PSA Monday Deals: Revolvers, AR Builds, and Optics — March 16, 2026
Palmetto State Armory dropped a loaded Monday lineup across both their morning and afternoon deal lists. Strong prices on Colt revolvers, complete AR builds under $500, Vortex optics at budget-friendly numbers, and Winchester ammo that's competitive in today's market. If you've been holding out on a project or hunting for a carry piece, here's what deserves your attention.
Handguns
Colt King Cobra 4.25" .357 Mag Revolver, Stainless — $649.99 After Rebate
A proper full-size revolver from Colt at a price usually reserved for lesser names. The King Cobra runs .357 Mag and .38 Special, with a 4.25-inch barrel and stainless finish. Reliable action, solid build, and a nameplate that holds its value.
Best for: Shooters who want a quality .357 revolver for range use or home defense.
Colt Python 6" .357 Mag Revolver, Stainless — $1,199.99 After Rebate
The Python needs no introduction. This 6-inch model is the iconic wheelgun that collectors and shooters both gravitate toward. At $1,199.99 after rebate, it's a respectable entry point for a revolver that routinely commands more on the secondary market.
Best for: Collectors and revolver enthusiasts who want the best .357 available.
Springfield Echelon 9mm Threaded Barrel, Black — $579.99
Springfield's Echelon platform with a factory threaded barrel and 20-round capacity. Optics-ready out of the box with a 5.28-inch barrel. Ready for a suppressor or compensator straight from the factory.
Best for: Shooters who want a suppressor-ready 9mm with modern features.
Beretta 92X PCO 9mm, Gray Nistan — $799.99 After Rebate
Beretta's performance-oriented 92X variant with the PCO treatment. Gray Nistan finish, 15-round capacity, and that classic Beretta 92 ergonomics refined for accuracy work.
Best for: Beretta fans and competitive shooters who want a refined 92-platform pistol.
Masterpiece Arms Defender 9mm, 5.5" — $399.99
The MPA Defender is a top-cocking 9mm pistol with a threaded barrel. Compact, affordable, and a unique platform for range work or a conversation-starting nightstand gun.
Best for: Budget-minded shooters looking for something different in a 9mm pistol.
PSA 5.7 Rock Pistol, Optics Ready, Sniper Green — $599.99 (w/ 10 Magazines)
PSA's 5.7x28mm pistol in Sniper Green with a threaded barrel and ten 23-round magazines included. That's 230 rounds of magazine capacity in the box — exceptional value for the 5.7 platform.
Best for: Anyone who wants to get into 5.7x28mm without breaking the bank.
Ruger Mark IV 22/45 .22LR 4.4" — $329.99
One of the best .22LR target pistols on the market. Simple one-button takedown, reliable feeding, and a trigger that earns its reputation. An easy recommendation at this price.
Best for: Target shooters and anyone who wants a reliable .22LR pistol for practice.
Ruger LCP Max .380 ACP, 10rd — $199.99
Ten rounds of .380 ACP in a true pocket pistol. The LCP Max is hard to beat at $199.99 for deep-concealment carry where size and weight are the deciding factors.
Best for: Deep concealment carry where minimal footprint matters most.
Rifles and Rifle Kits
Heritage Model 92 Ranch Hand .44 Mag Lever Action — $499.99
A .44 Magnum lever gun at under $500. The Heritage 92 handles both .44 Mag and .44 Special with classic lever-action design backed by modern metallurgy. Practical for hunting and a blast at the range.
Best for: Lever-action fans who want a versatile .44 Mag rifle for hunting or range work.
S&W Model 1854 .357 Mag Lever Action, Silver — $949.99
Smith & Wesson's lever-action entry shoots .357 Mag and .38 Special. A modern take on a classic platform with S&W's attention to fit and finish.
Best for: Shooters who want a quality .357 lever gun from a trusted manufacturer.
S&W M&P FPC 9mm Folding Carbine, Black — $499.99
The folding pistol-caliber carbine from S&W. Takes M&P magazines, folds in half for transport, and runs 9mm. A practical tool for home defense that stores in a backpack.
Best for: Shooters who want a compact 9mm carbine that stores and transports easily.
PSA PA-15 Classic AR-15 5.56 NATO 16" — $499.99
A complete, ready-to-shoot AR-15 from PSA. Nitride barrel, M4 carbine profile, and everything you need out of the box. No frills, no nonsense — just a functional rifle.
Best for: First-time AR buyers or anyone who needs a reliable 5.56 rifle at a budget price.
PSA 16" 5.56 NATO Stainless Steel M-Lok Rifle Kit — $379.99
Build-it-yourself kit with a stainless steel barrel and M-Lok handguard. Add a stripped lower and you have a complete rifle. A solid entry point for a first AR build project.
Best for: DIY builders looking for a quality rifle kit at a budget price.
PSA 8.5" 300 Blackout Pistol Upper w/ BCG and CH — $279.99
A complete upper for your 300 Blackout pistol build. Nitride barrel, M-Lok handguard, bolt carrier group, and charging handle all included.
Best for: Builders working on a 300 Blackout pistol or SBR project.
PSA 11.5" 5.56 NATO Upper (No BCG/CH) — $199.99
A stripped upper for builders who already have a BCG and charging handle on hand. Lightweight hex M-Lok handguard at a price that's hard to argue with.
Best for: Experienced builders who want a short-barrel upper on a budget.
