Baikal 9mm Makarov

EW3 · September 24th, 2008, 08:22 PM

I went to a gun auction today with my Dad, and this Russian Baikal Makarov was just calling out my name. I set my limit to what I'd spend at $200 and when it came up, I outbid another guy and got it for $200.

How did I do? I found a receipt inside the user manual from October, 1993 showing the gun sold new for $150. It looks like it may have been only one previous owner who shot it very little if at all, it's in great shape. I picked up a box of the 9x18 Makarov ammo from my local gunshop (yikes, that stuff is steep!

) and will give it a tryout tomorrow.

pgrass101 · September 24th, 2008, 08:40 PM

You did pretty good.

I have the same pistol but in .380 (in 1996) for $127

I bought a 9x18mm barrel and barrel press from Makarov.com two years ago. I have used them for grips and mags and always have recieved good service.

I now have 2 9x18mm Maks (East German) they are good shooters

dmorris68 · September 24th, 2008, 09:00 PM

I took a Makarov from an Iraqi officer EPW we captured back in GW1. Excellent condition, looked like it had never been fired, holster looked brand new too. I tried to keep it as a trophy, but the CSM made me give it up. Found out later that HE brought it back and kept it himself! RHIP as they say in the military.

EW3 · September 24th, 2008, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dmorris68

I took a Makarov from an Iraqi officer EPW we captured back in GW1. Excellent condition, looked like it had never been fired, holster looked brand new too. I tried to keep it as a trophy, but the CSM made me give it up. Found out later that HE brought it back and kept it himself! RHIP as they say in the military.

LOL, let me guess...that CSM goes around telling everyone that he took the Mak off the Iraqi officer.

EW3 · September 24th, 2008, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by pgrass101

You did pretty good.

I have the same pistol but in .380 (in 1996) for $127

I bought a 9x18mm barrel and barrel press from Makarov.com two years ago. I have used them for grips and mags and always have recieved good service.

I now have 2 9x18mm Maks (East German) they are good shooters

Any info, tips, tricks to know about? I cannot use Wolf or other Russkie ammo at my range; they don't allow any steel or aluminum cased ammo.
Where can I get a good OWB holster? I'd get one from Nate at UBG, but he doesn't make one for the Makarov, hint, hint...

pgrass101 · September 24th, 2008, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by EW3

Any info, tips, tricks to know about? I cannot use Wolf or other Russkie ammo at my range; they don't allow any steel or aluminum cased ammo.
Where can I get a good OWB holster? I'd get one from Nate at UBG, but he doesn't make one for the Makarov, hint, hint...

My Mak have eaten every type of ammo I ever feed it including the .380 Mak.

Don Humes Holsters for Colt Mustang's fit My Maks, mines IWB though.

I would suggest replacing the rear sight with the fixed one avalible on Makarov.com and getting some better grips. There are not many tricks except for painting the front sight and going to a range that lets you shot cheap steel cased ammo, 'cause Maks love steel cased ammo.

randytulsa2 · September 25th, 2008, 02:34 AM

Maks are tanks and surprisingly accurate.

Never seen one with those target-type rear sights, though....

para owner · September 25th, 2008, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by pgrass101

I would suggest replacing the rear sight with the fixed one avalible on Makarov.com and getting some better grips. There are not many tricks except for painting the front sight and going to a range that lets you shot cheap steel cased ammo, 'cause Maks love steel cased ammo.

Lots of luck with finding the fixed rear sight for the adjustable replacement, I've been looking for months for one. Makarov.com is closing and sold most of its inventory, so parts are going to become a little more scarce.
The Mak is a great accurate piece, I love mine!!

pgrass101 · September 25th, 2008, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by para owner

Lots of luck with finding the fixed rear sight for the adjustable replacement, I've been looking for months for one. Makarov.com is closing and sold most of its inventory, so parts are going to become a little more scarce.
The Mak is a great accurate piece, I love mine!!

Well I haven't been shopping for my Maks in awhile

pirate · September 25th, 2008, 02:21 PM

I think you did well. The Makarov is one of if not the most reliable semi-auto designs ever made. Any holster that fits the PP series pistols or a CZ82/83 will work with the Mak.

September 24th, 2008, 08:22 PM	#1
EW3 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 935	Baikal 9mm Makarov I went to a gun auction today with my Dad, and this Russian Baikal Makarov was just calling out my name. I set my limit to what I'd spend at $200 and when it came up, I outbid another guy and got it for $200. How did I do? I found a receipt inside the user manual from October, 1993 showing the gun sold new for $150. It looks like it may have been only one previous owner who shot it very little if at all, it's in great shape. I picked up a box of the 9x18 Makarov ammo from my local gunshop (yikes, that stuff is steep! ) and will give it a tryout tomorrow. __________________ "Naked and Starving as They are We Cannot Enough Admire the Incomparable Patience and Fidelity of the Soldiery" – George Washington, Valley Forge, 1777.

September 24th, 2008, 08:40 PM	#2
pgrass101 Moderator Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 7,654	You did pretty good. I have the same pistol but in .380 (in 1996) for $127 I bought a 9x18mm barrel and barrel press from Makarov.com two years ago. I have used them for grips and mags and always have recieved good service. I now have 2 9x18mm Maks (East German) they are good shooters __________________ Noli nothis permittere te terere "If ignorance is bliss then shouldn’t most people happy?" -Thomas Jefferson-

September 24th, 2008, 09:00 PM	#3
dmorris68 Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: NW Georgia Posts: 313	I took a Makarov from an Iraqi officer EPW we captured back in GW1. Excellent condition, looked like it had never been fired, holster looked brand new too. I tried to keep it as a trophy, but the CSM made me give it up. Found out later that HE brought it back and kept it himself! RHIP as they say in the military. __________________ David Kimber Pro CDP II • Colt Combat Commander • Glock 26 GNS • Ruger Mark III 22/45 • Kahr CW9 (sold)

September 25th, 2008, 02:34 AM	#7
randytulsa2 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,529	Maks are tanks and surprisingly accurate. Never seen one with those target-type rear sights, though.... __________________ "...bad decisions that turn out well often make heroes." Gary D. Mitchell, A Sniper's Journey: The Truth About the Man and the Rifle, P. 103, NAL Caliber books, 2006, 1st Ed.

September 25th, 2008, 02:21 PM	#10
pirate Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Eastern NC / Pirate Country Posts: 623	I think you did well. The Makarov is one of if not the most reliable semi-auto designs ever made. Any holster that fits the PP series pistols or a CZ82/83 will work with the Mak. __________________ When I leave the home port: S&W 642 Airweight, Ruger SP 101, Colt Detective Spec., CZ RAMI, Springfield XD 9mm, Kahr PM9, Kahr CW40, S&W Model 10-7, Glock 19, Glock 26, Browning Hi Power, CZ82, Colt Commander

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