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[[File:H5G-M6H2vsM6D.png|thumb|250px|The M6H2 (left) and the M6D (right).]]
{{Quote|The M6 has been in service for about a hundred and forty years… it’s amazing to think how little it has changed in all that time.|Anonymous [[UNSC]] serviceman}}
{{Quote|The M6 is either the world’s biggest pistol or the world’s smallest rifle — I’m not sure which.|Unknown UNSC serviceman{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}}}}
[[Image:HaloArmsRace3.JPG|thumb|[[M6G|One of many handguns from the M6 Series]] being produced by [[Misriah Armories]].]]
The '''M6 Personal Defense Weapon System''' is a series of [[handgun]] produced by [[Misriah Armory]].{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} Common slang terms for the M6 series handguns include ''go-mag'', ''hand cannon'', ''power drill'', ''HE pistol'', and ''heavy pistol''.{{Ref/Book|Enc09|Section=UNSC Weapons|Page=307}}{{Ref/Book|Enc11|Section=UNSC Weapons|Page=321}}{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}


The '''M6 Personal Defense Weapon System''' is a series of short-barreled weapons produced by [[Misriah Armories]].  
==Overview==
{{Quote|The longevity of the M6 has always been more about pork barrels and [[Slipspace]] travel than reliability or the so-called brilliance of its design.|Anonymous UNSC serviceman{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}}}}
The M6 series have seen major widespread distribution through the [[United Nations Space Command]] armed forces as lighter firearms, although they are not always seen as primary weapons, because of their lighter penetrating power.  


==Introduction==
===Design details===
They have seen widespread distribution through the [[United Nations Space Command Defense Force]] as lighter firearms, although they are not always seen as primary [[weapons]] because of their lighter penetrating power. (Some M6 variants are used more by [[UNSC]] ground forces and are more powerful, such as the [[M6D]], used in the time period around ''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'').
{{Quote|It’s strange. Normally a big bore means access to a greater variety of exotic munitions, but we just don’t see that variety in the field.|Unknown UNSC serviceman{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}}}}
The M6 series weapons are recoil-operated and magazine-fed, and typically fire 12.7×40mm projectile ammunition, and despite the large caliber, oftentimes "exotic" ammunition is not utilized. They are also remarkably large and overpowered to an extent, appearing to be redolent of a cross between a pistol and a rifle in size. In addition to power, the M6 line of weaponry is designed to be exceedingly rugged and reliable, and the guns are able to remain operational after [[Slipspace]] transitions and high-g aerial maneuvers, as well as the rigors sustained during standard combat. However, the heavy weight limits its distribution amongst personnel, and the M6 weapons have a tendency to drop casings on the wielder's foot,{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}} leading some UNSC personnel to favor the [[M7 SMG]], which operates on a caseless system.  


They have seen usage in the UNSC for almost 140 years<ref name=M6G>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/halo3/content.aspx?link=h3pistol Bungie Halo-Bible Entry]</ref>.
They have remained remarkably unchanged during their decades of service, although there are a large number of variants. The M6 series handguns are issued in three different finishes: hard chrome, black polymer, and electroless nickel.{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}}{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}} Some variants of the M6 series have been 'up-sized' to approximately 117% their normal size to better facilitate use by [[SPARTAN Program|Spartans]].{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}
[[File:HaloArmsRace3.JPG|thumb|[[M6G magnum|M6G handguns]] being produced by Misriah Armory on Mars.]]
===History===
{{Quote|The M6 has been in service for about a hundred and forty years… it’s amazing to think how little it has changed in all that time.|Anonymous UNSC serviceman{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}}}}
M6 series handguns have seen usage in the UNSC since [[2414]].{{Ref/Book|Id=HOSFM186|OSFM|Page=186}}{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}}{{Ref/Site|Id=old waypoint|URL=http://halo.xbox.com/en-us/intel/theuniverse/tech/gallery/magnum/f4c403d6-269e-499a-ac14-9a696e0a5b27|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Magnum|D=20|M=09|Y=2011}}{{Ref/Site|Id=Waypoint|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/weapons/magnum|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Magnum|D=01|M=6|Y=2020}}{{Ref/Reuse|HOSFM186}} The M6C was almost universally adopted during the [[Human-Covenant War]],{{Ref/Book|Enc22|Page=164}} though the M6G and M6G2 thrived during the war.{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}


