Makarov, who makes the best one? - The Firearms Forum

Mosin_Nagant_Fan · 03-01-2007, 10:07 AM

I'm thinking about just getting a Makarov, there is plenty of 'em and most are great quality. I know that finding a Russian made Makarov is like finding a gold brick in your back yard. But I'm looking at a Polish made P64 in 9mm Makarov, for only $175.

Is this a good price or should I get something different?

kfb2b · 03-01-2007, 10:14 AM

$175 sounds pretty fair to me.

I have owned them all. The Russian is a very nice gun indeed, but if you really want the best of them, then find an East German. the quality of build is just fantastic and not cheap, but absolutely worth every penny

Marlin · 03-01-2007, 10:24 AM

alaflyguy has a Bulgarian Makarov that is a fine weapon and has given him very good service. It is also an accurate shooting iron.

Popgunner · 03-01-2007, 01:18 PM

A few years ago I bought a Bulgarian cause it was said to be the best. My father-in-law needed a pistol & I gave it to him without firing it. Don't know if it's ever been shot yet.

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kfb2b V.I.P. Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 56	Re: Makarov, who makes the best one? $175 sounds pretty fair to me. I have owned them all. The Russian is a very nice gun indeed, but if you really want the best of them, then find an East German. the quality of build is just fantastic and not cheap, but absolutely worth every penny

03-01-2007, 10:24 AM	#3
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03-01-2007, 01:18 PM	#4
Popgunner Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Contributor Posts: 1,764	Re: Makarov, who makes the best one? A few years ago I bought a Bulgarian cause it was said to be the best. My father-in-law needed a pistol & I gave it to him without firing it. Don't know if it's ever been shot yet.