Magnum Research Micro Desert Eagle .380 ACP, DAO, Nickel-Tone, Fixed 2.2 in Barrel, 6+1, USA
The Magnum Research Micro Desert Eagle stands out as a micro-size .380 ACP with a gas-delayed blowback system and a fixed 2.2 in barrel. It features a nickel-tone steel slide over an aluminum-alloy frame, integral low-profile sights, and a double-action-only trigger. Made in the USA, it offers a 6+1 capacity in an ultra-compact package with an overall length of about 4.52 in and an unloaded weight of approximately 14 oz.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: This firearm is in great shape, with minor superficial scratches and blemishes present.
What’s Included
- Magnum Research factory molded hard case with embossed logo
- Micro Desert Eagle Pistol Owner's Manual (.380 Auto DAO Pistol)
- Two factory 6-round steel magazines (one with a Magnum Research eagle-logo finger-rest baseplate)
The Micro Desert Eagle uses a gas-delayed/retarded blowback operating system with a fixed 2.2 in barrel and twin recoil springs. This configuration is uncommon in pistols of this size and caliber and contributes to the pistol’s distinctive design and performance characteristics.
Construction is robust and purpose-built: a steel slide paired with an aluminum-alloy frame, both finished in a nickel tone. Rear slide serrations provide purchase for charging, while black textured polymer grip panels offer a secure hold without adding bulk.
Sighting is straightforward and snag-resistant, with an integral low-profile front blade and an integral rear notch. The pistol operates with a double-action-only trigger and has no manual safety.
Despite its compact footprint—about 4.52 in long, 3.7 in high, and roughly 14 oz unloaded—the Micro Desert Eagle provides a 6+1 capacity in .380 ACP. Slide and frame markings include "MICRO DESERT EAGLE," "MAGNUM RESEARCH INC. MINNEAPOLIS MN USA," and "380 AUTO."