IMI Desert Eagle Mark I .44 Rem Magnum, Two-Tone, 6-inch, Israel-Made with Magnum Research Marks, Box and 2 Magazines
This IMI-manufactured Desert Eagle Mark I in .44 Rem Magnum stands out as an early, Israel-made example with Magnum Research import markings and a distinctive two-tone finish. It features a 6-inch fixed barrel with polygonal rifling, the classic gas-operated, short-stroke piston system with a rotating multi-lug bolt, and comes in excellent overall condition. The original factory box, cleaning tools, and two dated IMI magazines add completeness and period-correct appeal.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Good Polygonal Rifling - Intact, well-defined polygonal profile.
Specific Condition Notes: This pistol shows light handling evidence with a few minor surface scratches on the metal. The firearm remains clean overall.
What’s Included
- Original Magnum Research/IMI factory cardboard box with fitted styrofoam insert
- T-handle cleaning rod
- Bronze bore brush for .44 caliber
- 2x 8-round IMI Desert Eagle .44 Magnum steel magazines with base date code '2-86 44'
Built by Israel Military Industries, this Mark I series Desert Eagle is chambered in .44 Rem Magnum and configured with a full-size frame. The gas-operated system uses a short-stroke piston and a rotating multi-lug bolt, delivering the platform’s signature operation and durability. Its fixed 6-inch barrel employs polygonal rifling.
The pistol wears a two-tone finish with a darker upper and lighter frame, paired with black textured grips bearing IMI logo medallions. Fixed sights include a ramped front and a rear notch integral to the slide, with rear serrations for confident manipulation.
Safety features include a slide-mounted safety, firing pin block, and trigger disconnect. It uses a single-action mechanism with an external spur hammer and a 8+1 capacity in .44 Magnum.
Factory markings include: "DESERT EAGLE - .44 MAGNUM PISTOL ISRAEL MILITARY INDUSTRIES., MAGNUM RESEARCH INC., MINNEAPOLIS MINN. / MADE IN ISRAEL." Two original IMI .44 Magnum steel magazines are included, each with base stampings "2-86 44," aligning with the period of the Mark I design.