Thread: Magnum Research Desert Eagle 44 mag ammo

> quote: Originally posted by tsavo303 +1 also they reccomend 240 gr, although mine functions fine with 180grs quote: Originally posted by fordsix any kind of jacketed 44 is fine just no all lead bullets thats what plugs the gas ports How about 300 grain Remington?

> Go to the Magnum Research Website, frequently asked questions and it will give you a list of ammo that will work. I have tried other ammo and found the reliability wasn't there. When I have shot off the list I have had no problems. http://www.magnumresearch.com/FAQ_deserteagle.asp

> I shoot soft nose through mine without problem, along with jhp. The only thing that gives me issues is .44 specials, it efectively turns it into a single shot. Just clean it after you shoot it and you shouldnt have any issues out of it. It just isnt a gun you can shoot, and put away dirty.

> Hope you have alot of money to spend- .44 mag is not cheap. quote: Originally posted by alligator123 I have just purchased a Magnum Research Desert Eagle 44 Mag. and was wondering what is the best ammo to use. I understand soft nose ammo will plug up the ports so I have been looking at jacketed hollow point. Has anyone shot jhp's with this gun and does it feed smoothly? I can't seem to find any fmj 44 ammo. Thanks

> any kind of jacketed 44 is fine just no all lead bullets thats what plugs the gas ports

> +1 also they reccomend 240 gr, although mine functions fine with 180grs quote: Originally posted by fordsix any kind of jacketed 44 is fine just no all lead bullets thats what plugs the gas ports