The Makarov pistol or PM (Russian: Пистолет Макарова, romanized: Pistolet Makarova, IPA: [pʲɪstɐˈlʲet mɐˈkarəvə], lit. 'Makarov's Pistol') is a Soviet semi-automatic pistol. Under the project leadership of Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov, it became the Soviet Union's standard military and Militsiya side arm in 1951. [6]

Nov 22, 2022 · Ever since examples of the pistol began coming into the United States during the last three decades, its popularity as a collectible firearm has risen steadily. Here is a Bulgarian surplus “Circle 10” Makarov PM in 9×18mm with fixed sights and a thumbrest grip. Image: Jeff Hallinan of Collectors Firearms in Houston, Texas – PR58132

Mar 1, 2021 · Renowned for its durability and simplicity, the Makarov PM saw wide service around the world from East Germany and Cuba to Afghanistan and Mongolia. This particular pistol is actually a...

The 9×18mm Makarov (designated 9mm Makarov by the C.I.P. and often called 9×18mm PM) is a pistol and submachine gun cartridge developed in the former USSR.

Oct 8, 2021 · Leroy Thompson examines the Soviet replacement for the Tokarev TT-33, the classic Makarov PM! The 9x18mm Makarov PM was adopted by the Soviet Army in 1951 and provided them with a compact easy-to-operate double-action pistol chambered in 9x18mm.

Nov 1, 2021 · You’ve been asking for it for years, so we finally reviewed the classic Makarov pistol. Is it just a Russian copy of the Walther PP, or did it play a more unique role in firearms history? We’re also taking a look at the ballistics of the 9×18 Makarov cartridge and how the Makarov stacks up as a carry gun option today.

Specifications, detailed capabilities, as well as photo and video materials for the Makarov PM pistol, designed as a standard-issue sidearm for military and law enforcement officers.

Nov 3, 2022 · In December 1951, the pistol was formally adopted by the USSR and given the name, 9 mm Pistolet Makarova – or “PM.” The standard issue sidearm of the Soviet Union, it was given to non-commissioned officers in the military, as well as police officers, Special Forces members, and tank and air crews.

The Pistolet Makarova or Makarov is a semi-automatic (self-loading) pistol, designed in the 1950s by Russian Nikolai Federovich Makarov. The objective was to design a simple and reliable medium-powered pistol intended as the sidearm of the Soviet Forces.

Feb 22, 2022 · The Makarov PM pistol, designed by Nikolay Fyodorovich Makarov in 1951, succeeded the TT pistol as the standard service sidearm for Eastern Bloc countries during the Cold War. Its slightly larger caliber and reduced firepower distinguished it from its predecessor.