Calico Light Weapons Systems · Personal-Defense-Weapon · Out Of Production · 1989
| Weight (empty) | 1021 g (36.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 360 mm (14.17") |
| Barrel Length | 152 mm (5.98") |
| Magazine Capacity | 50 rounds |
| Action Type | Roller Delayed Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 395 m/s (1296 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 580 J (428 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 75 m (82 yd) |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
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