De L5 357mag 5" 9-Round Pistol

The Magnum Research Desert Eagle L5 357 Magnum 5" with 9-round capacity represents a purpose-built platform for shooters who demand extreme power in a manageable form factor. Chambered in .357 Magnum—a cartridge prized for its flat trajectory and knockdown authority—this semi-automatic handgun delivers the legendary performance Magnum Research engineered into the iconic Desert Eagle platform. The 5-inch barrel length optimizes muzzle velocity while maintaining practical handling, and the integral muzzle brake significantly reduces felt recoil, a critical advantage when managing the .357 Magnum's energy impulse through extended shooting sessions.

Construction centers on a hard-coat anodized black aluminum frame paired with a black carbon steel slide and barrel, delivering durability in field environments while keeping overall weight to 4.94 pounds—light enough for sustained carry or range training without fatigue. Hogue finger groove rubber grips provide secure purchase under recoil, a consideration integral to controlling a magnum-class cartridge. The pistol ships with one 9-round magazine, enabling capacity-conscious operation. The integral muzzle brake—a signature Magnum Research feature—manages the energetic recoil signature characteristic of .357 Magnum loadings, allowing shooters to maintain sight picture between shots and improve shot placement accuracy.

This platform appeals to handgun enthusiasts, long-range pistol competitors, and shooters seeking a modern semi-automatic alternative to revolver-based .357 Magnum systems. The combination of barrel length, caliber, and muzzle brake management makes this Desert Eagle configuration suitable for precision shooting at extended distances and for situations where rifle-class ballistics in a handgun form factor address the tactical requirements. Serious handgun shooters evaluating .357 Magnum semi-automatics will find the L5's power density and manageable recoil signature competitive advantages within the magnum handgun category.