Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911's - TheFirearmGuy

Published on July 23, 2021
Duration: 5:22

This video showcases three Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 pistols: a full-size Government model with a color case-hardened frame, a custom Commander model with laser engraving and Cerakote, and a subcompact Undercover model with a bushingless bull barrel. The presenter highlights their shooting characteristics, trigger pulls, and aesthetic features, emphasizing their suitability as both shooters and display pieces.

Quick Summary

The Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 collection includes a full-size Government model with a color case-hardened frame, a custom Commander with laser engraving, and a subcompact Undercover with a bushingless bull barrel. The Undercover features a 4-pound trigger, while the Government model has a 3.5-pound trigger, both praised for their smooth breaks and short resets.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Desert Eagle 1911 Collection
  2. 00:05Full Size Government Model Overview
  3. 00:19Custom Commander Model Showcase
  4. 00:43Subcompact Undercover Model Features
  5. 01:00Loading and Firing the Undercover
  6. 01:49Undercover Shooting Impressions
  7. 02:14Custom Commander Shooting Impressions
  8. 03:04Full Size Government Model Details
  9. 03:48Government Model Shooting with Self-Defense Loads
  10. 04:05Government Model Trigger and Accuracy
  11. 04:36Comparing the Three Desert Eagle 1911s
  12. 05:13Call to Action: Subscribe and Share

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Magnum Research Desert Eagle 1911 Undercover?

The Desert Eagle 1911 Undercover is a subcompact 1911 with an alloy frame, G10 grips, a bushingless bull barrel, and a 3-inch barrel. It's designed for concealed carry and features a 4-pound trigger pull and adjustable rear sights.

What makes the Desert Eagle 1911 Commander model unique?

The custom Desert Eagle 1911 Commander features extensive laser engraving and Cerakote applied by Outlaw Ordnance. It has a 4.25-inch barrel and is designed to be a durable shooter, not just a safe queen.

Describe the full-size Desert Eagle 1911 Government model.

The full-size Desert Eagle 1911 Government model has a 5-inch barrel and a distinctive color case-hardened frame. It is equipped with G10 grips, serrated black sights, and an 8-round magazine, featuring a 3.5-pound trigger pull.

How does the trigger pull compare across the Desert Eagle 1911 models shown?

The Undercover model has a 4-pound trigger pull, while the full-size Government model has a lighter 3.5-pound trigger pull. Both are noted for their smooth breaks and short resets, characteristic of quality single-action triggers.

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