA Dagger Slide…
There are a number of different slide options that you can get for the PSA dagger, but my two favorite options are the Extreme Carry Cut and the Compact X…
The Extreme Carry Cut gives you serrations in both the front and the rear of the slide, and it also doesn’t have any windows…
I’m not totally against windows in handgun slides, but generally I prefer not to have them because they make it easier for outside debris to get into the slide of your gun…
Aside from that, the length on the Extreme Carry Cut slide is compact, which means it’s the same length as the slide on a Glock 19…
Overall, it makes my Dagger very similar to my Glock 45, and I’ve been really happy with the recoil impulse from it (which is fairly soft)…
That being said, I also really like the new Compact X slide which gives you a longer slide that is more similar to the Glock 17 or the new Glock 47…
I haven’t had a chance to pick up one of these slides yet, but it’ll probably be my next purchase because I really like the idea of a full size frame and full size slide on a Dagger (I think it will end up shooting even smoother than my Full Size S)…
Last, some people have reported that they solved PSA Dagger slide problems (if you have any – I didn’t) with a little bit of break in and you can do this for free by just racking the slide of your Dagger over and over again a few hundred times.
PSA Dagger Sights/ Optics…
The sights that come on the non optic cut Dagger models are good. They are metal, which makes them better than the plastic sights that you get on a Glock, and I think they give you a solid sight picture…
That being said, I recommend that you get an Optic Ready Dagger, and you can get a Dagger slide that features an RMR cut or a Docter cut…
Out of the two, I would definitely go with an RMR cut because you’ll have a ton of better red dot options that are ready to mounted, and that’s exactly what my personal Dagger slide is cut for (an RMR).
Does The PSA Dagger Take Glock Mags…?
If you purchase a complete Dagger from PSA’s website, then your pistol will come with a Glock magazine made by Magpul…
These are good magazines, which will get you by when shooting at the range…
But I recommend getting Glock factory magazines if you ever intend to use your Dagger as a defensive gun…
My Glock factory magazines have worked flawlessly in my Dagger, and they’re better than the Magpul Glock magazines because they’re lined with metal rather than being all polymer…
Aside from that, if you go with the Compact Dagger frame, the Glock 15 round magazines will sit flush in your gun. You can still use Glock 17 magazines, but they will stick out the bottom of your gun’s grip a little bit…
On the other hand, if you go with the Full Size S frame then you’ll have to use Glock 17 round (or greater) magazines.
One of the cool things about the PSA Dagger is that you can buy a complete gun or buy a frame and a slide separately to ‘build’ your own gun…
That’s what I ended up doing. I ordered a Full Size S frame in Sniper Green, which I had sent to my FFL (because that’s legally the gun), and I ordered an FDE slide that was shipped straight to my home…
It all cost me well under $400 bucks, and I think it’s awesome that you can get a reliable, optic ready Glock clone for that amount of money…
On top of that, if you go with an iron sight only variant of the Dagger, you’ll be able to pick it up for less than $300, which is great.
PSA Dagger FAQS…
Is PSA Dagger as good as Glock 19?
Even though the PSA Dagger is a great pistol, I still believe the Glock 19 is a more reliable and better made pistol. Again, that doesn’t mean that the PSA Dagger is bad or isn’t the right gun for you because I love my PSA Dagger. But when I rack the slides on my Glocks, they’re smoother than my Dagger, and I trust their reliability more.
Will the PSA Dagger accept Glock parts?
Yes, almost all the parts on a PSA Dagger are compatible with Gen 3 Glock parts. There are a few small parts that are not interchangeable, but things like barrels, slides, frames, and sights are interchangeable along with most of the internal components. Some Glock holsters will work with the Dagger, but it’s better to get a dedicated PSA Dagger Holster.
Who builds the PSA Dagger?
The PSA Dagger is built by Palmetto State Armory or PSA for short. PSA is known for making affordable AR-15s, and they’re huge second amendment advocates (which I love!). They base many of their designs on customer feedback, and they really try to keep their products affordable so that the common man or woman can exercise their 2nd Amendment rights.
What triggers work with PSA dagger?
Most, if not all, Gen 3 Glock compatible triggers will work in the PSA Dagger. But as I mentioned earlier, I think the stock PSA Dagger trigger is pretty good, and doesn’t need to be upgraded.
What Glock is the PSA dagger equivalent to?