PSA PA15 Classic Lower w/ SBA5 Brace, Black — $189.99
A complete lower receiver with the SB Tactical SBA5 brace installed. Pair with any of the uppers above for a complete pistol build.
Best for: Pistol builders who need a quality braced lower to complete their project.
HK SP5L 9mm w/ SB Brace — $2,199.99
HK's civilian MP5 variant. The SP5L with an SB Tactical brace is about as close as you can get to the iconic roller-delayed platform without a tax stamp.
Best for: HK enthusiasts and collectors who want a roller-delayed 9mm.
Barrett M82 A1 .50 BMG, FDE — $7,699.99
The Barrett M82 A1. Semi-automatic .50 BMG in Flat Dark Earth Cerakote. The rifle that defined the anti-materiel category and remains the gold standard.
Best for: Long-range enthusiasts with the budget and the acreage to shoot .50 BMG.
Optics
Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8x24 Gen 2 w/ Mount — $239.99 (Code: "Strike")
The Strike Eagle 1-8x with the AR-BDC3 reticle and a Vortex cantilever mount included. Use coupon code "Strike" at checkout for this price. Solid glass for the money with more magnification range than the 1-6x.
Best for: AR shooters who want a versatile LPVO for range and competition use.
Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x24 Gen 2 — $189.99
The 1-6x version of the Strike Eagle at under $190. A strong budget LPVO with illuminated AR-BDC3 reticle and Vortex's VIP lifetime warranty.
Best for: Budget-conscious shooters who want quality glass on their AR platform.
Vortex Strikefire II Red Dot (4 MOA Red/Green) — $89.99
A proven red dot at a steal. Red and green dot options, 4 MOA dot size, and Vortex's VIP lifetime warranty. Hard to find a better value in a red dot from a reputable brand.
Best for: Anyone who needs a reliable red dot without spending Aimpoint money.
Pulsar Talion XG35 Thermal Rifle Scope (Reconditioned) — $1,699.99 (Free Shipping)
A reconditioned Pulsar thermal scope at a meaningful discount from new pricing. Thermal optics are force multipliers for predator hunting and property management after dark.
Best for: Hunters who want thermal capability without paying full retail.
Accessories and Ammo
Glock 6V TacLight Weapon Light w/ Rail — $59.99
A Glock-branded weapon light with xenon bulb for railed Glock pistols. Affordable illumination for your carry or nightstand gun.
Best for: Glock owners who want a simple, affordable weapon light solution.
Winchester 5.56 NATO 55gr FMJ, 200rd — $119.99
Bulk 5.56 from Winchester at roughly 60 cents per round. Brass-cased, reliable, and a competitive price for range ammo in the current market.
Best for: AR shooters who need to stock up on range ammo at a fair price.
Winchester M855 62gr Green Tip 5.56, 150rd — $79.99
M855 penetrator rounds at about 53 cents per round. Solid pricing for green tip in the current supply environment.
Best for: Shooters who want to stock up on M855 at a reasonable price.
IMG .223/5.56 AR-15 30rd Magazine — $6.99
Seven dollars for a 30-round AR magazine. At this price, grab a stack and keep spares where you need them.
Best for: Anyone who needs affordable, functional AR magazines in bulk.
Quick-Reference Table
| Product | Price | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Colt King Cobra .357 Mag | $649.99 | Revolver |
| Colt Python 6" .357 Mag | $1,199.99 | Revolver |
| Springfield Echelon 9mm TB | $579.99 | Pistol |
| Beretta 92X PCO 9mm | $799.99 | Pistol |
| MPA Defender 9mm | $399.99 | Pistol |
| PSA 5.7 Rock w/ 10 Mags | $599.99 | Pistol |
| Ruger Mark IV 22/45 | $329.99 | Pistol |
| Ruger LCP Max .380 | $199.99 | Pistol |
| Heritage 92 .44 Mag | $499.99 | Lever Action |
| S&W 1854 .357 Lever Action | $949.99 | Lever Action |
| S&W M&P FPC 9mm | $499.99 | Carbine |
| PSA PA-15 AR-15 | $499.99 | Rifle |
| PSA 16" Rifle Kit | $379.99 | Rifle Kit |
| PSA 8.5" 300BLK Upper | $279.99 | Upper |
| PSA 11.5" 5.56 Upper | $199.99 | Upper |
| PSA PA15 Lower w/ Brace | $189.99 | Lower |
| HK SP5L 9mm | $2,199.99 | Pistol |
| Barrett M82 A1 .50 BMG | $7,699.99 | Rifle |
| Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8x w/ Mount | $239.99 | Optic |
| Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6x | $189.99 | Optic |
| Vortex Strikefire II | $89.99 | Optic |
| Pulsar Talion XG35 Thermal | $1,699.99 | Optic |
| Glock TacLight | $59.99 | Accessory |
| Winchester 5.56 200rd | $119.99 | Ammo |
| Winchester M855 150rd | $79.99 | Ammo |
| IMG 30rd Magazine | $6.99 | Magazine |
Bottom Line
Today's PSA Monday lineup covers serious ground — from entry-level AR builds under $400 to the Barrett M82 for those with deeper pockets. The standout values are the Vortex Strikefire II at $89.99, the Ruger LCP Max at $199.99, and the Winchester ammo deals which are competitive in a tightening supply market. The Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8x with mount at $239.99 (code: "Strike") is also worth jumping on if you need a budget LPVO.
Prices are valid while stock lasts — PSA daily deals move fast, so don't wait if something catches your eye.
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