Magnum Research's Desert Eagle 1911 has little in common with the big gas-operated Desert Eagle pistol beyond the name — it's a well-executed take on John Browning's Government model, with a skeletonized hammer and trigger, extended beavertail, and a flat-topped slide with front cocking serrations. Chambered in 10mm Auto with a 5" barrel, it plays to the cartridge's strengths: 10mm delivers meaningfully more energy than .45 ACP with a flatter trajectory, which is why it has such a following among hikers and hunters who want a semi-auto with woods credibility. The full-size steel frame soaks up the recoil.

This firearm ships to your chosen FFL dealer for transfer. Order online from Dawson Defense, an Arizona-owned licensed dealer and importer.