The Century Arms PSL 54 is a semi-automatic rifle chambered in 7.62x54R with a stamped receiver, wood stock, and a 24.5-inch barrel. It runs the Romanian PSL-style magazine and comes with a muzzle brake fitted from the factory. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: PSL-54 
• Caliber: 7.62 x 54R 
• Barrel Length: 24.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 45.3 inches 
• Capacity: 10 + 1 rounds (PSL style magazine) 
• Weight: 9.5 lbs 
• Action Type: Semi-Automatic 
• Stock Material: Wood 
• Finish Color: Black 
• Receiver Type: Stamped 
• Muzzle Feature: Muzzle Brake 
• Front Sight: Adjustable 
• Rear Sight: Distance Adjustable 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The wood stock is finished in black. Adjustable front and rear sights let you dial in for distance without adding optics, though the platform readily accepts a scope mount on the receiver rail. The muzzle brake does a reasonable job with 7.62x54R recoil, which is noticeable but not punishing at 9.5 lbs. 
 
The semi-auto action allows fast follow-up shots. At 45.3 inches overall and nearly 9.5 lbs unloaded, this is a full-size rifle — not something you'll want to carry all day on a hike, but the weight helps with stability at distance.

The PSL-54 draws a specific type of buyer: people who want a semi-auto 7.62x54R rifle and appreciate the Romanian military lineage. Historical interest is a real factor here, not just marketing.

Accuracy at longer ranges is the most common compliment. Hunters and target shooters both mention solid performance at distance, which is expected from the caliber and the 24.5-inch barrel. Build quality opinions are more variable — some shooters get a well-fitted example, others report minor fit and finish inconsistencies that seem to vary by production run.

Weight and handling come up often. At 9.5 lbs it's heavier than most modern semi-autos, and that's a legitimate trade-off depending on what you're using it for. Recoil from 7.62x54R is manageable but real; the muzzle brake helps. Aftermarket parts and accessories exist but the ecosystem is smaller than AK or AR platforms. Most buyers consider the price reasonable for what they're getting.