44 MAGNUM VS 50AE 50CAL - DESERT EAGLE

Published on February 13, 2017
Duration: 3:42

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, an established firearms influencer, conducting a penetration test comparing .44 Magnum and .50 AE calibers fired from Desert Eagle pistols. He uses specific ammunition types to demonstrate ballistic performance against phone books, offering insights into how different bullet designs (extreme penetration vs. hollow point) affect terminal ballistics. The test highlights practical differences in projectile behavior.

Quick Summary

In a ballistic penetration test, a .44 Magnum 'extreme penetration' round from a Desert Eagle penetrated nine phone books, stopping in the tenth. A .50 AE hollow point from a similar pistol also stopped in the tenth book, indicating that bullet expansion can limit penetration depth compared to specialized penetration rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Ammo Selection
  2. 00:26.44 Magnum Penetration Test
  3. 00:44.44 Magnum Results Analysis
  4. 01:50.50 AE Penetration Test
  5. 02:19.50 AE Results & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the outcome of the .44 Magnum penetration test?

In the test conducted by Edwin Sarkissian, a .44 Magnum round fired from a Desert Eagle penetrated nine phone books and was recovered within the tenth book. The eleventh book sustained impact damage but was not penetrated.

How did the .50 AE hollow point perform in the penetration test?

The .50 AE hollow point round, also fired from a Desert Eagle into phone books, stopped within the tenth book, matching the penetration depth of the .44 Magnum in this specific test. Its expansion likely limited its penetration.

What factors influenced the penetration test results between the .44 Magnum and .50 AE?

The test highlighted how bullet design significantly impacts penetration. The .44 Magnum used an 'extreme penetration' round, while the .50 AE used a hollow point designed to expand. This expansion likely caused the .50 AE to stop sooner than a solid .50 AE round might have.

What are the key specifications of the Desert Eagle pistols used in the video?

The video showcased Magnum Research Desert Eagles with a 6-inch barrel. The .44 Magnum model typically holds 8 rounds, and the .50 AE model holds 7 rounds. Finishes like Burnt Bronze and Gold plating were also featured.

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