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Monday, April 6, 2026  ■  Product News

Magnum Research Elevates an Icon With New Zirconium Nitride Gold Desert Eagle Series

Magnum Research is proud to announce the latest evolution of its legendary Mark XIX platform, the Desert Eagle Zirconium Nitride Gold Series. As a long-standing icon of unyielding power and a premier symbol of authority in the firearms world, the Desert Eagle continues to set the standard for those who demand a fusion of breathtaking looks and world-class performance. This newest series features a brilliant, high-durability Zirconium Nitride Gold finish, providing a stunning gold luster that is engineered to withstand the rigors of heavy use.

To suit the specific tastes of collectors and shooters alike, the Zirconium Nitride Gold Series is available in two distinct color configurations. Customers can choose all gold in .50AE, .44 MAG, or .357Mag. The California model is only available in .44MAG, all gold. The newest version is a .50AE gold gun accented with striking black controls and appointments for a high-contrast, modern look. Each powerhouse is built on the proven Mark XIX platform, featuring a 6-inch barrel equipped with an integral Picatinny-style optic rail, allowing for easy customization with various sighting systems.

The Desert Eagle Zirconium Nitride Gold Series is beautiful, but still meant to be used. Every pistol is equipped with an ambidextrous safety for versatile operation and ergonomic black rubber grips specifically designed to help shooters manage the legendary recoil of the .50 AE chambering. Each firearm includes one magazine and is crafted with the precision engineering that has made Magnum Research a household name among shooters. Whether on the range or in a display case, the Zirconium Nitride Gold Series represents the pinnacle of the Desert Eagle legacy.

Zirconium Nitride Gold
DE50ZNG, DE44ZNG, DE357ZNG
$2,897

Zirconium Nitride Gold & Black Appointments
DE50ZNBK
$2,703

Zirconium Nitride Gold CA Approved
DE44CAG
$3,062