The Colt Double Eagle (Series 90) was Colt's attempt to enter the DA/SA market in the late 1980s/early 1990s, adapting a 1911 platform. Despite its 10mm caliber and DA/SA action, it suffered from a complex and fragile internal mechanism, particularly its wire springs. Ultimately, it failed in the market due to high cost and less refinement compared to competitors, leading to its discontinuation.
The Colt Double Eagle is critically reviewed as a failed attempt to modernize the 1911 platform with a double-action mechanism. While featuring interchangeable slides and barrels with the 1911 Series 80, its design is considered an 'abomination' with poor ergonomics, a thick grip, and a tendency to point low. Reliability issues and comparisons to the Colt Lightning revolver lead to a recommendation only for collectors.
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