It depends on which variant of the PSA Dagger you’re referring to. The Compact frame and Compact Slide Dagger is the same size as a Glock 19. The Full Size S frame and the Compact slide is the same size as the Glock 19X and Glock 45. The Full Size S frame and the Compact X slide make it the same as a Glock 47 and similar to the size of a Glock 17.
Does the PSA dagger use Glock barrels? (What Barrel Is Compatible With The PSA Dagger?)
Yes, the PSA Dagger can use any barrel that is designed to work in a Gen 3 Glock. That being said, PSA has a wide selection of barrels that you can choose from including different colors and threaded and non threaded barrels.
Does the PSA dagger have the same grip angle as the Glock?
No. The Glock grip angle is more extreme and forces you to tilt your wrists more forward. The PSA Dagger grip angle is less extreme and allows you to shoot from a wrist angle that many people find to be more comfortable. Personally, I don’t mind either grip angle.
Will a Romeo zero fit a PSA dagger?
No, unless you use an adapter plate. Right now, the PSA Dagger can be had with an RMR optic cut or a Docter optic cut. The Romeo Zero features an RMSc footprint. All that being said, the new PSA Dagger Micro does feature an RMSc footprint and the Romeo Zero can be mounted on its slide.
What part of the PSA Dagger is serialized?
The serialized part of the PSA Dagger is the frame. This means if you purchase a Dagger frame from Palmetto State Armory’s website, it will have to be shipped to an FFL. That being said, if you purchase other parts for the Dagger (for example a slide and barrel) they can be shipped directly to your home (check your local laws as this might not apply in some states).
So to sum it all up, there are not a lot of problems with the PSA Dagger both in my experience and based on the reports of other shooters who’ve purchased them…
If you do run into a problem, PSA’s customer service is pretty helpful, and I think it’s likely that you’ll be taken care of…
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I’ve had a great time shooting my personal Dagger, and I love my setup with the Swampfox Kraken optic and budget light that I’ve been running on it…
I’ve found this Dagger set up to run very smoothly and to be very accurate and pleasant to shoot…
If you’re interested in the Dagger, I recommend trying one out. They don’t cost a lot of money, and right now, I believe they’re one of the best bangs for your buck in the affordable handgun market.
It’s built tough. It’s reliable. It’s accurate, and on top of all that, it’s VERY affordable!
All that being said, there are some areas where it’s a good idea to upgrade the Sport…
And let’s face it, the Sport is a great gun, but the cheap plastic handguard is one of the areas where Smith & Wesson decided to shave a little bit of the cost…
Honestly, I think that’s good thing because it gives you an opportunity to upgrade your handguard, and one of the most popular options is to upgrade to a quad rail…
The only question is… What are the best M&P 15 Sport Quad Rails…?
That’s a great question, and I’m going to answer it today by giving you my list of the Top 5 best quad rails for the M&P 15 Sport…
By the end, you’ll have a solid understanding of which quad rails will work well with your M&P 15 Sport…
And you should be able to determine which is going to work best for you…
Let’s get started!
Best M&P 15 Sport Quad Rails – Top 5 List…
The best M&P 15 Sport quad rail is the Carbine Length Daniel Defense Omega Rail. It’s the best because it’s easy to install and extremely strong and durable. It’s also fairly lightweight for a quad rail, and the slim profile makes it very ergonomic and comfortable in your hand…
Below I’ll give you more detail explaining why I think the DD Omega Rail is the best rail for the M&P 15 Sport 2…
And I’ll also share with you 4 other options that will be a great fit as well.
The Daniel Defense Omega Handguard is a carbine-length, free-float, quad rail system that you can easily install without additional tools or modifications to your AR 15…
Installing the rail takes only a few minutes and can be done with the Allen key wrench that comes with it. On top of that, this rail has integrated swivel mounts with rotation limiters for your QD sling and a continuous top rail…
The Omega Quad Rail is also super durable and strong. It’s CNC machined from aircraft-grade aluminum, anodized with a type 3 hard coat, and designed to work with the gas system of the carbine length AR15 which means it will fit perfectly on the M&P 15 Sport…
In addition, the fasteners are all constructed according to military specifications, and these rails are exceptionally lightweight in comparison to other quad rails…
Last, the DD Omega Quad Rail has a fairly narrow vertical profile and that makes it extremely ergonomic and comfortable in your hand instead of being fat and bulky like some other quad rails…
So all in all, the Daniel Defense Omega Rail (Carbine Length) is the best quad rail on the market because it’s extremely strong, lightweight, easy to install, and comfortable in your hand. On top of all that, it will fit your M&P Sport like a glove.
