Thoughts on the Deagle, purchasing, use, do you own one?

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The firearm at the top of my wantlist, the original reason I wanted to get a RPAL (Since having my RPAL and owning other firearms this reason has taken a back seat) it's time for me to start researching and preparing to purchase. Ever since I saw this scene is what I think is the best movie ever, I've wanted one.

Classic
https://youtu.be/yGodlHtdZ0U

Is there any manufacturing differences or quality differences between an IWI manufactured "original" Deagle and the Kahr?

I'm thinking, if I can find a new old stock, I would lean towards purchasing one that was manufactured while still original IWI\IMI and Magnum Research. Thoughts on this?

I know the firearm is completely unnecessary lol, but that's kind of the fun part.
 
By "deagle" I assume you mean a desert eagle? Please don't ever call it a deagle again. That makes you sound like a gamer who's never touched a gun in their life.

Having said that, I've fired one in 357 mag. They're awkward, require a firm grip with both hands or they jam, the safety is in a piss poor place, and I've heard, after 5000 rounds they require refitting so the frame doesn't crack. (This may be bunk, I dunno)
 
What caliber? There have been a lot of reliability issues with DEs over the years. They either work or they totally crap the bed.
They are a very soft recoiling gun, fun and impressive to shoot.
If you are willing to accept their potential shortcomings and have the dough, then go for it!

They really serve no function except to impress your GF. But you already knew that!
 
I picked up a .44 Mark XIX used from P&D a couple of years ago and really enjoy shooting it. It's big, but manageable even with my small hands. Recoil is unexpectedly pleasant as well. I think mine is one of the newer ones but I can't really comment on any quality issues old vs. new.
 
infidel29 said:
By "deagle" I assume you mean a desert eagle? Please don't ever call it a deagle again. That makes you sound like a gamer who's never touched a gun in their life.

Having said that, I've fired one in 357 mag. They're awkward, require a firm grip with both hands or they jam, the safety is in a piss poor place, and I've heard, after 5000 rounds they require refitting so the frame doesn't crack. (This may be bunk, I dunno)
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I'll call it whatever I like thank you very much. Your other comments and opinions are appreciated.
 
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What caliber? There have been a lot of reliability issues with DEs over the years. They either work or they totally crap the bed.
They are a very soft recoiling gun, fun and impressive to shoot.
If you are willing to accept their potential shortcomings and have the dough, then go for it!

They really serve no function except to impress your GF. But you already knew that!
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.50 of course lol. My wife won't be impressed but I'm hoping the girlfriend will be, haha. I'm obviously trying to make up for shortcomings elsewhere.
 
craigdwh said:
.50 of course lol. My wife won't be impressed but I'm hoping the girlfriend will be, haha. I'm obviously trying to make up for shortcomings elsewhere.
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I'm glad you have a sense of humor about the DE! I've never shot the .50AE but I've shot the .357 and .44 mag. For the limited rounds I shot, they were fun. The recoil is light and the grip isn't too bad for me but I have long fingers. The gun is heavy though.
It's too much of a niche firearm for me to spend any coin on one. But if you gotta have one, you just gotta have one!
Remember the reliability issues. You don't just buy a DE, you buy the gunsmith that comes with it ( at extra cost!)
 
If absolutely get a .50 desert eagle if I had lots of disposable money. But it's not at the top of the list of guns to get.

I found the .50 to be pretty soft shooting too for what people make it out to be.
 
Desert Eagles are like Jeeps.Pricey, bad on gas, have issues if you don't treat them right, owned by a lot of D-bags and tons of fun!

I have a 50AE version and don't believe all the BS you hear. The frames don't crack but springs should be replaced every few thousand round to keep it running reliably. The "Special" shooting stance and push/pull grip is BS too, just hold it tight, lock your elbows and wrists.

If you reload, get the 50AE. The cost is almost the same as 44mag "about $33 per 50rds". I found the 44mag very picky on factory ammo.

Pros
-Fun as F
-Very very accurate
-Cool factor
-Not pricey if you reload with plated bullets
-100% reliable if you use good ammo and don't limp wrist
-Dont need a Tac light and the fire balls give you plenty of light :p
-Recoil does not hurt your hand.

Cons
-You must use full power ammo with slow burning powder.
-You must hold it tight, if not you get a casing in the head or stoppage.
-Heavy
-Huge grip "I would not recommended this gun for small hands"
-Factory ammo is very pricey
-Not for beginner's
-Price

If you're buying it for fun then you won't regret it! If you're buying it for practice/plinking then you will.

Just a few tips
-Hold it firm
-Lock elbows and wrists
-Lube the gun well
-Use full power ammo
-If reloading use slow burning power and load to max
-Dont push on the mag when firing
-Allow for break in time "about 100rds" mine was good after 50rds of very hot Federal Fusion 50AE
 
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I had one in 44 and than one in 50ae they are huge guns but very fun to shoot, when i first opened the box on the 44 it was my first, all i could do was chuckle at the sheer size of it but loads of fun
 
One of the guys I shoot with bought one in .44 mag the first 10 mags or so worked well as long as the person shooting it did their part.After that it went downhill, ammo selection is probably part of it, an old set of springs was another. It is moderately fun to shoot although recoil is minimal. It does well in the accuracy department but not in the I can shoot a whole 7 rounds without issue department. Sure if he strips it down and cleans it every 1.7 mags it does ok. His BFR in 45-70 is more fun one handed but it looks downright comical with the huge barrel that comes with it. For the same money I would like a 500 SW mag with the shorter barrel . They are all nice guns but I was expecting a lot more from the experience when I first shot them.
 
infidel29 said:
By "deagle" I assume you mean a desert eagle? Please don't ever call it a deagle again. That makes you sound like a gamer who's never touched a gun in their life.

Having said that, I've fired one in 357 mag. They're awkward, require a firm grip with both hands or they jam, the safety is in a piss poor place, and I've heard, after 5000 rounds they require refitting so the frame doesn't crack. (This may be bunk, I dunno)
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I run one in .44 mag: no such issues ever existed that I am aware of. First production had issues with the return springs being too weak and giving up prematurely. Frame cracking? Seriously?
I bought one as a novelty: actually ran it on a few courses too. It's big, heavy and the grip is quite large especially with the molded rubber Hogue grip on. It shoots well enough and mine had the tuneable trigger which help as well. Still running strong and still puts a great big "oh my jesus" smile on my face every time I use it. If you reload they must be max loads with H110 to cycle the action reliably. Max loads of anything else don't do it.
 
If you have always wanted one, just get it. Worst case you sell for a bit of a loss. I have one and love it. It doesn't get used a lot but it is lots of fun. I couldn't decide between 50 and 44 so got both barrels. The Israeli made guns have a but more of a cache to them and some think they are better. Maybe. I have the US version and it has been totally reliable with both calibres (factory ammo only though). If you don't compete or have and carry permit, it is as practical as any other handgun in Canada (if the price of ammo isn't too bad for you).
 
Might not be the best choice for 1st pistol?

For the cost of 1 you could get yourself a nice .45 ACP or 10mm 1911 and a large frame revolver in 44 magnum ?

It really isnt a practical firearm either and will be expensive as f**k if you get .50 AE?

.45 acp anf 9mm are dirt cheap and a proper caliber to learn proper shooting technique.
 
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