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==Overview==
==Overview==
===Design details===
===Design details===
The Gunfighter Magnum is a stripped down M6H2 that had the trigger guard, under-barrel flashlight module and smart link module removed, but has been modified with fast-reload magazines. These modifications were made for competition purposes and have reduced the weight to allow quick draws and fast reloads.{{Ref/Game|H5G|List of REQ Cards|REQ Card|Detail=Gunfighter Magnum description}}
The Gunfighter Magnum is a stripped down M6H2 handgun that had its trigger guard, under-barrel flashlight module, and [[Projection sight]] module removed. It was further modified with fast-reload magazines. These modifications were made for competition purposes to allow for quicker weapon draws and faster reloads.
{{Citation needed}}


==Variants==
==Variants==
*'''Buck's Magnum''':
*'''Buck's Magnum''':
The sidearm of spartan [[Edward Buck]]. His Magnum has the same gunfighter receiever, in addition to having parts of other magnums like the Whispered Truth slide, and the front sight of the Projection Sight, appearing to have been attached separately{{Citation needed}}
The sidearm of [[Spartan-IV]] [[Edward Buck]]. His magnum has the standard gunfighter receiver and the same slide as the Whispered Truth.{{Citation needed}}
*'''[[Whispered Truth]]''':
*'''[[Whispered Truth]]''':
The Whispered Truth is a magnum machine pistol that fires in burst. It has the same modifications as the Gunfighter, but has been mounted with a custom nickel plated slide and a supressor.
The Whispered Truth is a magnum machine pistol that fires in burst. It has the same modifications as the Gunfighter, but has been mounted with a custom nickel plated slide and a [[Suppressor]].{{Citation needed}}
 
==Trivia==
The Gunfighter Magnum's design and gameplay attributes are based on [[Wikipedia: Racegun|Race guns]]. These types of firearms have modified parts ranging from compensators, skeletonized triggers, magwells for easier introducing of a fresh magazine and/or optical sights.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery> File:Weapon_Gunfighter_Magnum.png|The weapon as seen in the [[REQ|REQ menu]]
<gallery> File:Weapon_Gunfighter_Magnum.png|The Gunfighter Magnum [[REQ]] card.
File:H5G-Unloaded_Magnum.png|A standard [[M6H2]] with its smart link module removed and empty
File:H5G-Venator&GunfighterM6H2.png|A [[Venator]]-clad spartan wielding the Gunfighter Magnum.
File:H5G-Venator&GunfighterM6H2.png|A [[Venator]]-clad spartan wielding the weapon in-game
File:H5G-GunfighterM6H2HUD.png|A first-person view of the Gunfighter Magnum.
File:H5G-GunfighterM6H2HUD.png
File:H5G-GunfighterM6H2zoom.png|Aiming down sights with the Gunfighter Magnum prior to the Overdrive update.
File:H5G-GunfighterM6H2zoom.png|Aiming Down Sights prior to the Overdrive Update
File:H5G - Gunfighter M6H2 Magnum - Overdrive update smart scope.PNG|Aiming down sights with the Gunfighter Magnum after the Overdrive update.
File:H5G - Gunfighter M6H2 Magnum - Overdrive update smart scope.PNG|ADS the weapon after said Update.
File:496px-H5G_-_Anvil's_Legacy_REQs.jpg|The [[Anvil's Legacy]] content update poster with it's items.
</gallery>
</gallery>
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo 5: Guardians]]'' {{1st}}


==Sources==
==Sources==
{{Ref/Sources}}
{{Ref/Sources}}
{{Navbox/Universe/HumanSidearms/M6Pistols}}
{{Navbox/Universe/HumanSidearms/M6Pistols}}

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Gunfighter Magnum
Magnum Quickdraw.png
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory[1]

Model series:

M6 series

Type:

Magnum caliber pistol

Variants:

M6H2

Specifications

Length:

14.4 inches (37 cm)[1]

Ammunition type:

12.7×40mm M225 Semi-Armor-Piercing High-Explosive[1]

Capacity:

12 rounds

Feed system:

12-round detachable box magazine[2][1]

Operation:

Recoil-operated, magazine-fed[3]

Rate of fire:

~150 RPM

 

"Lightweight competition pistol carried by Spartan operators who prefer a no-frills backup firearm. Quick draw Magnum with fast-reload magazines. Iron sights only, no Smart-Link module is attached."
— In-game description[2]

The Gunfighter Magnum is a variant of the M6H2 magnum of the M6 series of handguns.[citation needed]

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

The Gunfighter Magnum is a stripped down M6H2 handgun that had its trigger guard, under-barrel flashlight module, and Projection sight module removed. It was further modified with fast-reload magazines. These modifications were made for competition purposes to allow for quicker weapon draws and faster reloads. [citation needed]

Variants[edit]

  • Buck's Magnum:

The sidearm of Spartan-IV Edward Buck. His magnum has the standard gunfighter receiver and the same slide as the Whispered Truth.[citation needed]

The Whispered Truth is a magnum machine pistol that fires in burst. It has the same modifications as the Gunfighter, but has been mounted with a custom nickel plated slide and a Suppressor.[citation needed]

Trivia[edit]

The Gunfighter Magnum's design and gameplay attributes are based on Race guns. These types of firearms have modified parts ranging from compensators, skeletonized triggers, magwells for easier introducing of a fresh magazine and/or optical sights.

Gallery[edit]

  • The Gunfighter Magnum REQ card.

    The Gunfighter Magnum REQ card.

  • A Venator-clad spartan wielding the Gunfighter Magnum.

    A Venator-clad spartan wielding the Gunfighter Magnum.

  • A first-person view of the Gunfighter Magnum.

    A first-person view of the Gunfighter Magnum.

  • Aiming down sights with the Gunfighter Magnum prior to the Overdrive update.

    Aiming down sights with the Gunfighter Magnum prior to the Overdrive update.

  • Aiming down sights with the Gunfighter Magnum after the Overdrive update.

    Aiming down sights with the Gunfighter Magnum after the Overdrive update.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d Halo Encyclopedia (2022 edition), page 165
  2. ^ a b Halo 5: Guardians, Gunfighter Magnum in-game weapon and REQ description
  3. ^ Halo Waypoint, Cannon Fodder - Locke & Load (Retrieved on Nov 8, 2020) [archive]

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