Transformed into a bold, one-of-a-kind tribute to Ted Nugent, the February Collection features a Palmetto State Armory JAKL that combines contemporary rifle engineering with unmistakable stage presence. This item is a crossover collectible that captures both firearms innovation and a larger-than-life rock and roll personality.
A Rifle Inspired by a Cultural Icon
Ted Nugent first rose to prominence as the driving force behind The Amboy Dukes. Later, he launched a successful solo career in the 1970s. Signature songs such as “Stranglehold” and “Cat Scratch Fever” cemented his place in rock history. Beyond music, Nugent became equally known as a vocal hunting advocate and Second Amendment supporter. This made him a polarizing yet undeniably influential figure whose identity bridges music, outdoor traditions and firearms culture.
This JAKL pays tribute to the Motor City Madman’s persona in dramatic fashion. Finished in a striking black-and-white zebra Cerakote pattern that many have seen on one of Ted’s iconic Ford Broncos, the rifle refuses to go unnoticed. The right side of the monolithic upper receiver bears Nugent’s name in vivid orange. The pistol grip features his “Spirit of the Wild” Craveman logo.
Inside the PSA JAKL Platform
Beneath the custom exterior lies the modern engineering of the PSA JAKL platform. Unlike traditional direct-impingement AR-pattern rifles, the JAKL employs a long-stroke gas piston system. This design is commonly associated with military service rifles. Built around a rigid monolithic upper receiver, the rifle uses a proprietary carrier system with a captured recoil assembly housed entirely within the upper. This eliminates the need for a buffer tube.
This design allows compatibility with side-folding stocks or braces while retaining familiar AR ergonomics. The piston-driven system is often praised for reducing gas blowback and delivering a smooth recoil impulse, particularly when used with suppressors.
While the JAKL remains more proprietary than a conventional AR-15, it has nonetheless gained a reputation as a rugged and mechanically robust alternative for those who appreciate piston-operated rifles.
A Matching Musical Counterpart and More
Enhancing the presentation is an accompanying Epiphone Songmaker DR-100 acoustic guitar, finished with an American flag motif across the top. The guitar bears Ted Nugent’s name, his 2025-dated signature and the Craveman logo drawn by Ted himself.
Oh, and if that isn’t enough Uncle Ted goodness for you, there’s also a signed photo of Ted with his “great white buffalo” Gibson Byrdland guitar in hand, a signed “God, Guns, & Rock & Roll” hat, a signed copy of Ted’s “Hunt Music” CD, one of Ted’s custom challenge coins and a copy of his book, “Ted, White, and Blue.”
Philanthropic Purpose
Notably, this rifle has been donated to Gun Owners of America (GOA), with proceeds directed to the organization’s advocacy efforts. Founded in 1976 by the late Senator H.L. (Bill) Richardson, GOA has long positioned itself as a “no-compromise” defender of gun rights. The group maintains legislative and legal initiatives at local, state and federal levels. The organization has built an extensive legal and grassroots network dedicated to protecting firearms ownership and related constitutional protections.
A Distinctive Modern Collectible
As a standalone rifle, the PSA JAKL represents a forward-thinking blend of AR familiarity and piston-driven durability. As configured here, however, it becomes something more: music, Americana and firearms advocacy.
The combination of bold custom finish, authenticated signature, themed iconography and accompanying display guitar creates a package that extends beyond typical firearm customization. It is a modern collectible rooted in personality and purpose. It unites contemporary rifle engineering with the unmistakable identity of one of America’s most recognizable rock and roll outdoorsmen.