==Characteristics==
In the year following the War, the M6H2 was dominant magnum in use with all branches{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} and in [[2555]] the M6H was designated the standard side arm of all UNSC branches.{{Ref/Reuse|Waypoint}}{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
The M6 series weapons are recoil-operated and magazine-fed, and typically fire 12.7x40mm projectile ammunition, and despite the large caliber, oftentimes "exotic" ammunition is not utilized. They are also remarkably large and overpowered to an extent, appearing to be redolent of a cross between a pistol or a rifle in size. In addition to power, the M6 line of weaponry is designed to be rugged and reliable, and the guns are able to remain operational after [[Slipspace]] transitions and high-g aerial maneuvers. However, the heavy weight limits its distribution amongst personnel, and the M6 weapons have a tendency to drop casings on the wielder's foot <ref name=M6G></ref>, leading some UNSC personnel to favor the [[M7/Caseless Submachine Gun]] which operates on a caseless system.


They have remained remarkably unchanged during its decades of service, although there are a large number of variants, such as the ''A'', ''B'', ''C'', ''D'', ''G'', and ''J'' variants. The M6 series handguns are issued in three different finishes: hard chrome, black polymer, and electroless nickel<ref name=M6G></ref>.
==Variants==
{{Quote|The M6 has been around forever; the number of variants and configurations is dizzying... have you ever seen an M6J(C) — the Army’s carbine variant?|Unknown UNSC serviceman{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}}}}
{{Quote|The '''A'''<nowiki />'s and '''B'''<nowiki />'s are way more comfortable to shoot, but you don’t see many of them outside of civilian security forces anymore.|Anonymous UNSC serviceman{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}}}}
*'''[[M6A magnum]]''' - Used mostly by [[civilian]] [[law enforcement|security forces]],{{Ref/Site|Id=bnetm6g|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/projects/halo3/content.aspx?link=h3pistol|Site=Bungie.net|Page=The M6G Pistol|D=24|M=01|Y=2021|LocalArchive=Machines, Materiel and Munitions from the Human-Covenant Conflict, 2525 - Present/M6G}} standard issue/black polymer finish.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
*'''[[M6B magnum]]''' -  Used mostly by civilian security forces,{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}} [[KFA-2 x2]] scope, hard chrome finish.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
*'''[[M6C magnum]]''' - 'Up-sized', armed with High Penetration ammunition, black polymer finish.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
**'''[[M6C/SOCOM]]''' - Accurized, Issued with smart-linked 4× scope VnSLS/V 6E, sound suppressor, muzzle brake, and black polymer finish.{{Ref/Site|Id=H3R|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/projects/odst/guide.aspx|Site=Bungie.net|Page=Halo 3: ODST Project Page}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}} Also designated '''M6S'''.{{Ref/Book|Enc22|Page=166}}
*'''[[M6D magnum]]''' - 'Up-sized', and officer's model armed with High-Explosive ammunition and featuring a KFA-2 x2 scope.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
*'''[[M6E magnum]]''' - Standard issue/electroless nickel finish.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
*'''[[M6F magnum]]''' - Officer's model, smart-linked scope [[KFA-2]]/electroless nickel finish.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
*'''[[M6G magnum]]''' - 'Up-sized', standard issue with electroless nickel finish{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}} and armed with High Explosive ammunition.{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}}
**'''[[M6G2 magnum]]''' - Modification package of the [[UNSC Army]]'s standard [[M6G magnum]], intended for service within the [[UNSC Marine Corps]].{{Ref/Site|Id=Modification|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/projects/halo3/content.aspx?link=h3pistol|Site=Bungie.net|Page=The M6G Pistol|Quote=The modification package to the latest revision of the M6 pistol series: The M6G PDWS.|Quotee=Page embed link text|D=24|M=01|Y=2021}}{{Ref/Book|Id=Enc22|Enc22|Page=165}}
*'''[[M6H magnum]]''' - 'Up-sized', officer's model with smart-linked scope [[KFA-2]]/electroless nickel finish.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
**'''[[M6H2 magnum]]''' - Recoil operated, semi-automatic{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/canon-fodder-locke-load|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Locke & Load|D=01|M=6|Y=2020}} with 12 round magazine and smart-linking abilities.{{Ref/Game|H5G|Detail=gameplay}}
***'''[[Whispered Truth]]'''
*'''[[M6I magnum]]''' - Select-fire variant; detachable shoulder-stock/black polymer finish.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
*'''[[M6J/C carbine]]''' - [[UNSC Army]] [[carbine]] variant.{{Ref/Reuse|bnetm6g}} 355mm barrel, detachable shoulder-stock/electroless nickel finish.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
*'''[[M6K magnum]]''' - Police 'undercover' variant; 6 round magazine capacity/black polymer finish.{{Ref/Reuse|H3R}}{{Ref/Reuse|old waypoint}}
*'''[[M6P pocket pistol]]''' - Pocket pistol variant.{{Ref/Novel|Ret|Chapter= 1}}
*'''[[M6/Z magnum]]''' - Machine pistol variant.{{Ref/Site|Id=CFFood|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/news/canon-fodder-food-for-thought|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Food for Thought|D=07|M=10|Y=2022}}
<gallery class=center>
File:H2A M6CPistol.png|The M6C magnum.
File:M6C SOCOM r.png|The M6C/SOCOM or M6S magnum.
File:H5G-M6DMagnumPistol-Side.png|The M6D magnum.
File:HReach-M6GMagnumPistol-LeftSide.png|The M6G magnum.
File:H3-M6GMagnumPistol.png|The M6G2 magnum.
File:H4-M6HMagnumPistol-SideRender.png|The M6H magnum.
File:H5G-Render-Pistol.png|The M6H2 magnum.
File:H5 Whispered truth.png|Whispered Truth.
File:SS Icon MachinePistols.png|The M6/Z magnum.
</gallery>
==Gameplay==
{{Main|Magnum|Halo: Combat Evolved Pistol}}


