AAC Sabre Black Tip Ballistic Tipped 5.56 Gel Test & Review 🇺🇸

[@M0onM0nkey]

So much unwarranted hate for PSA..I thank them for helping bring the ammo market somewhat back under control..also love my AKV. Keep it up PSA!!

[@stevem4783]

Tactitards love to spend excess money on shit they don't need and brag about it on the internet, so it makes sense they hate on PSA, which produces good stuff at reasonable prices.

[@wilhathaway1987]

⁠​⁠@@BasedPatriot-USAlemons happen dude, even with the best brands. I have seen brand new Geissele and BCM rifles have issues right out the box. It’s sucks that it happened but it’s not something that just PSA deals with

[@mylesharvey6488]

My hate on PSA is the do not ship to my FFL. They tell me my address cannot own the guns I own due to it's proximity to Denver. Even though I live in Lakewood the proximity offends their compliance officer.

[@wompy-ru]

They are cheap for a reason, gotta cut corners somewhere, never going to be duty grade to me, too many simple QC mistakes that never should've made it past but they still do, as for longevity most people shoot 100 rds maybe a year and claim is the best shit ever or "just as good", that's for their in house produced guns, they still have some of the best deals around on ammo,mags,optics,etc., they've taken plenty of my money lol

[@adamgriffin]

Worst customer service I have experienced in ANY industry. That's why

[@bass779]

I really hope AAC is an enormous commercial success for PSA

[@Deltasworm]

The amount of money I’m spending with them They are

[@CarlosSalas1111]

It’s up to us! I for one buy ONLY AAC ammo, and that’s for all calibers I need.

[@SPECIESUNKN0WN]

I bought 5 different AAC loads (77 TMK, 77 Sierra OTM, 75 Saber, 77 OTM, and 69 OTM) and took them out with my DDM4V7 Pro. Shot a box of each with 5 round groups. 1.5” was the worst group of the day. The 77 Sierra TMK and 77 OTM both shot under 1” with all 4 groups (5 rounds). Solid ammo, and a great price point.

[@warrenharrison9490]

Target distance?

[@SPECIESUNKN0WN]

@@warrenharrison9490 Definitely should have included that - 101 yards per my range finder.

[@Cyberrat629]

Did you chrono them? It may have been their earliest batches but some of the 77 OTM were extremely hot and some of thr powders on pulled rounds appeared to be tacky and may even have been a mix of different powders. Im hoping that they have found “their mixture” over the past year and the new batches because if it’s good, these prices can’t be beat for good ammunition.

[@SPECIESUNKN0WN]

@@Cyberrat629 I waited until recently to do this for just those reasons. My chrono is old and has seen better days so I didn’t bother. Judging by the consistency of .75” groups on the Sierra TMK and Sierra OTM’s I’d say it was fairly consistent. The non-Sierra OTM’s hit about 1” every time and the 69’s were 1.25 - 1.5”. The 75 Sabre shot .9 - 1.3”. Granted this is a relatively small sample size, but it seems like the have a solid mix of consistency and price.

[@brianfischer5609]

I bought a couple hundred of the 77gr OTM (not Sierra MK) and have been wondering how they were, so thank you. I can't wait to try it out!

[@Will-zp8wd]

I’m really happy with my 62gr black tips. Cheap enough for range ammo while now stockpiling defensive ammo. It’s a win win

[@GTFBITK]

Next year the ammo is going to be hard to find again.

[@joeyphillips1181]

Oh yeah, gotta love PSA.. there 115 grain XTP's are the best budget hollow points on the market in 9mm and the black tip stuff isn't bad either.. there 45 ACP & 357 MAG XTP's are really great budget options for defense also

[@88musrat]

​@danielw3076 why?

[@GTFBITK]

@@88musrat elections.

[@contractor556]

My thoughts , I’ll have to see how they do for 10 otw

[@Bond.JamesBond00]

What a gentleman and a scholar. I wish the rest of the country followed your channel here on YT.

[@Mrgunsngear]

Ditto

[@no_step_on_snek9796]

PSA is killing it. Hopefully they tool up for 7.62x39 and 5.45 soon.

[@bmrz38]

🤞🏻

[@stevem4783]

I think that'd be a logical move for them given their AK production.

