I'm delighted you were able to resurrect this classic, as well as a tad jealous to see those results!
John
Bought this (https://photos.app.goo.gl/qP2dhfS9Ej9KR8bPA) from @Josie & John recently with a leak. Luckily after a rebuild it all works perfectly and I managed to try it out at the range today with good results.
Off-hand:
https://i.postimg.cc/vmxf0V0J/20230508-104259.jpg
Rested:
https://i.postimg.cc/W1H0mnwm/20230508-104401.jpg
Also loaded it with extra weight to bring it up to be similar to a S&W model 36. Technically it is closer to a model 50 which has the adjustable rear sight; also known as the 'Chief's Special Target Model'.
Too many guns, or not enough time?
I'm delighted you were able to resurrect this classic, as well as a tad jealous to see those results!
John
Currently looking for Baikal Makarov pistols with the following prefixes to the serial number: 98, T01,
Prefer boxed or cased but will consider loose examples too.
Looks great had one years ago, mid 90's i think![]()