It broke! The SB Tactical SBA5 Arm Brace SUCKS!!!!

SB Tactical’s new SBA5 AR arm brace is haveing some issues.

In this video, we discusse an issue we encountered with the **SB Tactical SBA3 A5 arm brace** on their firearm. The problem centers around a malfunction that led to the arm brace breaking. Here's a summary of the key points:

### Key Points:

1. **Product Overview:**
- **SB Tactical SBA A5** is a newer arm brace model priced around **$130**, or **$100 on sale**.
- It was purchased through **Palmetto State Armory**.

2. **The Problem:**
- Initially, the presenter noticed the arm brace **wasn't locking securely** during shooting. It would **shift positions** as they fired, indicating that the locking mechanism was not functioning correctly.
- They suspected the problem might be related to the **buffer tube** not allowing the brace to lock securely.

3. **The Breaking Incident:**
- After encountering the shifting issue, the presenter **attempted to mortar the rifle** to clear a malfunction. During this process, the **retaining pin** that holds the brace in place **snapped**.
- The retaining pin breaking led to further issues, including the buffer tube moving through the back of the arm brace.

4. **Design Flaw:**
- The retaining pin that broke was made of **plastic**, which the presenter believes is a major design flaw in the newer SBA A5 model.
- Previous versions of SB Tactical arm braces (e.g., SBA3 and SBA4) had **steel retaining pins**, which the presenter argues made them more durable and reliable.
- The **plastic pin** in the SBA A5 is deemed inadequate, causing the product to fail prematurely.

5. **Comparison with Knockoffs:**
- The presenter compares the SB Tactical SBA A5 to a **Chinese knockoff** arm brace. Despite the knockoff having a broken pin, it **still functions**, whereas the SBA A5 is now **completely non-functional**.
- They plan to **swap the pin** from the knockoff into the SBA A5, but they're unsure if it will fit, which points to a frustrating situation where a cheaper, lower-quality product is holding up better than the genuine SB Tactical arm brace.

6. **Call for Improvement:**
- The presenter expresses frustration with SB Tactical’s decision to use a plastic pin in their newer model, criticizing it for not living up to the quality of previous versions.
- They ask SB Tactical to **improve** the design and bring back the **steel retaining pin** for durability.

7. **Humorous Sign-Off:**
- The video ends with the presenter humorously urging viewers to like, comment, and subscribe to the channel, while also joking about the option to donate via the **Super Thanks** button or sign up as a paid member (but they mockingly advise against it).
- There's a playful, sarcastic tone in the outro, with the presenter saying, "don’t you dare become a member" and calling viewers “losers” in jest.

### Conclusion:
- The **SB Tactical SBA A5 arm brace** is problematic due to a **plastic retaining pin** that broke after minimal use. This design flaw makes the brace unreliable and inferior to previous models that used **steel pins**.
- The presenter is frustrated with the company's decision to use cheaper materials and hopes for a redesign in the future to restore the product's durability.
- While the **Chinese knockoff** is not ideal, it still performs better than the genuine SB Tactical brace in this instance.

### Final Thoughts:
- The video provides a cautionary tale about the **importance of quality materials** in firearm accessories and how a seemingly small change in design can lead to **big functional issues**.
- The sarcastic humor and commentary add personality to the video, but the core message is a **genuine disappointment** with the newer SB Tactical product.