Calico M950

Calico Light Weapons Systems · Personal-Defense-Weapon · Out Of Production · 1989

Weight (empty)1021 g (36.0 oz)
Overall Length360 mm (14.17")
Barrel Length152 mm (5.98")
Magazine Capacity50 rounds
Action TypeRoller Delayed Blowback
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Muzzle Velocity395 m/s (1296 fps)
Muzzle Energy580 J (428 ft·lbf)
Effective Range75 m (82 yd)
Frame MaterialAluminum

Primary Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum

The Calico M950 is an American semi-automatic pistol introduced in June 1989 by Calico Light Weapons Systems. Designed by Mike Miller and Warren Stockton, it chambers 9×19mm Parabellum and operates on a roller-delayed blowback action borrowed conceptually from the H&K MP5. Its defining feature is a top-mounted helical (spiral) drum magazine holding 50 or 100 rounds, paired with downward brass ejection — giving it a futuristic profile that made it a staple of 1980s/90s sci-fi cinema. With a 6-inc...

Country of Origin: United States

Designer: Mike Miller, Warren Stockton