The Baikal Makarov Thread

[Josie & John]

Interesting! I imported those same Baikal grips from across the north Atlantic (maybe the same one even?). Sold it along with my fully reblued gen 5 on the makarov forum many years ago before it shut down (shame!).

Not entirely sure what to think of the position of the Baikal engraving on the T19 but with that said the gun looks much more authentic with just the serial number on the side.

A really excellent collection!

Thanks for that - good of you to say.

I like the square front and lack of usual trade markings on the T19. The finish is a very deep black rather than blue. Maybe an arsenal refinish?

I sourced the grips a couple of months ago through t'bay but still can't work out where the constriction is when it comes to inserting a mag. I'll get a mate that is more skilled than me to look at it once life returns to normal.

Kind regards,

John