The Baikal Makarov Thread

[eliano]

It's an importer /safety mark I was led to believe , along with that hexagonal F that all German air pistols have to display, I have tried to avoid those ones as it ruins the looks

[Josie & John]

It's an importer /safety mark I was led to believe , along with that hexagonal F that all German air pistols have to display, I have tried to avoid those ones as it ruins the looks

Hi Eliano,

Yes, I believe that is the case too but would still like to know what the initials signify.

The F in a pentagon was brought in during the early 1970s when the German airgun energy limit was reduced due to an increase in terrorism by groups such as the Baader Meinhof gang. I vaguely recall news broadcasts of the time but thought they used firearms rather than airguns though!

Kind regards,

John

[dwhite100]

Is there any notable difference in quality Over each version of makarov ? I used to have the nickel but sold it and regret my decision. Such a nice artefact

[Josie & John]

Is there any notable difference in quality Over each version of makarov ? I used to have the nickel but sold it and regret my decision. Such a nice artefact

Some say earlier models were better made but the difference between early and late Maks is not that vast. All are properly made from firearms grade materials and are easy to work on. A few features that early models did not have are: a discreet CO2 cartridge piercing screw, an enlarged muzzle to mimic a 9mm bore (purely cosmetic I know but it looks better) and narrower grips that resemble the PM more than earlier models did. Also, the magazine loading hole is 4.5mm wide on today's models and the follower can be locked in place whilst loading.

I like 'em all!

John