[@PepeDeezNutz]

7.62 is def in the pipeline along with .308

[@no_step_on_snek9796]

@@stevem4783 100% agree

[@no_step_on_snek9796]

@@PepeDeezNutz I definitely hope they tool up for 3-0-hate I'm tired of looking for anything close to $1 per round as a "deal"

[@averageusercommenter199]

Would LOVE to see a video comparing ALL of AAC's 5.56 options side by side in the same video.

[@Miamijunglist]

I just did my own comparison of about 8 of them. Should have taken video.

[@DaveL9170]

PSA Sabre 62 grain in my 14.5 Sabre Billet AR for the win. Dropped a hog yesterday with authority. She went down HARD!!

[@pete4633]

I drilled a sow with a 30/30 soft point I think it was a 150 grain blew her whole left front leg off at the high shoulder. She ran about 3/4 of a mile in the thick florida palmetto swamps before I caught up to her and made a humane shot. The fist sized hole and the dangling leg shows how tough wild hogs are. For a 62 grain to drop one on the spot is a great sign. Here in the thick brush of the florida palmettos my 30/30 has always served me well with hogs. I’m tempted to take my 20 inch HBAR Colt and some of these next time out

[@wbryan03]

Have you killed a couple with this round or just the one?

[@alquinn3562]

I was hoping to see results on game from the field. I know 223 is deemed light but accuracy and projectile construction are even more important than caliber on thin skinned game like deer. Glad to see the hogs don’t like it. 👍

[@Bitter_Blueberry]

​@@pete4633it does not sound like the 30-30 is great for hogs at all based on your experience. Unless you like a hike😂

[@DIXONSIDER00]

@@pete4633shot placement is everything. I cannot preach that enough.

[@ReubenOaks84]

The AAC ammo offerings I've tried thus far have been reliable and accurate. With their pricing, it makes it easier to stock up on what is normally higher priced specialty rounds, like their 5.56 77gr OTM, 75gr BTHP and the SABRE options which I prefer the 75gr load. Also they have some really nice affordable 300blk options. I wish AAC would offer a 5.56 75gr Interlock round like the Hornady Black SBR Interlock, thats my go-to defensive round.

[@barrypayne421]

75 and 77gr out of a 20" 1in 8 twist is beyond nasty. and VERY accurate

[@benjaminnevins5211]

I'm glad that we have a new manufacturer of ammo. Half the time they have free shipping.

[@regularguyprepper]

I have seen a similar test but the gel was more clear so it was easier to see, and the 75gr had a nasty fragmenting wound cavity that would do significant damage to whatever it hits. Considering this ammo is just marginally more than FMJ it's a no brainer. Might be some of the best performance for the value available.

[@syn4057]

Watched this as a base for .300blk in the same bullet. I’ve found that AAC ammo is pretty accurate for box ammo. I have the varmint tipped in .300blk. It shoots great and at $.60 a round, it’s a fantastic price for .300blk.

[@loarmistead]

Glad to have a US manufacturer that isn't planning on selling out to foreign interests for the foreseeable future. I've been running almost exclusively AAC 5.56 55gr through my ARs for practice and training and it has performed reliably.

[@kalanipitmon7817]

I've seen too many reports of aac specifically the 55gr, giving baffle strikes

[@midwestbd7144]

It would be nice to see an accuracy test from all their offerings. I’m very impressed with the 77g OTM. By far the cheapest accurate ammo out there

[@rivercityracer3683]

I did a Criterion Core 13.9" build recently with a headspaced BCM BCG. I put a 1-6 LPVO on it for some brief accuracy testing & tried most of the AAC 5.56 ammo along with a few other affordable loads. Consistently got 1 MOA - 0.75 MOA using AAC 69gr hollowpoint boat tail. It wasn't the AAC Sierra Matchking load either, just AAC's own projectile I guess? I Haven't tried their SMK version. 75gr sabre black tip also shot roughly MOA, just a bit over most of the time.

[@Moto_Mo13]

Please do the 300 Blackout Sabre blades too! Love the content you put out

[@toddwatts3768]

I would love to see you do these tests with a 10.3 or 11.5”, since many use those barrel lengths for home defense..