Inner Diameter Of Rail (Inches):
Compatible Gun Models:
Manufacturer Warranty:
Quad Rail Weight (Ounces)
1.08
All AR-15 Carbine-Length Rifles
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
7.60
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The Midwest Industries MCTAR- 17 Gen 2 Two-Piece Handguard is a carbine-length quad rail system that will work perfectly with the M&P 15…
Like the Daniel Defense Omega rail, it’s a lightweight system machined from hard coat anodized 6061 aluminum and compatible with round hand guard caps and most direct impingement (DI) gas systems (like on the Sport)…
In addition to all that, the Midwest Industries quad rail is both lightweight and incredibly quick and easy to install, and it also has four QD sockets for push button swivels (for easily mounting slings) and a continuous monolithic top rail to match up with your rifle’s upper receiver…
The design is also very durable and can withstand the recoil of your M&P 15 in any situation that may arise in the field, from hunting to competition shooting…
Last, the Midwest Industries quad rail is a drop-in install rail, which can be finished in a matter of minutes and requires no special tools, and once it is mounted, it gives you a very ergonomic place to keep your hand which will allow you to fire shots from your M&P 15 Sport very comfortably.
Inner Diameter Of Rail (Inches):
Compatible Gun Models:
Manufacturer Warranty:
Quad Rail Weight (Ounces)
1.30
Most AR-15/M16 Rifles With Round Handguard Caps
Lifetime Warranty
7.50
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The Troy Modular Rail Forend Handguard is a non-free floating, carbine-length quad rail that you can conveniently install in under two minutes onto your M&P 15 Sport with the drop-in mounting design…
This quad rail can replace all carbine length M4 and M16 plastic handguards, and it’s machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and hard coat anodized according to military standards. In addition to the durability that you get, this quad rail is solid and gives you plenty of room to mount accessories like weapon lights, lasers, and vertical fore grips…
These quad rails also look great on an M&P 15 and can hold several accessories that you can easily install with numbered cross slots on all four sides of the quad rail…
On top of all that, the Troy Quad rail can conveniently take 360-degree push button (QD) swivels which will allow you to rapidly detach and attach your sling of choice, and like I mentioned earlier, the Troy Modular quad rail is exceptionally lightweight so it’s not going to weigh down your rifle and make it heavy and bulky the way some quad rails do.
Inner Diameter Of Rail (Inches):
Compatible Gun Models:
Manufacturer Warranty:
Quad Rail Weight (Ounces)
1.39
All AR- 15/M4/M16 Rifles
Lifetime Warranty
9.76
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The Monstrum Tactical Extended handguard is a drop-in quad rail that provides a high-quality, lightweight, and cost-effective replacement for the plastic hanguards that come on the M&P 15 Sport…
This quad rail is quick and easy to install, and the FSP (front sight post) cutout allows you to mount this extended length rail without having to remove the front sight post that comes on the M&P 15 Sport…
And because you have so much rail space, you can easily mount weapon lights, lasers, and vertical foregrips onto your Sport to really get the most out of your rifle…
On top of that, these quad rails are 6061 Aircraft Grade Aluminum which means you’re getting a high quality and durable handguard, and they come in at a very reasonable price which is not always the case for with high quality quad rails…
Now you do want to be aware that the Monstrum Tactical Extended quad rails is not compatible with every AR-15 (for example it’s incompatible with Ruger AR-556 model rifles). But because the M&P 15 sport has a carbine length gas system and uses a standard delta ring, you’ll be able to easily mount it onto your Sport without any fitment issues…
Last, the Monstrum Tactical Extended Quad Rail does come in black and FDE which is cool especially for a more budget rail option. And I really like the FDE option because, adding a little bit of Tan or FDE can really set your rifle apart and keep your handguard a little more cool in the summer sun.
