I think Glock makes an ugly gun personally. Everyone has their own tastes. I like Makarovs, and CZs and I'm also a 1911 freak and Ruger 10/22 and rimfire pistol freak also. I never got into the whole high capacity pistol thing and the only reason I think anyone would buy a Glock or a XD is they want to keep up with the joneses. Oh they have 16 rounds well I want 17 and a threaded barrel and a rail and a ipod plugin and a loaded round indicator. Makarov is 22 parts. How manyparts is theGlock?
@drc9619 Not really considering weapon combos like this meet on the battlefield every day. Some Afgan's are shooting at our guys armed with Scar's and M4's with WW1 era Enfield rifles. In reference to my previous comment, if you were buying both pistols used the price difference is minimal. Both can be had for under $300, so budget wise, yes they are comparable. As for the actual practical capabilities of the two, there is no contest.
@otter6613 Just because people have used old weapons against newer ones in combat doesn't mean they're comparable. As an owner of a 1943 Enfield No. 4 I can tell you it is a fantastic rifle. That said you won't find me comparing it to an SR 25 saying its inferior.
@drc9619 Both the Mak and the G19 are designed to be a primary Police/Military sidearm. So since they are both tools specifically designed to perform the exact same task, yes they are comparable. A tool is a tool. A machine is a machine. You have to take emotion and age out of the equation. If one performs the task its designed to do better,its better, simple as that.1911 vs M9, many would take take the 1911 though the M9 is newer, Its about performance not age. 70SS vs new Camaro Garand vs SCAR
@otter6613 I never said newer is always better, most of my collection is historic military arms. That said the Glock and the Mak are two vastly different firearms. Ones polymer frame ones steel, ones Eastern ones Western, etc. And even though they were both technically military sidearms the Mak is far closer to being a compact concealed carry weapon like the Walther PP than a full size military sidearm like the 1911, M9, Tokarev, or in this case, Glock.
@drc9619 The Mak was the official sidearm of russia and many other countries, same as our 1911 or M9. Although it is a more compact pistol, its issued to perform the same task as our larger pistols. The fact that this is how and why they were issued and NOT in some detective only sort of role like a PPK or .38 snubbie, that makes it subject for fair comparison to our larger pistols. See what I'm saying? Thank you for being civil.
@otter6613 Since it was issued to police of all sorts, it is also comparable to the PPK as you mentioned. But my main point is, its use as the primary sidearm of the military also opens it up to comparison to larger pistols used in the same role.
@otter6613 I can see your point but I still think it would have been a wiser choice for him to compare it to something a bit more similar to the Mak than a G19. A Bersa Thunder Perhaps, or really any other cheap, compact .380 that someone who is thinking about a Mak may also be considering.
From what I understand the Makarov is basically a simplified cheaper version of the Walther PPK. The PPK was designed as a detective/plain clothes police roll where big time fire power was not really needed as much as concealment. The thing about your review you are not taking into account is a Glock 19 is a newer deign and also MUCH more expensive pistol compared to the Mak and harder to manufacture. Does the Glock do some things better than the Mak? Sure it does, but it also cost more.
@coveredinblood1111 your looking at $230 @J&G for a USED Makarov Vs. $280-300 for a comparable Glock 19 Police trade in. Thats not "Much" more expensive considering the huge gains in ammo capacity, ammo availability, accessory availability, holster availability, ammo veriety, ammo ballistics, weight, ergonomics,magazine and parts availability, ect., ect.. Glock wins, and with LITTLE actual cost difference with both being used. If you like the history and nostalgia of a Mak. go for it, I plan to.
@otter6613 I own a Bulgarian Makarov. Did you ever buy a Makarov See, I own one genuine Bulgarian Makarov with single stack magazine and a big red star on the grips. I don't want a police trade in Glock and that's for damn sure. I would buy me a fancy 1911 before I bought a Glock but that's impossible anyway right now cause the next pistol I buy is going to be a CZ-82 or another Makarov.
@coveredinblood1111 I could care less what you like, own or plan to buy. I was merely pointing out that your comment that a Glock was a "Much more expensive" pistol was completely inaccurate. Even more so when you consider the costs to regularly shoot, buy accessories and carry it. Sure you can buy a tin of ball ammo cheaply, but your getting unreloadable dirty underpowered ball ammo. If you like to collect C&R guns, more power to ya. Don't be a fool and act like they are superior combat weapons
@otter6613 To answer your question, Yes i did have one. It was a fun little toy. But it shoots weak ammo, has a really crappy mag release, is too small for my man sized hands, horrific unchangeable sights and low capacity expensive mags. The CZ82 you mentioned fixes most of the issues except for the ammo and mag costs.
@otter6613 Somehow I just don't believe you otter. Before you said you were going to buy one, now you say you owned one but didn't like it. So which is it? You sound like a little troll with a stick up his ass to me but that's not all. You don't own the gun, and probably never have, and when I called you on it you make up a lie.
@coveredinblood1111 I used to own a mak, didn't like it and sold it. It was a typo on the first post, i meant CZ82. I'm a adult with 2 careers,a house,3 cars, and plenty of guns. Why would I need to lie about a $200 gun, seriously? I have a $38,000 MG42 among many other weapons. check my channel. By your previous comments I'm going to assume your some broke kid with a juvenile screen name who can only afford rimfires and novelty C&R guns. You can't quite afford that 1911 yet huh.."Troll", F you
@otter6613 Makarovs are fine pistols, they are getting harder to find because so many are buying them because how good they are. The Makarov fires a round very very similar to the 9mm Luger. Personally I love the mag release, I like it more than the button mag release actually, not because it's better but because it's what I prefer. And the sights are very good and easy to use on my account and many many others. But I own the Russian Makarov with the double stack mag.
