Desert Eagle .50 AE vs Luger P08

1990–Present

1908–1945

~500,000 estimated

~1,000,000+ units (including military, police, and civilian models)

228 mm (9.0 in) with standard grip

225 mm (8.86 in)

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

100 mm (3.93 in)

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

0.95 kg (2.09 lb) empty

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

7 rounds standard (detachable box), optional 8‑round magazine for .30 Luger

Short‑stroke gas piston with rotating bolt, locked breech

Toggle‑locked, short‑stroke recoil‑operated, closed bolt

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

Single‑stage military trigger with integrated safety lever

Fixed rear notch and front blade; optional aftermarket night sights

Fixed front blade, rear V‑shaped notch with adjustable rear sight leaf