High condition Russian military Makarov pistol made by the Izhevsk factory in 1983 with late style magazine, mirror bore, and correct manual mechanics.

Description:

Izhevsk Arsenal Makarov pistol manufactured in 1983, SN: CT2030, cal 9mmMak, blued finish with 3.75? bbl, fixed front and drift adjustable rear sight. Left side of slide marked with SN: “CT2030” with matching “CT2030” on the frame followed by Izhevsk logo and “1983” date. Right side of frame with import markings. Fitted with reddish checkered bakelite grip molded with 5-pointed star and lanyard loop with attached black lanyard. Late Bulgarian style magazine with cartridge indicator window. The Makarov was formally adopted by the Soviet Armed Forces in December 1951 as the standard service pistol, replacing the TT-30 and remaining in service until the collapse of the Soviet Union.

Condition:

Bright 98-99% original salt blue finish with trace sharp edge wear at muzzle and a scuff on the right side of the slide behind the serrations. Comparable condition grip with sharply impressed checkering. Blued magazine, originally scribed SN on the left side having been removed. Mirror bore. Correct manual mechanics.