Desert Eagle 50 AE vs 500 S&W Magnum - THE REMATCH!!!

Published on June 3, 2019
Duration: 13:27

This rematch between the Desert Eagle .50 AE and the S&W .500 Magnum featured adjusted parameters for a fairer comparison. While the Desert Eagle excelled in pine board penetration (19 vs 16 boards) and cinder block destruction, the .500 S&W Magnum demonstrated superior performance on steel plates and a more significant impact on the cinder block behind it. Ultimately, the .500 S&W Magnum was declared the winner based on an overall points system.

Quick Summary

The .500 S&W Magnum won the rematch against the Desert Eagle .50 AE. While the Desert Eagle penetrated more pine boards (19 vs 16) and destroyed a cinder block, the .500 S&W Magnum showed superior performance on steel plates and was ultimately declared the winner based on an overall points system.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Rematch Setup
  2. 01:07Firearms & Ammo Overview
  3. 02:01Pine Board Penetration Test
  4. 03:33Cinder Block Destruction Test
  5. 05:02Steel Plate Penetration Test
  6. 07:09Water Jug Ballistics Test
  7. 10:44Dual Wield & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the results of the pine board penetration test between the Desert Eagle .50 AE and the .500 S&W Magnum?

In the pine board test, the Desert Eagle .50 AE demonstrated superior penetration, successfully piercing 19 boards. The .500 S&W Magnum, while still powerful, penetrated 16 boards in the same test.

How did the Desert Eagle .50 AE and .500 S&W Magnum perform against cinder blocks?

The Desert Eagle .50 AE completely destroyed one cinder block. The .500 S&W Magnum penetrated the first cinder block and caused significant damage to a second block placed behind it.

Which handgun won the Desert Eagle vs .500 S&W Magnum rematch?

The .500 S&W Magnum was declared the overall winner of the rematch. This decision was based on a cumulative points system that considered performance across multiple tests, including penetration and destruction.

What specific firearms were compared in the Kentucky Ballistics rematch?

The rematch featured the Magnum Research Desert Eagle chambered in .50 Action Express (AE) with a 10-inch barrel and the Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum Performance Center revolver with a 10.5-inch barrel.

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