The Desert Eagle ("Desert Eagle") self - loading large - caliber pistol was developed in Israel by the Israel Military Industries arms company (1983). The same company was producing famous Uzi and Galil assault rifles. At the beginning of work on the weapon in question, Magnum Corporation from America showed active participation. In total, several modifications of the Desert Eagle have been created. Consider the characteristics and features of this unique pistol, as well as the possibility of its use.
History of creation
Self-loading weapons Desert Eagle was invented by an employee of the American arms company Magnum Research (Bernard Magnum) Bernard S. White. Confirmation of this is a patent in his name. In fact, the story of this gun began a little earlier. In the early seventies of the last century, a group of Americans began to develop the idea of creating a compact weapon under the powerful cartridge of the Magnum 357 caliber. They formed their own company and in 1983 released a trial copy under the original name Eagle-357.
The final refinement of the prototype was carried out by Israeli gunsmiths. In 1985, IMI received a second patent granting the right to make changes to the design of weapons. After modernization, the gun received the updated name Desert Eagle. The starting batch of weapons of the 357th caliber was one thousand copies. All models had a characteristic cut of the barrel. Now this rarity is of great value to collectors and connoisseurs of weapons. After the first tests, mass production began not only in Israel, but also in the USA.
In 1986, an enhanced model was launched under the 44th caliber of the Magnum cartridge. In 1989, another modification of the pistol in question was published, characterized by certain modifications to the trigger device. The last variation of the “Desert Eagle” appeared in 1996, designed for the cartridge “Magnum” of the 50th caliber.
Interesting Facts
Many are interested, but how much does the Desert Eagle cost? The price varies depending on the modification and is about 1500-2200 US dollars. Ammunition for weapons is also expensive (from $ 1.5 to $ 2.5 per cartridge).
The manufacturer positions this gun as a means for hunting and self-defense, but not everyone can cope with this powerful weapon. We can say that this is a real manual "gun." The instruction says that with Desert Eagle you can safely go for a bear or a hippo. And, most likely, this is not an exaggeration. It is worth noting that with careless handling of the gun it is quite possible to get an injury to the wrist or head.
"Desert Eagle" appears in the famous film about the female spy Nikita. In it, the main character (fragile girl), right and left, eliminates the enemies of this killer option. In fact, such a situation is unlikely, since this weapon is the least suitable gun for a woman.
Design
The Desert Eagle configuration is original and structurally more reminiscent of the structure of automatic rifles than self-loading pistols. Automation weapons uses the energy of exhaust gases. The AK-47 has the same system. Above the barrel is a flue pipe, through which powder gases are discharged to the bolt frame, acting on it.
The barrel channel is locked using the shutter larvae on the principle of the American automatic rifle M-16. "Desert Eagle" has a massive appearance precisely due to the presence of a gas pipe. To ensure the necessary space during the movement of the shutter frame, the weapon casing was made elongated, which further increased its weight.
Features
Shutter pistol Desert Eagle is equipped with four combat stops that engage with the breech compartment of the barrel. The trigger device is of the trigger type, the gun’s bolt locks a special fuse. The store is single-row, accommodates from seven to nine ammunition, depending on the caliber of the model.
The sighting equipment of the weapon in question is an open unregulated type, on some modifications the installation of optics is provided. The first copies of the “Desert Eagle” had aluminum alloy frames, then the manufacturer completely replaced them with weapons steel. The coating of the gun is made in several variations, including nickel plating, burnishing, gilding.
Modifications
In serial production, several Desert Eagle combat models were produced:
- Mark I and Mark VII. The first modification is discontinued. Its main differences include the placement of the cheek handle and switch firing. The Mark VII version received the Vivera bar and an adjustable trigger. This design made it possible to additionally install laser or optical sights. These specimens are designed for Magnum cartridges of caliber 357 and 44.
- The Mark XIX is based on the seventh series. This weapon can be quite simply remade under a different cartridge by replacing the barrel, magazine and bolt. Another difference is the barrel length. The Desert Eagle gauges of this modification are Magnum 357 or 44, as well as 50 Action Express.
disadvantages
The weapons in question were never positioned as full-time for service. Most likely, in the future there are no prospects for him either. This is due to a number of shortcomings of the "Desert Eagle":
- Weight up to two kilograms. A fighter or a policeman could take a pair of Glokov-19 or similar models instead of one Desert Eagle. It is more convenient - both in wearing and in application.
- The weapon has excessive recoil and a bright flash, which makes it difficult to quickly and accurately fire.
- Low clip capacity.
- Lack of reliability. The gun requires careful maintenance and has never passed official tests in difficult conditions.
- Even with minor strokes, thin lips deformed, which provokes jamming and warping of ammunition.
- Also often problems arise when using metal sleeves.
Application
Thanks to Hollywood action movies and computer games, the Desert Eagle multi-shot pistol is perceived as a cool weapon that is actively used in military and police units. This is a complete lie.
The maximum for which the pneumatic Desert Eagle or its combat analogue is suitable is sports and recreational shooting in the country. Even professionals point out that a standard assault rifle or rifle will be more effective in actual use than the pistol in question.
When firing from the Desert Eagle, the sound of a shot can simply stun the shooter. In many shooting ranges, the use of this weapon is prohibited, especially without special headphones.
In addition, the gun is inconvenient to hold in your hands due to the large dimensions of the handle with uncomfortable plastic pads. If the weapon is improperly held during firing, the spent sleeve can hit the wearer in the face, in the case of a weak grip, the case often beat the shooter on the head.
Output
Self-loading Desert Eagle is a very famous pistol in the world. However, the attitude towards him is ambiguous. Due to its massiveness and huge dimensions, it is not just inconvenient to shoot from it, but sometimes it is problematic to get it. A mass of about two kilograms brings this weapon closer to automatic rifles. Secretly carry it is impossible, as well as quickly grab it from a holster or pocket. In addition, powerful bullets are able to penetrate the human body completely, which is fraught with the defeat of random persons. The ammunition used gives a large amount of soot and soot, as a result of which the Desert Eagle needs to be thoroughly cleaned regularly, otherwise it may fail at the most inopportune minute.