The .50 GI (12.7×23mmRB) pistol cartridge was developed by Alex Zimmermann of Guncrafter Industries. The .50 GI was introduced at the 2004 SHOT Show alongside the Guncrafter Industries Model No. 1, a variation of the M1911. The round has a rebated rim that is the same diameter as that of the .45 ACP. [1] [2]

Oct 20, 2009 · AR-15 owners will soon have another “point five-oh” option for their rifles: the .50 GI. Before now only 1911 and Glock conversion kits were available for the cartridge. The .50 GI was born out of the idea that if .40 was better than 9mm, and .45 was better than .40, then .50 must be better then .45.

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Jan 11, 2007 · What is the difference between the .50 AE and the .50 GI? Lots! The 50AE case is 1.29" or magnum length case with a base of .545 (.404 or Ultramag) rebated rim of .514" (44 Mag Size). It has a loaded length around 1.6" The .50 GI case is only .866 long for use in …

May 30, 2023 · The complete .50 GI™ conversion pistol. Comes with a Glock® frame, a conversion unit, and one 9 round magazine. Frames will be either a 20SF or 21SF, generation 3 or 4.

Guncrafters .50 GI looms over a standard .45 ACP (left). The rebated rim and slightly shorter case size of the .50 GI allows it to fit inside the dimensions of a standard 1911.

Both 50GI and 50AE are powerful 50-caliber pistol cartridges with similar caliber, size, and ballistics. The main differences between the two lie in their origin, case design, bullet weight and velocity, and perceived recoil. The better cartridge depends on personal preference, purpose, availability, cost, and shooting experience.

Mar 7, 2011 · The .50 GI Glock conversion unit will mount to any G20 or G21 frame. Simply remove the complete factory slide, barrel and recoil spring assembly and replace it with the .50 GI kit.

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The .50GI 275gr Jacketed Hollow Points are our hunting rounds. This round leaves the barrel at 875fps. This 275 JHP is not designed to expand at 50 GI velocities, BUT has the ability to penetrate over 40" (yes, 40").