The Assimilated Compression Bolt Pistol switches to a standard plasma beam rifle when used by Bridge Officers. I believe it may have something to do with the secondary fire option. I haven't seen it happen on my captain yet.
U.S.S. Endeavour NCC-71895 - Nebula-class
Commanding Officer: Captain Pyotr Ramonovich Amosov
Dedication Plaque: "Nil Intentatum Reliquit"
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