[@RealistInMyGeneration]

Facts

[@mattfleming86]

Honestly 12.5" out of the 62 isin't bad at all! Especially if you have an optic that's set up for m855. Would be a good general purpose "farm" cartridge. Good for the usual stuff and could probably work good enough in a SD scenario. And that 75 is intriguing. I'd love to see when people start shooting it for groups.

[@DirtyDan1]

It would be more than adequate for self-defense. Consider this, the 22 long rifle has killed more people than any other bullet. And it only penetrates 3in into ballistic gel.

[@mattfleming86]

@@DirtyDan1 No.. 22lr can penetrate into the FBI protocol with many loads, especially with handguns. Even some of the "short" ones will be 8 inches. Not including segmented bullets and the like.

[@ecleveland1]

@@DirtyDan1I’m not sure if I can believe that. The 7.62/ 30 caliber has been used by military forces since the late nineteenth century and is still used today. The 22lr is a rifle cartridge. I’m going to dig into it but handgun calibers should be 32, 38, 9mm, and yes the 22lr is going to be that list as well. But I can’t see it being the most used. The 22 caliber in handguns has generally been reserved to small easily concealed last resort guns not the primary weapon.

[@427SuperSnake1]

I really appreciate AAC bringing affordable defense ammo to a market saturated in overpriced defensive ammo! Cannot wait to see this load in 308..

[@mmorin92]

Should hopefully be released soon, the listing is now on their site now

[@427SuperSnake1]

@@mmorin92 I think it already got listed and sold out just as fast. I saw it a couple days ago and all AAC 308 was out of stock.

[@mmorin92]

@@427SuperSnake1 they will list that before they ever go for sale. They just dropped the 150 grain fmj hopefully the rest come soon

[@Fyoutube444]

​@@mmorin92no it literally keeps selling out. I had a friend in a different state tell me he was able to order some today and then within hours it was sold out.

[@mmorin92]

@@Fyoutube444 that's the fmj. I managed to snag a couple of boxes. Hopefully they ramp up production so it doesn't keep going out of stock so quickly. But at this time I haven't seen or heard them releasing the sabre black tip ammo in 308, just the placeholder page

[@dvanblaricom]

Had to watch this here and on Mug Club. Keep up the good work.

[@thegoodguy729]

For whatever reason, the 69 gr. OTM from AAC is a tack driver for me. Barely sub-MOA, which was amazing. Same rifle hated the 75 gr. Sabre. 2.6” four-shot groups. Just shows you have to find the ammo that works best for you.

[@mrshort2379]

Awesome thanks for content, I have been wanting to see some ballistic testing of those before I purchased some of them. I just wish you would have used a bit cleaner or clearer ballistic gel, so we could have seen the permanent wound cavity better!

[@Mrgunsngear]

noted; gel costs about 40x what this video will ever make though.

[@warrenharrison9490]

@@Mrgunsngear any luck filtering it after melting it down for remolding?

[@PepeDeezNutz]

@@Mrgunsngearmakes sense. Thanks for all your hard work!

[@mindyourbusiness4101]

He will gladly accept your donation for new gel.

[@renegadearms]

For the price of think their ammo is good, it’s hard to beat for the price. a similar round I like that is around the same category is the Hornady black 75gr BTHP but they are double the price almost.

[@thatoneguy454c]

That 55 grain would be good out of a short barrel for up close and personal, the 62 and 75 would be fantastic out of a 16 inch barrel if you want to dump every ftlb into the intended target. Fragmentation is the reason 5.56 NATO is such an effective round. Reliable fragmentation is a great thing.

[@matthewconnor5483]

AAC ammo has been good so far even in their blue box stuff.

[@jbarres80]

Have not shot any yet but Love the fact AAC is for civilian market and the price point is solid

[@resipsaloquitur1775]

Seems like great rounds for home defense. Monster wound tracks, no over penetration, bullet frag / cavitation.... also less expensive than stuff like Underwood w/ Controlled Chaos bullets.

[@guardianminifarm8005]

Many thanks. All very usable IMO. The 75 would be my choice. Good offering especially for money.