==Known Models==
The Magnum has been featured as a usable weapon in almost every single ''Halo'' title.
*[[M6A Handgun]] - Used mostly by [[civilian]] security forces, standard issue/black polymer finish.<ref name=M6G/>
*[[M6B Handgun]] - Used mostly by civilian security forces, [[KFA-2 x2]] scope, hard chrome finish.<ref name=M6G/>
*[[M6C Personal Defense Weapon System|M6C Magnum Sidearm]] - ''[[Halo 2]]''-era UNSC sidearm, 'up-sized', armed with High Penetration ammunition, black polymer finish.<ref name=M6G/>
**[[M6C/SOCOM]] - ''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''-era UNSC sidearm, issued with smart-linked 4X scope VnSLS/V 6E, sound suppressor, muzzle brake, and black polymer finish.<ref name=H3:ODST>[http://www.bungie.net/projects/odst/guide.aspx Halo 3: ODST Project Page]</ref>
*[[M6D Personal Defense Weapon System|M6D Magnum Sidearm]] - ''Halo: Combat Evolved''-era UNSC sidearm, 'up-sized', armed with High Explosive ammunition and featuring KFA-2 x2 scope<ref name=M6G/>
*[[M6E Handgun]]: standard issue/electroless nickel finish.<ref name=H3:ODST/>
*[[M6F Handgun]]: smart-linked scope [[KFA-2]]/electroless nickel finish.<ref name=H3:ODST/>
*[[M6G Personal Defense Weapon System|M6G Magnum Sidearm]] - ''[[Halo 3]]'' and ''[[Halo: Reach]]''<ref>[http://gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2010/01/26/feature-Noble-Team-Profile-2.aspx-era Game Informer]</ref> UNSC sidearm, 'up-sized', armed with High Explosive ammunition and electroless nickel finish.<ref name=H3:ODST/>
*[[M6H Handgun]]: 'up-sized', smart-linked scope [[KFA-2]]/electroless nickel finish.<ref name=H3:ODST/>
*[[M6I Handgun]]: select-fire variant; detachable shoulder-stock/black polymer finish.<ref name=H3:ODST/>
*[[M6J Carbine]] - [[UNSC Army]] [[carbine]] variant of the M6 series. 355mm barrel, detachable shoulder-stock/electroless nickel finish.<ref name=H3:ODST/>
*[[M6K Handgun]]: police 'undercover' variant; 6 round magazine capacity/black polymer finish.<ref name=H3:ODST/>


