Desert Eagle .50 AE vs Gyrojet Pistol

1990–Present

1965–1970

~500,000 estimated

Few thousand

228 mm (9.0 in) with standard grip

280 mm

152 mm (6.0 in) standard, 165 mm (6.5 in) optional

127 mm

2.04 kg (4.5 lb) empty, stainless‑steel frame

1,000 g

7 rounds standard for .50 AE, 9 rounds for .44 Magnum, 13 rounds for .357 Magnum

6-round magazine

Short‑stroke gas piston with rotating bolt, locked breech

rocket

Single‑stage, DA/SA with manual safety/decocker lever