The long-cylinder models of Magnum Research’s Biggest Finest Revolver are not only available chambered in the largest handgun cartridges such as the .460 and .500 Smith & Wesson Magnums but also in rifle cartridges. Particularly, the BFR is offered in the [Read More…]
The smallest long-cylinder Biggest Finest Revolver is what we have for today’s Photo Of The Day. Dubbed BFR Thunder Snub, this Magnum Research wheelgun is chambered in .45-70 Government and although it has a 3″ barrel, its overall length is over 10″ [Read More…]
Hello everyone and welcome back to another edition of The Rimfire Report! This ongoing series is all about the rimfire firearm world and its various guns, ammunition, sports, and more! Last week we talked about the hot new SIG Sauer P322 pistol. The P322 is quite an [Read More…]
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of their BFR (Biggest Finest Revolver) revolver, Magnum Research has announced a limited edition version of this wheelgun. The 20th Anniversary BFR is chambered in .45-70 Government, the first production caliber of the BFR [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, Hop shoots the first generation Walther P99 and the Magnum Research MR9 Eagle. Is the Magnum Research clone better than a real P99? Should James Bond have switched back to the PPK after the Brosnan era? Does anybody remember the Smith & Wesson SW99? Probably not. ««« [Read More…]
According to a recent press release it seems that the Baby Eagle is set to make a return, this time as the Series III. The Baby Eagle is a popular pistol produced by Magnum Research and they have just started importing the pistols again. The pistols are being [Read More…]
This year Magnum Research is bringing their custom 1911s to the market with a Crusader and a Viking-themed 1911, in addition to their Presidential Donald Trump Desert Eagle. We were told that the Presidental handgun will be sent to the Donal Trump Presidental Library collection. The Crusader and [Read More…]
Outlaw Ordnance and the Kahr Firearms Group have teamed up to bring the firearm industry some pretty gnarly custom pistols in the last couple of years, and they are at it again. Magnum Research has dropped their 2nd “Warrior Traditions” pistol with the [Read More…]
When looking around at different pawn shops around the state, I always think it’s amazing what I find. One of the best purchases I’ve made was the Magnum Research Mountain Eagle. This rarity was on the shelf for $150 originally and after some negotiation, I [Read More…]
It’s again one of those times of the year when the Desert Eagle’s eggs hatch. Again, as per tradition, the livery of the newborns shows a certain degree of boldness. Overall, the black and gold combination we have here appears somewhat less aggressive than [Read More…]
Magnum Research of the Kahr Arms Group has always been known for big-bore hand-cannons that put an immediate beaming smile on anyone’s face who shoots their products. They are also known for their exotic finishes that are truly one-of-a-kind. Recently Magnum [Read More…]
Magnum Research is most famously known for their “Big Boys,” their “D-Eagles,” or whatever affectionate moniker you would like to tie to the company who makes handguns in all things large. A new title they can add to their growing legend is [Read More…]
Magnum Research, the proud producers of huge handguns, is at it again with another goliath caliber in a revolver. Their newest endeavor is complete by bringing to market their BFR (Biggest, Finest Revolver) in the monstrous .500 Linebaugh cartridge. If we ignore rifle [Read More…]
Magnum Research announced an upgrade to the BFR line. BFR, which ostensibly stands for Big Frame Revolver, is the company’s line of single action wheel guns. Some of these guns are chambered in seriously powerful cartridges for handguns including the .30-30 Win, [Read More…]
Magnum Research, known for their large caliber handguns, has announced the release of their latest versions, this time adding in black tiger stripes. The new coloration is likely oriented for their customers who collect the handguns, as their other colors [Read More…]
Magnum Research announced two new finishes for the Desert Eagle line of pistols: Snakeskin and Kryptek Highlander. The finishes are applied to the gas-operated pistols using a water transfer method. Both .50 AE and .44 Magnum versions will be offered. These patterns [Read More…]
I’ve started gaining interest in install wood and/or laminate stocks for some of my rifles. I really screwed up and replaced the original stock on my Mosin with a cheap composite and I’ve been unhappy since (and I broke the original stock during the swap). [Read More…]
The Desert Eagle has been around since 1982, and one of its incarnations is the Baby Desert Eagle. Not only does the gun have more than three decades under its belt – or under its barrel, as it were – the company behind it is also now celebrating its 30th [Read More…]
Magnum Research brought a good representation of their line to SHOT, including perhaps every variation of the Desert Eagle. New for this year from Desert Eagle will be printed finish guns in numerous patterns (see the pictures below for the animal print versions) and a [Read More…]
[ I’d like to introduce you to our newest writer Katie A. Katie has an extensive background in writing gun reviews as well as articles on military topics. This is Katie’s first review for TFB and I hope you enjoy it! – Phil ] The Desert Eagle has [Read More…]
Adding to the Magnum Lite line, Magnum Research has released the MLR Ultra .22LR. It features a modular tension-type barrel made from very high quality steel. One variant of the rifle is also threaded for muzzle devices or a suppressor. Having shot some of their [Read More…]
Magnum Research is reintroducing the long 10″ barred version of the Desert Eagle. The Desert Eagle has a fixed barrel with a picatinny rail for optics, making it a good handgun hunting platform. The 10″ barrel will increase the velocity of the .50 AE or .44 [Read More…]
Magnum Research, a subsidiary of Kahr Arms, is getting into the accessory business. Their first accessory in the Glacier Ridge line is a thumbhole stock for the Ruger 10/22. USA manufactured Glacier Ridge replacement stocks are made from polypropylene with fiber [Read More…]
Magnum Research has apparently re-engineered their Magnum Lite .22 Magnum rifles. The Magnum Lite are high-end clones of the Ruger 10/22 and chambered in .22 WMR. I am not sure what is new, but here is the press release … The graphite rifle barrel utilizes [Read More…]
Magnum Research’s latest Magnum Lite (premium/target Ruger 10/22 clone) is the MLR22AT. From the press release … The MLR22AT will give .22 LR rifle shooters something to get excited about. The new ambidextrous lightweight thumbhole 10/22 stock is made of [Read More…]
Since 2009 all Desert Eagles have been produced in Magnum Research’s Pillager, Minn. facility. Magnum Research / Kahr will be selling a limited edition of the Desert Eagle featuring original (“classic”) parts made by IWI in Israel. These pistols will [Read More…]
Without much fanfare, Magnum Research has been manufacturing a licensed clone of the Walther P99 pistol called the MR “Fast Action” pistol. The polymer frames and steel accessory rail are made by Walther in Germany and shipped to the USA where the slide, [Read More…]
Kahr has just announced that they have purchased Magnum Research, the company best know for manufacturing the Desert Eagle. This acquisition allows Kahr to move into the lucrative full size pistol market. From the press release … PEARL RIVER, NY – Kahr Arms, the [Read More…]
Magnum Research is manufacturing a 1911 which will go on sale next year! Two sized model will be on offer. Magnum Research has entered the 1911 segment of the handgun market with its first two offerings, a full-size (5.055” barrel) and semi-compact (4.33” barrel) [Read More…]
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Carbon Research brought their revolutionary carbon fiber high-end, lightweight suppressors to SHOT Show 2024’s Industry Range Day. CR22 Can One of the standout models is the CR22 can. Carbon Research employed a Ruger 22LR Precision Rifle equipped with the CR22 [Read More…]
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