==Trivia==
==List of appearances==
*Despite constant comparison with the real world IMI Desert Eagle pistol for their sharing of appearance, size, and ammunition calibers, the M6 remains drastically different for being recoil-operated instead of the Desert Eagle's unique gas operation.
{{col-begin}}
*The M6C/SOCOM and M6D are the only M6 Series variants thus far which utilize an aim assisting device during gameplay: a 2x and 4x magnification smart-linked scope. The ''Halo 3'' M6G has a laser sight, although not usable during gameplay.
{{col-2}}
*Common slang terms for the M6 series handguns are: Go-mag, cannon, hand cannon, power drill, HE pistol, heavy pistol.
*''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]'' {{1st}}
*Despite using the same kind of ammo (with the exception of the M6C, which uses non-explosive ammunition), all of the three said M6 pistols encountered in the games do different damage. This is due to game balancing, but it makes sense to say that shielding/armor technologies have changed slightly, or that the guns have slightly different power.
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]''
*Some variants of the M6 Series have been 'up-sized' to be used by SPARTAN-IIs. The 'up-sizing' factor is 117%, a reference to John-117.
*''[[Halo: The Flood]]''
*''[[Halo: First Strike]]''
*''[[i love bees]]''
*''[[Halo 2]]''
*''[[Halo Graphic Novel]]''
**''[[Breaking Quarantine]]''
*''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]''
*''[[Starry Night]]''
*''[[Believe]]''  
**''[[Diorama]]'' {{C|Diorama only}}
*''[[Halo: Landfall]]''
**''[[Halo: Arms Race]]''
*''[[Halo: Uprising]]''
*''[[Halo 3]]''
*''[[Halo: Contact Harvest]]''
*''[[Halo: The Cole Protocol]]''
*''[[Halo Wars]]''
*''[[Halo: Helljumper]]''
*''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''
*''[[Halo Legends]]''
**''[[Origins]]''
**''[[Homecoming]]''
**''[[The Babysitter]]''
*''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''
**''[[Stomping on the Heels of a Fuss]]''
**''[[Palace Hotel]]''
**''[[The Mona Lisa]]''
*''[[Halo: Blood Line]]''
*''[[Remember Reach]]''
**''[[Deliver Hope]]''
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*''[[Halo: Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Fall of Reach]]''
**''[[Halo: Fall of Reach - Invasion|Invasion]]''
*''[[Halo Living Monument]]''
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary]]''
**''[[Terminal (Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary)|Terminals]]''
*''[[Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn]]''
*''[[Halo 4]]''
**''[[Spartan Ops]]''
*''[[Halo: Spartan Assault]]''
*''[[Halo: Initiation]]''
*''[[Halo: Escalation]]''
*''[[Halo: Mortal Dictata]]''
*''[[Halo: Nightfall]]''
*''[[Halo 2: Anniversary]]''
*''[[Halo: Spartan Strike]]''
*''[[Halo: Last Light]]''
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]''
*''[[Halo Mythos]]''
*''[[Halo: Smoke and Shadow]]''
*''[[Halo Wars 2]]
*''[[Halo: Retribution]]''
*''[[Halo: Legacy of Onyx]]''
*''[[Halo: Bad Blood]]''
*''[[Halo: Fireteam Raven]]''
*''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]''
*''[[Halo: Lone Wolf]]''
*''[[Halo: Outpost Discovery]]''
*''[[Halo: Oblivion]]''
*''[[Halo: Shadows of Reach]]''
*''[[Halo: Point of Light]]''
*''[[Halo: The Rubicon Protocol]]''
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==Sources==
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Revision as of 17:46, August 28, 2023

The M6H2 (left) and the M6D (right).

"The M6 is either the world’s biggest pistol or the world’s smallest rifle — I’m not sure which."
— Unknown UNSC serviceman[1]

The M6 Personal Defense Weapon System is a series of handgun produced by Misriah Armory.[2][3][4] Common slang terms for the M6 series handguns include go-mag, hand cannon, power drill, HE pistol, and heavy pistol.[5][6][3]

Overview

"The longevity of the M6 has always been more about pork barrels and Slipspace travel than reliability or the so-called brilliance of its design."
— Anonymous UNSC serviceman[1]

The M6 series have seen major widespread distribution through the United Nations Space Command armed forces as lighter firearms, although they are not always seen as primary weapons, because of their lighter penetrating power.