Inner Diameter Of Rail (Inches):
Compatible Gun Models:
Manufacturer Warranty:
Quad Rail Weight (Ounces)
1.38
All AR-15 Rifles with delta ring and front end cap installed
Lifetime Warranty
18.00
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Ok, so the last handguard on my list is actually not a quad rail, but I think it’s a really great option for the M&P 15 Sport that comes in at a really great price. It’s the Monstrum Tactical Drop In M-LOK handguard, and it’s very similar to the Monstrum extended Drop In Quad Rail except it’s more lightweight because of the M-LOK system…
To begin, this handguard is a carbine-length M-LOK handguard that is very easy to install with the drop-in system, screws, and no additional gunsmithing…
It typically takes less than 15 minutes to install, and the process does not require any special tools. On top of that, this extended handguard has a cut out for your M&P 15 Sport’s front sight post, so there is no need to remove your FSP when you install it…
Although this handguard is not a quad rail, it includes two M-LOK to Picatinny rails that you can install on the various M-LOK slots that run all along the rail, and that will allow you to mount weapon lights, lasers, vertical grips and other accessories wherever you’d like to…
In addition to that, the Monstrum Tactical handguard adds a really cool and modern look to your M&P 15 and it’s a really comfortable handguard to shoot with as well. Furthermore, these Monstrum handguards are exceptionally lightweight and durable for pretty much any type of use you need to put them through…
Last, the Monstrum Tactical drop-in M-LOK handguard is available in either Black or Flat Dark Earth colors. And like I said before, I really like that Monstrum offers an FDE option because adding parts of FDE to your gun adds character (in my opinion), and it also helps keep your handguard cooler when your gun is sitting in the summer sun.
Inner Diameter Of Rail (Inches):
Compatible Gun Models:
Manufacturer Warranty:
Quad Rail Weight (Ounces)
1.70
All AR-15 Rifles with delta ring and front end cap installed
One-Year Warranty
12.00
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My ‘Gucci’ Glock 17 is currently my favorite handgun… I love the way it shoots, I love the way it looks, and I just love everything I’ve done to it…
Below I’ll give you a full breakdown of everything I’ve done with it, and I’ll leave links to make it easy on you if you see anything that you’d like to do for your own gun…
The base of this gun is a Gen 4 Glock 17. You can use a Gen 4 Glock 17, a Gen 3 Glock 17, or even a Gen 5 Glock 17, as long as it’s an early slide with no front serrations…
If you have a Glock with front slide serrations, you can’t get the slide work package (which I’ll discuss in a minute) that I’ve done on mine. So your Glock needs to have a slide with no front serrations.
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The slide work package that I had done on my Glock 17 is the ‘Valkyrie’ package and it’s done by Boogeyman Customs…
The slide milling is top notch, and in my opinion, it’s actually priced fairly reasonably considering the quality of the work…
As I mentioned before, to get the ‘Valkyrie’ cut, you do need to have a slide with no front slide serrations…
That said, if you do have a Gen 5 Glock 17 with front slide serrations, and you like this cut, you can go with the ‘X Carry’ cut which you can see on my Glock 45 here…
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I chose the new Holosun EPS to be my optic for this gun, and asked Boogeyman Customs if they could mill the slide for the footprint of the EPS (which they said they could do)…
I’m happy to report that it fits perfectly on the slide, and is very secure…
I chose the Holosun EPS because I wanted a to try out a fully enclosed pistol optic, and I’ve been very happy with Holosun’s red dot’s in the past…
So far, I love the Holosun EPS and consider it my favorite pistol optic because it’s durable, has a great field of view, and is loaded with useful features…
I chose the model with a 2 MOA dot reticle and without a solar panel on top (which saved me a little bit of money)…
The 2 MOA dot is my preferred dot size for a handgun optic because its easy for my eye to pick up, and at the same time, it allows you to aim very precisely at small targets or targets at distance.
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Because the Holosun EPS sits so low on the slide, I chose to go with Ameriglo sights that are just slightly taller than stock Glock sights…
The front sight is .240″ and all blacked out (which is what I want when I’m running an optic), and the rear sight is .335″ (again, all black)…
They give me a lower 1/3 co witness through the optic, which is perfect for me because I don’t want my back up sights taking up too much area in the sight window…
I highly recommend these sights to go with the Holosun EPS because, again, the EPS sits very low on your Glock’s slide.
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Right now, I’m running a Streamlight TLR-1 on my Glock 17. I may upgrade this light to a TLR-1 HL in the future for a few more lumens, but I haven’t decided yet…
I have the TLR-1 and the TLR-1 HL, and I like both of them.
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Aside from polishing the stock Glock internals, the only part that I’ve changed out is the connector…
I replaced the stock connector with a Zev Pro Connector, and of all the aftermarket connectors that I’ve tried, I like the Zev Pro the best…
It lightens up your Glock’s trigger pull significantly, and because you’re not messing with any reduced weight springs, it’s still a 100 percent reliable (which is a must for me)…
This is an affordable and simple upgrade that I recommend for any Glock you have.
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