Desert Eagle .50 AE vs Mateba Autorevolver

1990–Present

1995–2005

~500,000 estimated

~5,000 units estimated (hand‑assembled in limited batches)

228 mm (9.0 in) with standard grip

254 mm (10.0 in) with standard barrel

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

152 mm (6.0 in) standard; 203 mm (8.0 in) optional long barrel

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

1.45 kg (3.2 lb) empty

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

6 rounds (standard cylinder)

Short‑stroke gas piston with rotating bolt, locked breech

Short‑stroke recoil‑operated slide that moves barrel and cylinder forward to cock hammer and rotate cylinder; semi‑automatic operation with manual trigger pull for each shot

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

Single‑action trigger; hammer cocked by recoil system, providing a light, crisp pull

Fixed rear notch and front blade; optional aftermarket night sights

Fixed rear notch and front blade; optional adjustable rear sight available on long‑barrel models