Is the Bulgarian Makarov a surplus one? And if so, what markings should I be looking for to find a genuine military surplus Makarov, instead of a modern replica
Great video I own a 1968 russian made one in stainless steel color. I love it and wished I had another like it or either earlier or later model. Well made and dependable
Hii I own 1969 Russian Makarov-like new just I want to check the barrel do you have some information about that? I can share pictures of the mark on the gun if you want to check.
Found yall through Instagram, you make some good content keep it up. I'm trying to find me a Makarov for an early Christmas present, so this will be very helpful info!
You have a real treasure. Original Soviet Makarovs with matching magazines, all in pristine condition! It's priceless! Also, some clarification regarding magazines. The one which was on the right side (without hump) can also be Soviet made one. Those were manufactured since ~1979 or so. The Bulgarian and Soviet ones without hump can be distinguised only when you have one next to another. Very minor differences, basically finish of the metal and feel. But once you've touched both of those variants, you will know even in the middle of the night :)
@@meatheadjose2856 I paid 400 bucks for mine almost New in great shape. About 2 years ago. At the time I thought I got ripped off. But I have only ran across 1 like mine but in double stack used in good shape black mines metal color for 600 bucks. I love it.
Makarovs from 1960 to 1965 (if I remember correct) years of produection was marked as letters after serial number. My Makarov have letter M after it's number, and it says it is made in 1960 year.
Hey guys, I know this is an old post but I'm looking for some help. I own a 99% unissued 1983 Izhevsk military PM that has no import markings. I know this is rare as hens teeth, and I would like some help and advice on how to value it. It's obviously north of $2k now, but I don't know how far north. Any advice? Anyone seen McCollum's raffle pistol from this month?
Excellent video, Mr.Antaris. The PM is truly an iconic pistol, and Historic Investments is the only place that has consistently carried the Soviets over the last several years. My name is Michael. You may remember me. I'm a collector who recently purchased a 62' low #80 serial Soviet from you. We had some interesting conversations about the date codes and such. Anyways, I love the pistol and have been referring people your way. Most recently my friend Trevor who ended up picking up a gorgeous 76'. It was his first Mak, and he absolutely loves it. Looking forward to more videos and hopefully doing more business in the future.
Thank you very much for the comment. I really appreciated the information you provided on date codes that have made my subsequent descriptions more accurate. Thanks again for watching our videos!
@@historicinvestments2587 My pleasure, Mr.Antaris! Keep up the great work, and I will continue to spread the word. Look forward to doing more business in the future. ~Michael
Here in Lithuania, my firearms instructor was a retired Soviet army Major who collected Makarovs and according to him the best quality ones are from pre-Perestroika era (1975 and older) because due to economic hardships quality was dropping. Not to mention how much worse post-soviet IJ70 are. I had 1972 one for a while because those at the time were ~120$
@@باقرالزيادي-ر2غ Dude I don't speak your language. From what I understand you are asking about pre 1975 quality. To my knowledge Makarovs made before 1975 were the best build quality. everything that followed was on a steady decline ever since. especially after the fall of the USSR
@@240pixel شكرا جزيلا لك صديقي العزيز..على التوضيح ومن سوء الحظ ان ..ماك الذي بحوزتي...وحزب العداله والتنميه من شركة ازماش ايجيفسك هما كلاهما من موديل ١٩٧٥..هل تنصحني ببيعهم وشراء نسخ اخرى من موديلات الستينات
@@historicinvestments2587 Just a heads up, a clip on microphone would definitely increase the Audioquality! It sounds a bit echoy and distant in this video :)
Mind if I ask what you paid for them? Atlantic Firearms has a new shipment of very nice Bulgarian Makarovs in stock for $499. To me, it seems a little steep for a surplus pistol. Not long ago they had Beretta 92S going for about $350-ish, which seems like a better deal IMO.
@@Vladpryde I would say the 1st Makarov Pistol costed me at around over $190 in mint condition back in 2016 and around a year later my 2nd Makarov costed me about $230 in brand new condition. It was never issued and when I received the gun it was covered with cosmoline it was a pain in the ass removing the cosmoline but it was worth the hassle.
@@maverickfox4102 Oh wow! Yeah, prices have definitely gone up then. I remember when I bought my WASR 10/63 for $325 new. Today I could sell that thing for around $900.
Just recently found a type 59 norinco Makarov, beautiful condition with the original box. My favorite firearm I own, and I hope to find more. Great video
I have a type 59 that I got from my brother back in 91. It was my first handgun. I was surprised by the very nice, deep blue finish on it, the kind like you would see on an old S&W. Still have and it is still a pleasure to shoot.
Also the makarov is the police issued pistol for the cuban PNR policia nacional revolucionaria, or national revolutionary police. Wich, in a not so fun fact, they used this very gun to open fire against unarmed civilians in the peaceful protest of july-11-2021
Mine is Russian with a Russian holster. The magazines however do not appear to be Russian. The main difference is mine has been modified to have an adjustable rear sight. It shoots very well and has never malfunctioned with the variety of ammo I've put through it.
I have an East German Makarov and a Polish P64 and I love these guns. I find it interesting that the East German variant actually has a slide release. Does the other variants have them? I know the Soviet one doesn’t.
I acquired a Russian one recently and I’d love some more info but there’s hardly any markings on the gun. It’s a civilian export model in 380 (allegedly, there’s no caliber stamped on the gun) with the adjustable sights. Fantastic condition though with a Russian military style holster/cleaning rod.
Hello, I apologize for my English language. Does a Russian Makarov PM pistol have a red safety and a red hammer in 1951 (made in Russia pistol)? Thank you very much for your help and your magnificent video.
@@Luife1978 Hello. During the mid-1970's the factory at Izshevsk, (No. 622,) started to transition to investment cast hammers, safeties and triggers. This didn't happen all at once so you will see things like 1976 dated PM's with a mix. As far as I can tell the investment cast safety came last. (It is blued with serrations and a rounded profile. Take a look at the commercial IJ-70 PM's if you want to see one.) Regards, Henry
is it possible to make 32acp low pressure bullet thats is fired out of a gun whit the frame and slide made from aluminium and the barrel is made from steel.
Some illegal russian PM modification use .22lr so make it shoot 32acp is not a big deal. You just have to change the barrel(simple) and put another spring
Hello I have makarov made in 1969 with very good condition like new, but there is no mark on the safety but the other mark the same like yours . I paid 700$ for it . Is this a good deal or not
