Description
The Magnum Research Desert Eagle L5 Mark XIX is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in .357 Magnum with a 5″ barrel. It combines a lightweight anodized aluminum frame with a brushed chrome carbon steel slide and an integral muzzle brake to manage recoil and balance. The pistol uses a Hogue finger-groove rubber wraparound grip and ambidextrous safety for comfortable, controlled handling. This configuration is suited to range work, precision target shooting, and collectors seeking a distinctive large-frame semi-automatic pistol.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .357 Magnum.
- The barrel measures 5 inches.
- The magazine/capacity is listed as 9 + 1.
- The frame material is aluminum alloy with a black hard-coat anodized finish.
- The slide and barrel material is carbon steel with a brushed chrome finish on the slide.
- The barrel includes an integral muzzle brake.
- The grip is a Hogue finger-groove rubber wraparound.
- The action is single action.
- The sights are fixed combat-style sights.
- The listed empty weight is 50.56 oz.
The Desert Eagle L5 offers a distinctive balance of size and mechanical refinement for shooters who prioritize deliberate, controlled shooting at the range or for display in a serious collection. Its combination of a lightened aluminum frame, integral muzzle brake and robust carbon steel slide provides a unique handling profile among large-frame semi-autos while maintaining straightforward, traditional controls.





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