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Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911

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MSRP:

$703.80

Used Price:

$703.80

Sale Price:

$782.00

Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Gun Stats

Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911

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All Magnum Research 1911 series 70 slide and frame rails are machined to aerospace tolerances, delivering accuracy that will match any custom gun. Offered in both Chrome Moly and Stainless and feature stainless match barrels, G-10 grips, light triggers with zero creep, and a stainless beavertail grip safety. The G (5” barrel) and C (4.33” barrel) models are equipped with fixed combat sights, with fiber optic adjustable sights available through the Magnum Research website. The Undercover “U” (3” barrel) models come with an adjustable rear sight. Like many custom guns, they all feature a solid guide rod, extended manual safety and slide stop, beveled magazine well, extended ejection port, and two magazines. Magnum Research 1911s chambered in .45 ACP all have a traditional feed ramp machined into the frame. Only the 1911G models have a traditional barrel bushing in the slide. The 1911C and U models feature a bushingless slide and bull barrel. With the shorter slides of the C and U models, the bushingless slide allows for a longer recoil spring and ensures reliable function.

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Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Specs

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Technical Data

Caliber

.45 Auto (.45 ACP)

Action

Single

Capacity

8+1

Finish

Black

Sights

Adjustable

Barrel Length

5.05"

Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Features

The Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 is an Israeli-made pistol modeled after the 70-series Colt 1911.  It uses the same Browning-designed short recoil action with a tilting 5 inch barrel and fires from a single-action trigger pull.  The sights are windage-adjustable and the feed ramps are polished to ensure proper feeding with any bullet type.


Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Ballistics

.45 Auto (.45 ACP) Ballistic Data
Range (Yards) Drop (inches) Velocity Energy Wind drift (inches) Time (milliseconds)
0 0 0 0 0 0
50 0 0 0 0 0
100 0 0 0 0 0
150 0 0 0 0 0
200 0 0 0 0 0
250 0 0 0 0 0
300 0 0 0 0 0
350 0 0 0 0 0
400 0 0 0 0 0
450 0 0 0 0 0
500 0 0 0 0 0

Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Capacity

The Desert Eagle 1911 is chambered in .45ACP and feeds from standard 1911A1 magazines.  This gives the DE1911 a standard capacity of 7 and 8 rounds depending on the company that made the magazine, and allows the user to buy off-the-shelf magazines instead of ordering some proprietary, hand-fit magazine from another country.


Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Ergonomics

Ergonomics
This 1911 has an identical control layout to other 1911’s and has a right-handed safety selector.  The front of the grip is checkered with pyramid-style texturing and the grip panels have a stippled and grooved texture.  Slide serrations flank both the front and rear sights and are deep and wide enough to give the user a positive grip when manually cycling the action.


Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Fit & Finish

The Desert Eagle 1911 is built on a steel frame that is hand-fitted to the slide.  The frame and slide can come in black, stainless, or a combo of the two while all of the barrels and triggers are stainless steel.  The 5” models take down identically to the classic OG 1911 while the 4” models require the use of a special disassembly tool.


Fit and Finish

Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Concealability

Concealability
Concealment of the DE1911 is a tall order, but it is possible.  Measuring almost 8 inches long and 5.5 inches tall, concealment would require a good holster, smart placement, and the employment of larger and longer clothing.  Wearing an undershirt is also a good idea as the grip texturing, the grip safety and the exposed hammer can cause considerable discomfort when carrying in certain positions.


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How much is a Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 worth?

In 2024 a new or used Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 value varies depending on supply and demand. In the last 12 months there is great demand for a Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 and most handguns. The Price for a Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 has increased in cost by $0.00 in 2024 compared to 2023.

Estimated New and Used Values for a Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Values are based on a basic model with no options or colors.

Condition Trade-In Private Party Dealer
New In box $506.43 $662.26 $779.13
Excellent $467.48 $623.30 $701.22
Very Good $428.52 $623.30 $701.22
Good $389.57 $584.35 $662.26
Fair $272.70 $506.43 $623.30
Poor $194.78 $389.57 N/A

Gun Value Conditions explained:

New in box - 100% condition in unopened box. Excellent - 95%+ condition with or without box.

Very Good - 90% - 95% condition (all parts/finish should be original).

Good - 80-90% condition (all parts/finish should be original).

Fair - 30% - 80% condition, parts, and finish may or may not be original. Must function properly and shoot.

Poor - under 30% condition. Firearm has severe wear and tear, does not function, or is damaged.

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