[@fthirtyfivemr]

Fantastic round, can’t wait for them to go out of stock now 😂

[@Indica_Cobra]

That flash in the gel from the 75 grain. Damn

[@pete4633]

You and tools have done great reviews on this AAC black tip 556. Thank you Now get AAC to make some 545/39!!

[@Mrgunsngear]

😎

[@LeonSteelpaw]

I suspect they will, SOMEONE has to fill in for the lack of imports (once they fully stop)

[@bmrz38]

🤞🏻

[@DustinS.]

Word has been that it is slow going getting the proper machines imported, set up, and producing the ammo. Considering all the firearms PSA makes, they have ammo for just about all calibers they make. Exceptions being the x39's and 308. 9mm, 40S&W, 10mm, 380Acp, .45 acp, 357 mag, 300blk, 5.56, 5.7x28 These are all calibers I've held in my hands made by AAC (which PSA owns).

[@demolitionkid2]

Food for thought. If the chronograph malfunctioned ,it may have been due to occular fogging. If the device was inside your house and then came outside, it essentially formed condensation on the lens. Always keep silica packs with your electronics and warm them up slowly, or at least so you know, it's not going to happen again. You could set it on your truck dash and us defrost to bring it up in a controlled environment. It also could have been direct sunlight or hazing from the heat. However, I believe it could've been the 1st thing I mentioned.

[@austin0351]

Any chance we'll see the different 300blackout loads from AAC get tested soon?

[@jaeharris9960]

I second this

[@cyotedude]

This is the video I was looking for, testing the blAACk tip (

[@glennlavallee2291]

The fact I’ve been trying to find videos on this ammo and you come out with a video is funny.

[@1945tigers]

Buffman range reviewed it also.

[@darienk3998]

Would love to see accuracy testing as well. Ballistics is great but if it’s 5moa it doesn’t do much good haha. Thanks for braving the heat for the content 🤘🏼

[@wbryan03]

Thank you for doing this test! A lot of people have been waiting for more info on these and PSAs website doesn’t provide much. I wonder how these would do for hog hunting as well as defense.

[@Scott.Hughes]

I would love to know your opinion of choice between this AAC 75 grain "black tip" and the IMI 77 grain out of a 16" barrel.

[@musicman1eanda]

I would choose these for self defense or hunting any day over an OTM bullet. These bullets are actually designed to expand. OTM bullets really should only be for competitions and training.

[@Scott.Hughes]

@@musicman1eanda Ummmmm. OK.

[@tacratt6091]

@@Scott.Hughes😂

[@BroScience710]

I just saw garand thumb burn out a psa barrel with full auto and suppresor. Lasted 7k and he said not battle ready, is what I'd want no. But if you manage to survive that high of a round count, I'm sure you can get another upper lol. Not only that a bcm will last you what 10k. Especially if you run .223 and don't push your gear to its max constant

[@brianwithrow6890]

I think at home defense distances, all three would would do the job

[@DerWaidmann_]

Thank you so much for posting this. For me it's between this and Black Hills TSX, I'd prefer the 62 grain TSX if there was enough gel data for it.

[@DasGoodSoup]

I have a 55gr tsx for 223 20" barrel do stuff

[@charlesmullins3238]

Have the 180ttsx for my dd5v3 but havnt landed 1 on meat yet

[@tsim4139]

Thanks for the review I just bought 200 rounds of the black tips.

[@mghegotagun]

​I've been wondering if this is the sort of projectile people say has a lower risk of colaterral damage through walls in the event of a miss.

[@mghegotagun]

@@BasedPatriot-USA because of every bullet having a lawyer attached

[@IcyReaper]

I really like the way you do reviews. How about comparing the standard aR15 load offering from AAC the 55 and 62 grns. Does the plain blue box compare with the black tip sabre in accuracy and consistency. Not many folks are familiar with them.

[@usmc24thmeu36]

I bought 5.56, 77gr AAC for only .55 a round. And 150gr 300blk out for .58 a round you can't beat that.

