The Desert Eagle is probably the most famous pistol in the past few years. The Desert Eagle 50 caliber has been featured everywhere from movies, videos games, books, and other media outlets. Many people are lured to the Desert Eagle 50 cal just because of the size and reputation. The Desert Eagle pistol is considered by its owners as the king of pistols. But under the surface is the real reason Desert Eagles can be considered as king.
The Desert Eagle is one of the few pistols that can be switched into a variety of different calibers with simple replacing of the barrel and bolt. Featuring the option of making it a Desert Eagle 50AE, Desert Eagle 44, or Desert Eagle 357 in a matter of minutes is what makes this firearm very versatile. Also considering the advancement in power, the Desert Eagle is not particularly larger then standard full-sized pistols.
The Magnum Research Desert Eagle 50 cal is becoming a popular firearm on the competitive pistol circuit as well. With the 50 caliber class, and the ability to lighten your hand loads, it’s a great way to get an edge on the competition. When at the range with a Desert Eagle, you are sure to get everybody’s attention and admiration with these remarkable pistols.
But don’t forget about the Baby. The Baby Desert Eagle has become another popular Magnum Research firearm. With the less powerful calibers of 45 ACP, 40 Smith & Wesson, and 9mm, the Baby Desert Eagle is becoming a favorite with concealed carry permit holders. So I guess the question is where these guns came from.
Despite the popular belief that the Desert Eagle was produced by Israel Military Industries, the Desert Eagle began as an American patent by Magnum Research. The design was merely refined by IMI, and production began in Maine, USA. Saco Defense began the productions of these firearms, until about 2000, when the production was shifted to General Dynamics of Israel. But the Desert Eagle was a design of Bernard C. White.
The overall design of the Desert Eagle resembles a rifle more then a pistol, with the rotating bolt and gas operating design. The caliber alone is what later made the Desert Eagle a legend. While most other firearms makers won’t consider the task of chambering pistols in magnum rounds, the Desert Eagle excelled. The Desert Eagle made its mark, showing the industry that people were ready for the next step in pistol power.
Considering in 2005 alone, the 50 caliber accounted for at least 29 percent of new firearms sales and it beat all other calibers, with the exception of 9mm. The real Desert Eagle popularity can fall on the caliber and design of these remarkable firearms. With the variety for every budget and user preference, there are sure to be many more media outlets showing off the Desert Eagle pistol in the future. As we venture in to the next millennium, our imaginations and desire for power will be ever expanding, and I’m sure that Magnum Research will wow us again.