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BC312
It would be a Gen 4 model for the grips, the original grips would be a tight fit meant for the firearm version. Not sure of the difference of Textolite over Bakelite, would it be stronger? wondered if i can get a lighter spring that fits the blow back version.
Textolite is a slighter lighter material than the Bakelite type polymer used on PM pistols.
There is a difference in grip width between the PM frame that takes a single stack 8 round magazine on the firearm and the PMM that Gen 1-4 pistols are based around.
The PMM firearm takes a 10-12 round double stack magazine. Bakelite type grips are made for the wider PMM frame but not easy to find. I would ask RussMilitary to see what they have.
As for the recoil spring, some owners have cut a few coils from the original to lighten resistance. You could cut a couple at a time to ensure you don't overdo it. Again, Boris at RussMilitary may have a spare spring or you may be able to source an original on t'bay as spares do occasionally crop up.
John
Last edited by Josie & John; 22-06-2025 at 11:42 AM.
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.
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