[@joshg4123]

I’d love to see a gel test of the 300BLK 125 grain Sabre Black Tips

[@rdsii64]

I just bought 10 boxes of the 75 grain black tip for 10.99 a box (20 rounds per). Next payday I'm grabbing some of the 62 grain black tip. I'm normally a hand loader but at these prices it isn't worth my time to pull that handle. My 20 inch AR is standing by for opening day of deer season next month. Now if we can just get some 175 grain black tip 308. PSA that was a hint(chuckle)

[@youravc12351]

Being new to understanding ballistic what is a good recommended place to find good ‘easier to understand / follow info on this subject. Especially taking into consideration of the grain vs. barrel size over different distance. Thank you.

[@christinepearson5788]

Very interested, but couldn't see anything useful in the darkened block. Affordable expanding bullets for 5.56 is something we need.

[@kylespirk306]

No shit. No point in doing the gel tests with recycled gel. It’s donated ammo so reinvest some of the channels revenue into new gel. It’s a write off for christs sake.

[@sheldoniusRex]

That 55 grain would be fine for coyotes but I'd stick to the heavier loads for social work.

[@CarlPapa88]

"Social Work", I like that.

[@johnspartan3405]

Picked up a bunch without thinking twice. Currently sitting here loading mags with today's order.

[@jamesgravel7755]

That’s makes sense. I thought these were a different type of round. Glad I watched.

[@dancarter7009]

Awesome as always, keep up the great work brother! 🤙🏻

[@chrisevans6353]

Been looking for some feedback on D ammo. Thanks man

[@russellridge8623]

You better Mug Club up some decent blocks. Those look like inside of one of my smokers. Or one of those hotel rooms they’re putting illegal s in 😂😂

[@stompinmcallister1312]

I used some 60gr nosler varmageddon reloading once and was surprised at the explosive properties of those rounds . And I can tell you they are explosive. Not literally but you hit something soft try it a fine out what I mean if you are a reloader.

[@joemarvin5170]

That's been my experience also with Nosler Varmageddon. I've shot some varmints with their 300 Black Out. "Explosive" is exactly how I would describe it.

[@tjs2909]

Great video as always! Thanks for sharing! Keep up this great work! Silly question, who makes your floppy range hat?

[@JG-gw5cc]

I have been using the frontier 5.56 75 bthp, for my 10.5….. I may try this.

[@EarthAltar]

I love the Frontier 68gr BTHP out of my 16". Sub MOA all day. Was looking at these to try for comparison.

[@BlackTongue.]

Try "Hornady BLACK SBR" for that 10.5 of yours.

[@brookford1206]

There's some rumors that AAC ammo is having problems with blowing up cans.

[@Reptar556]

I was at the range when someone had jacket separation with AAC 55 grain. It didn't "destroy" the can, but it did look like a baffle strike and was able to shake pieces of jacket out of it. I've never heard of anything bad from their heavier grain 5.56, but it does make me hesitant to buy any. Edit: The 55 grain wasn't out of the Sabre line. Just the standard AAC.

[@comiketiger]

Great job brother! God bless all here.

[@jacobhanneken6988]

Could we see a review of PSA's Sabre rifle? Would be cool to see.

[@MrRhsmike189]

Love theses videos thank you. Next up 200 yard ballistic gel testing with a 16" barrel please sir.

[@AllAboutSurvival]

Keep up the fantastic work, and I can't wait to see more reviews like this in the future! 🙌🔫🎯

[@benjaminhuberty5888]

Defensive round for hunting.... Would be a fun episode to dive into. A HP for deer vs a HP for defense... Why one over the other.

[@Bigfootsbigtoe]

These fuckers do a number on deer and pigs

[@mtnbound2764]

ive been waiting for some sort of review on this stuff! im thinking im gonna go with some of the 62 gr once its back in stock. seems like the best option as it will work across a range of twist rates and barrel lengths

[@NandoFojo]

*lives in an apartment in Baltimore* This video read made for me! Been keeping an eye on these rounds and I'm glad you made the video. I'm going shopping!

[@Gator69420]

Their 7.62 are hornady SST rounds and are amazing

[@trentmckenzie343]

I’m interested to see the performance at distance. I’m looking for a decent hunting round, these constantly go on sale but I can’t figure out what they really are other than “black tip”

[@Goldenwithaleash]

I’ve been curious about that 77gr Sabre. I tried the AAC 77gr OTM and it’s great ammo. Not as good as actual Black Hills 77gr OTM but for the price, you can’t beat it. It’s replaced the IMI 77gr OTM as my “go to” ammo for accuracy.

