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The M6A magnum is a variant of [[Misriah Armory]]'s [[M6 series]] of pistols, and is noted for its comfort. By [[2552]], it has been largely phased out of military use and only sees widespread distribution in [[law enforcement|civilian security forces]].{{Ref/Reuse|bnetM6G}}
The M6A magnum is a variant of [[Misriah Armory]]'s [[M6 series]] of pistols, and is noted for its comfort. By [[2552]], it has been largely phased out of military use and only sees widespread distribution in [[law enforcement|civilian security forces]].{{Ref/Reuse|bnetM6G}}


The M6A fires [[M225 Semi-Armor-Piercing High-Explosive|12.7×40mm]] projectiles, and has a black polymer finish. Unlike other models such as the [[M6D]] or the [[M6G]], it is not up-sized to fit [[MJOLNIR armor]].<ref>[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/odst/guide.aspx '''Bungie.net''': ''Halo 3: ODST Field Guide'']</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide to the Halo Universe]]''', ''page 321'' (2011)</ref>
The M6A fires [[M225 Semi-Armor-Piercing High-Explosive|12.7×40mm]] projectiles, and has a black polymer finish. Unlike other models such as the [[M6D]] or the [[M6G]], it is not up-sized to fit [[MJOLNIR armor]].<ref>[http://halo.bungie.net/projects/odst/guide.aspx '''Bungie.net''': ''Halo 3: ODST Field Guide'']</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia (2009 edition)]]''', ''page 321'' (2011)</ref>


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M6A magnum
Production overview

Manufacturer:

Misriah Armory

Model series:

M6 series

Type:

Magnum caliber pistol

Specifications

Ammunition type:

12.7×40mm

Operation:

Short recoil principle

Rate of fire:

Semi-automatic

 

"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 M6A magnum is a standard-issue United Nations Space Command sidearm.[1]

Background

The M6A magnum is a variant of Misriah Armory's M6 series of pistols, and is noted for its comfort. By 2552, it has been largely phased out of military use and only sees widespread distribution in civilian security forces.[1]

The M6A fires 12.7×40mm projectiles, and has a black polymer finish. Unlike other models such as the M6D or the M6G, it is not up-sized to fit MJOLNIR armor.[2][3]

Sources