Can Anyone Help with Makarov Research?

[Josie & John]

Hi John, I know it's an old post, but I do have a 2012 PM framed Mak with machined slide and ejector slot if you need one to examine. I'm in Kent, but visit Protek often. Regards John.

Hi John,

That is most kind of you. Since posting, a 2012 PM frame Makarov with the extractor slot has found its way into my collection. Coincidentally I picked it up at Protek last week, who were kind enough to take delivery of the pistol for me. Vic also showed me his 1999 PMM frame model that also has an extra slot for the extractor. The Makarov story is a fascinating one and I'm really looking forward to sharing my findings through my regular column.

Thanks again for replying with your kind offer.

Kind regards,

John

[Joncaddy]

No problem John. I've bought a few Maks from Vic in the past. Including a 99 and the 2012 you were looking for. Got to say the big differences that folk talk about, the cast vs machined frame etc really don't make any difference to the pistol build or function. They're all so much better made than any other "replica" air pistol it's laughable. In fact they're not really a replica, more of a real handgun that's adapted to use Co2 and fire BBs. Look forward to seeing your article, sure it will be interesting. John. You

[Josie & John]

No problem John. I've bought a few Maks from Vic in the past. Including a 99 and the 2012 you were looking for. Got to say the big differences that folk talk about, the cast vs machined frame etc really don't make any difference to the pistol build or function. They're all so much better made than any other "replica" air pistol it's laughable. In fact they're not really a replica, more of a real handgun that's adapted to use Co2 and fire BBs. Look forward to seeing your article, sure it will be interesting. John. You

Hi John,

You have hit the nail on the head and after examining pistols made over the last 20 years, I completely agree with you. No matter which Mak you buy, it will be very well made and from firearms grade materials. I also don't buy into the cast/machined slide theories, as I believe slides are all made from forgings. Some parts are cast but an engineer at the club examined a Mak slide and said it would have been too intricate a part to cast. He's a lot cleverer than me on such matters!

Kind regards,

John

[Josie & John]

EDIT to original post: 2012/13 model now sourced. I'm now after a Makarov made between 2005 and 2010, with the hard black plastic grips. Blued finish preferred with box and accessories.

John

[CannonFodder]

EDIT to original post: 2012/13 model now sourced. I'm now after a Makarov made between 2005 and 2010, with the hard black plastic grips. Blued finish preferred with box and accessories.

John

I think I have what you're after, but someone has removed the date from the box.

It has the original box, tool, seal pack and unopened bb pack, can send you pictures if you're interested?

[Josie & John]

I think I have what you're after, but someone has removed the date from the box.

It has the original box, tool, seal pack and unopened bb pack, can send you pictures if you're interested?

Thanks for getting in touch - yes please to pics, to the addy in our profile.

Kind regards,

John