Madsen M50

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	Weapon: Madsen M50 Type: Submachine Gun Country of Origin: Denmark Year Adopted: 1950 Overall Length (mm): 800.0 Overall Length (in): 31.5 Weight (kg): 3.00 Weight (pounds): 6.61

The Madsen M50 was a Danish submachine gun developed in the mid-20th century. It was designed as a simple, cost-effective firearm for military and police forces, featuring a blowback-operated mechanism and chambered for 9x19mm Parabellum. The M50 had a distinctive folding stock and a cylindrical receiver, making it compact and easy to transport.

The Madsen M50 was adopted by several countries, including Denmark, Colombia, and Israel, and saw action in various conflicts during the 1950s and 1960s. It was particularly popular with police and paramilitary units due to its simplicity and ease of use. However, it was eventually replaced by more advanced submachine guns such as the Uzi and the MP5.

Though it is no longer in widespread use, the Madsen M50 is remembered for its role in the development of post-World War II submachine guns. Its utilitarian design and effectiveness in close-quarters combat ensured its place in military and law enforcement history.