Design details

"It’s strange. Normally a big bore means access to a greater variety of exotic munitions, but we just don’t see that variety in the field."
— Unknown UNSC serviceman[1]

The M6 series weapons are recoil-operated and magazine-fed, and typically fire 12.7×40mm projectile ammunition, and despite the large caliber, oftentimes "exotic" ammunition is not utilized. They are also remarkably large and overpowered to an extent, appearing to be redolent of a cross between a pistol and a rifle in size. In addition to power, the M6 line of weaponry is designed to be exceedingly rugged and reliable, and the guns are able to remain operational after Slipspace transitions and high-g aerial maneuvers, as well as the rigors sustained during standard combat. However, the heavy weight limits its distribution amongst personnel, and the M6 weapons have a tendency to drop casings on the wielder's foot,[1] leading some UNSC personnel to favor the M7 SMG, which operates on a caseless system.

They have remained remarkably unchanged during their decades of service, although there are a large number of variants. The M6 series handguns are issued in three different finishes: hard chrome, black polymer, and electroless nickel.[1][4] Some variants of the M6 series have been 'up-sized' to approximately 117% their normal size to better facilitate use by Spartans.[3]

M6G2 magnums being produced at Misriah Armory on Mars in Halo: Arms Race.
M6G handguns being produced by Misriah Armory on Mars.

History

"The M6 has been in service for about a hundred and forty years… it’s amazing to think how little it has changed in all that time."
— Anonymous UNSC serviceman[1]

M6 series handguns have seen usage in the UNSC since 2414.[7][1][2][4][7] The M6C was almost universally adopted during the Human-Covenant War,[8] though the M6G and M6G2 thrived during the war.[9]

In the year following the War, the M6H2 was dominant magnum in use with all branches[9] and in 2555 the M6H was designated the standard side arm of all UNSC branches.[4][9]

Variants

"The M6 has been around forever; the number of variants and configurations is dizzying... have you ever seen an M6J(C) — the Army’s carbine variant?"
— Unknown UNSC serviceman[1]

"The A's and B's are way more comfortable to shoot, but you don’t see many of them outside of civilian security forces anymore."
— Anonymous UNSC serviceman[1]
  • The M6C magnum.

    The M6C magnum.

  • The M6C/SOCOM or M6S magnum.

    The M6C/SOCOM or M6S magnum.

  • The M6D magnum.

    The M6D magnum.

  • The M6G magnum.

    The M6G magnum.

  • The M6G2 magnum.

    The M6G2 magnum.

  • The M6H magnum.

    The M6H magnum.

  • The M6H2 magnum.

    The M6H2 magnum.

  • Whispered Truth.

    Whispered Truth.

  • The M6/Z magnum.

    The M6/Z magnum.

Gameplay

Main articles: Magnum, Halo: Combat Evolved Pistol

The Magnum has been featured as a usable weapon in almost every single Halo title.

List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m Bungie.net, The M6G Pistol (Retrieved on Jan 24, 2021) [local archive] [external archive]
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n Halo Waypoint, Magnum (Retrieved on Sep 20, 2011) [archive]
  3. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o Bungie.net, Halo 3: ODST Project Page (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
  4. ^ a b c d Halo Waypoint, Magnum (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
  5. ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition) - UNSC Weapons, page 307
  6. ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2011 edition) - UNSC Weapons, page 321
  7. ^ a b Halo: Official Spartan Field Manual, page 186
  8. ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 164
  9. ^ a b c d Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 165
  10. ^ Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 166
  11. ^ Bungie.net, The M6G Pistol: "The modification package to the latest revision of the M6 pistol series: The M6G PDWS." - Page embed link text (Retrieved on Jan 24, 2021) [archive]
  12. ^ Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Locke & Load (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]
  13. ^ Halo 5: Guardians: gameplay
  14. ^ Halo: Retribution, chapter 1
  15. ^ Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Food for Thought (Retrieved on Oct 7, 2022) [archive]

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