I've grown fond of the 9x18 round (also called the 9mm Makarov) over the last year or so, and recently added another pistol chambered in this caliber to my collection: the P83 Wanad.
This is a Polish military surplus pistol that, like all 9mm Makarovs I'm familiar with, is a direct blowback. It came with two 8-round magazines and a cleaning rod. It is single/double action and has a decocker. The pistol performed flawlessly on the range, and is very accurate to (at least) 12 yards. The P83 was manufactured between 1983 and 2000, and some of them are still in service. Interestingly, it is formed of sheet metal stampings, similar to most AK-47 rifles; however, it is solid and ergonomically pleasant to hold and shoot.
Ah, the classic 9x18! The round of choice for putting one in the back of a dissident's head!
ReplyDeleteBut save yourself some work, and make them dig a trench beforehand. For, uh... you know, just to have handy if you need one.
Sweet!
ReplyDeleteThere's nothing wrong with firearms made from stamped parts, so long as the design and manufacture are good. The M3 submachine gun of WWII (a/k/a "Grease Gun") was made that way, and it was a reliable weapon.
You'd never know it was stamped steel by the feel of the thing (well, you might, but I sure wouldn't). It is just a solid little gun. And I'm a sucker for military surplus, especially when the seller includes two magazines which might otherwise be difficult to obtain.
DeleteNice. A decent, reliable firearm.
ReplyDeleteClassic Firearms?
I saw them selling those. I thought about it but I have another purchase in mind.
I want a Henry Bear's Leg in 45-70. I finally have my KY driver's license so I can buy a pistol.
My friend has been going crazy on Gunbroker. He got 3 or 4 1887 Winchesters in 10 gauge. I'm quite jealous.
Aim Surplus.
DeleteA bear's leg in .45-70? Man, you must have forearms like Popeye! Sounds like your friend is trying to corner the market on those '87 Winchesters. Now I'm quite jealous, too!