[@jammbbs1688]

Been loving the aac ammo

[@ColeDedhand]

I'm really glad to have these new ammo options.

[@sirajjordan2847]

I love this ammo in 6.5 if you're having a good day at the range I would say this is pretty accurate Go figure 2750 please keep buying Match ammo

[@MannElite]

Do the 110gr 300 BO from 10.5" upper!

[@tylerk158]

I e been waiting for this video from you for a while now

[@johnparker9139]

Can you do the 300 blkout rounds next? 110,125, 150

[@Miohunter444]

Yes!!!

[@toddwatts3768]

Please do a Gel test on the. AAC 75gr Sabre out of a short barrel. 10.3, 10.5 etc… The trend is to use shorter barrels for HD. Also, it would be nice to see if the bullet fragments or expands at those lower velocities.

[@carlgressel574]

I think this brand woild be a great match for an 11.5" rifle but I am not sure which grain weight I would pick

[@jbflyinglow]

Another great video, Mike

[@ToolsandTargets]

Jelly Time! 😎👊

[@My12521252]

Awesome!!!!! Can't wait for more

[@wxexw]

Been looking for this. Thanks.

[@justa3v619]

I bought 200rds of the 62gn last week went to order more and they are out of stock. So I ordered the 75’s which I kinda like them better anyways

[@justa3v619]

Bout to load up on the 75bthp they have too.

[@JRShirley]

Good video, well presented, thoughtful.

[@67_PowerStroke]

How do you think these perform out of a 11.5" ? Which would you choose? , 62, or 75 gr ?

[@At_the_Bottom]

Its great to see/hear Mike shouting out and promoting Mug Club. Its even better to hear him say "PISS OFF You Tube"! Oh, and the 62gr AAC black tip is great too! 🌈🌈🦄🦄🏹🗡🛡🇺🇸

[@Mrgunsngear]

🇺🇸

[@BuffRANGE]

Thank you Mike!

[@CrazyLegHeg]

I finally make a Premier, sweet!

[@jd21k55]

Yeah me too

[@nospam3409]

I've been wondering about the Sabre ammo. Thanks for the review!

[@Mrgunsngear]

You're welcome 👍🏽

[@toddwatts3768]

would you consider doing this test for a 10-12” barrel? many people don’t use a 16” barrel for home defense and it would be interesting to see the results from a shorter barrel.

[@walkerburt8814]

I have tons of popped primers out of the 77 grain OTM in several rifles. But I think they changed the primers at some point. No issues so far with the Sabre black tip ammo.

[@Mrgunsngear]

thanks for the report

[@BroScience710]

Great 62gr bonded load is federal fusion msr. Wish there was more bonded rounds, I prefer that way over green tip

[@killacamfoo]

Too many QC issues with AAC to make me confident in these. Maybe in a year as they get things sorted out. I don't see the point in these vs. a V-MAX.

[@bmrz38]

Cool story bro 👍🏼.

[@rickh9396]

In case anyone is interested, Tools & Targets chronographed (from a 16" barrel) the 75 gr at 2701 (1 fps more than advertised), 62 gr at 2927 (-3% vs box), and the 55 gr at 3072 (-3% vs box). I think the 75 gr is the clear winner thanks to its greater ft-lb of energy and penetration.

[@nealgold8442]

Great video and very informative

[@jng1226]

Mike, you have to get a LabRadar ballistic Doppler chronograph. No more chronograph issues with those. Surprised you dont have one already actually.

[@Kilo_444]

Man psa is killing it

[@gullahgeechee2699]

I’m just waiting for PSA near me to have this & 300BO black tip in stores.I’m stockpiling 😎🤙🏾💯

[@Mrgunsngear]

🇺🇸

[@ryanmartie1244]

I'll never pay a fee to watch videos, but hope it works out for you. Clear Blaistics....please send this man some new blocks.

[@Mounty621]

He’s not just a “good” Sheriff. He’s a great Sheriff. He called out Newsance, legislators, and prosecutors for the death of his officers at the annual Police Officers Memorial Week speech and has consistently called them out in public.