SB Tactical’s New SBA5 Arm Brace. Nice try ATF

SB Tactical has just come out with their new pistol stabilizer arm brace. With the recent victories they have had over certain alphabet agencies, I think it’s fitting that the came out with a new design.

In this videowe are talking about the recent release of the **SB A5 pistol brace** from **SB Tactical**, and the context around the legal issues with pistol braces, particularly in relation to the **ATF's** (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) attempt to classify certain pistol braces as stocks, potentially turning pistols into short-barreled rifles (SBRs). Here are the main points that were covered:

1. **ATF's Struggles with Pistol Brace Rule**: The video opens by discussing the ATF's ongoing legal battle to enforce a new rule regarding pistol braces. This rule could force individuals to register their firearms as SBRs (which requires a tax stamp and compliance with additional regulations). The host notes that the ATF's efforts aren't going well in the courts, and SB Tactical is responding with a new design that could be seen as a form of defiance against the ATF's actions.

2. **Introduction of the SB A5 Brace**: The video focuses on the **SB A5**, the latest model from SB Tactical. This new brace is compared to previous models, namely the **SBA3** and **SBA4**. The A5 looks similar to its predecessors but features some cosmetic updates and design tweaks, such as:
- A slightly shorter overall design (compared to the A4).
- A more rounded, ergonomic shape.
- A larger opening at the rear, which the host notes might improve comfort for the forearm.
- The same adjustable features, including multiple positions for different arm lengths and a strap for added security.

3. **Functionality vs. Cosmetic Changes**: The host emphasizes that while the A5 is a more aesthetically refined version of the A3 and A4, the core functionality is essentially the same. The brace still serves the same purpose, providing stabilization and comfort for users while also complying with the current legal framework surrounding pistol braces.

4. **Price and Availability**: The SB A5 is priced around **$150**, but the host mentions they were able to snag it for a lower price during a daily deal at **Palmetto State Armory** for about **$100**.

5. **A Symbolic Gesture to the ATF**: The host humorously suggests that the release of the A5 is a way for SB Tactical to give the ATF a "middle finger" in response to their legal challenges. The new brace, in this view, could be seen as a direct challenge to the ATF's authority over pistol braces, especially if the courts continue to side against the ATF's rule.

**Conclusion**: The video concludes with the host expressing their satisfaction with the new brace, especially due to its design and comfort. While they acknowledge that it's not a groundbreaking new product, they view it as a practical update that also serves as a symbolic response to the ATF's ongoing legal battle.

What are your thoughts on this? Do you think the ATF’s stance on pistol braces will hold up in court, or do you believe SB Tactical’s response could have a meaningful impact on the ongoing debate?