@wweironman12XBLGT People are primarily buying them for their low price point and nostalgia. Don't kid yourself. Its a decent, reliable and VERY affordable pistol. If the Mak was priced at $600-700 it would not have much of a following. There are a dozen huge online dealers that stock them, they aren't hard to find. They will eventually run out due to lack of supply, not some overwhelming demand. The 9x18 is a little hotter than .380, but its performance is not even near being "similar" to 9x19.
@wweironman12XBLGT Resorting to name calling, thats mature. BTW Ignorant and unintelligent are the same thing, try to be a little more creative. You trying to fight facts with personal opinion. There are obviously several people here that have some emotional investment to the Mak and won't even acknowledge the fact that is has several fairly significant drawbacks. Its a decent pistol, but far from ideal. If you like it, great. but don't act like its more than what it is.
@wweironman12XBLGT "they are getting harder to find because so many are buying them because how good they are." has no basis. They have been available for years and rarely sell out. J&G has had them for over a year straight. When J&G or Aim surplus or other large vendors get a shipment of hundreds or thousands of police trade in Glocks, Sigs, HK's or Berrettas they are gone in a week or less. Thats what happens when a pistol is truly desirable. My local shop sold 50 used 92FS's in under 2 wks.
I guess this guys never heard of the tokarev which im pretty sure was the russian millitary's main sidearm at the time. and 9x18 has enough stoping power, you dont really need a .45 to put someone down. I would also rather have a steal constructed pistol. WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH THE KNIFE? if you need more than 7 rounds you're doin somthing wrong. WHY ARE YOU COMPARING THESE 2 COMPLETLEY DIFFERENT WEAPONS! 7 rds. isnt enough for a service pistol? I guess you never heard of the colt 1911
@McCarthy331 The Makarov was their main sidearm for some time. If you prefer steel weapons, that's your deal. I prefer a lighter pistol. Yes, I have heard of the 1911. Do we still use it today? No. There's a reason for that.
@JCTheSniper15 well, there are people who think that the millitary should move away from the 92fs and back to a 1911 system. The reason they switched wasnt becouse of the mag size either, it was becouse they thought for some reason that they needed a more modern pistol with less recoil. and durring world war two the tokarev was the primary side arm.
@McCarthy331 That is true. There are people who think they should move back, but I don't think anyone wants to give up the extra rounds they got with the 92. They just want more stopping power.
You did a great review; it was very in depth and professional. I personally think having a heavier gun is a good thing because the weight reduces the felt recoil and reduces the height the muzzle comes up during firing so that you can get of your next shot fast and accurate, an all steel gun is also very durable. in my opinion an all steel pistol could be used as a club if your attacker gets close and your magazine is empty.
@SilverWolfM200LDH Those things are true. If that's what you prefer, then good on ya. Personally, I prefer a lighter weapon, particularly for concealed carry.
wow lol do u realize back then the Russians were in competition with the US and back then we had the m1911 and it was a 7 shot pistol but we kept that till 1980s. But honestly mag size isnt a big issue because in the MILITARY you are supposed to use your rifle first then your pistol as a last resort if you run out of ammo. So really unless ur cap. america and run around using a pistol as a primary and your not a cop you really cant judge it on the glock. o also why dont u shoot it before u judge
"It has less firepower." Dude, it's a fucking gun. Have you ever been shot before? It hurts. Like hell. I could kill someone with a .22 for home defence. And I would love the Makarov as a service pistol. The thing is built to last. The russians know what they're doing bro. I would rather have an all steel weapon than a polymer one. So what if it has only 8 rounds? I'm pretty sure they would drop with just one. It's not like a burglar would be wearing a kevlar.
@TH3xxS0RR0Wxx19 No, I have not been shot. And I could kill someone with a .22 as well. You're just going to have better odds of stopping someone with larger calibers and more rounds. Thats why not very many people carry a .22 LR derringer.
I just disagree in some of the points you made in the video, but still appreciating your review. Makarov pistol have a lengthy time of service in various armies of the world (mostly socialist/communist countries) . Even when quality may be different depending of the origin (Russian, German, Chinese, Bulgarian) is a very sturdy weapon and can stand a lot of abuse including been neglected for a long time without stopping functioning. Makarov makes an excellent carrying weapon.
This little turd is an idiot and doesn't know he's talking about..The Glock is not a caddy, it's freaking chevette...A plastic one. Dooufus outta talk to law enforcment personel sometime, ask them why they are dumping their Glocks for Sigs, Rugers, S&W. You can't decock a Glock without unloading it. You can't carry them cocked & locked. They have the worst safety record in the industry. Is the Mak a primary service weapon..? No...But neither is any other .380. Makes a great backup though :)
@Fireworxs2012 lol. I know a lot of law enforcement officers. I'm a justice administration major, so I have a lot of opportunities to interact with officers. I don't know any that are "dumping" their glocks for other things. I know a lot of people who love their glocks. You can't decock a Glock because it is a stricker fired weapon. You cock it when you pull the trigger. That's like saying you can't decock a revolver without pulling the hammer back.
I carry my Glock the way it was designed to be carried, fully loaded with a round in the chamber. It is perfectly safe. I don't know how the hell you've come to the conclusion that Glock has "the worst safety record in the industry", but thats a bunch of crap. Where's your evidence? The Glock is safe enough that hundreds of law enforcement agencies and militarys around the world have adopted it.
@Fireworxs2012 And another idiot crawls out of the woodwork...Striker (not stricker) firearms are not cocked as you pull the trigger..They are cocked when the slide is pulled back and released as your charge the weapon...
"Striker Fire: Rather than a hammer, an internal striker is cocked and released to fire. The striker is cocked by the first motion of the slide, and there is no way to decock other than squeezing the trigger". *source The Firing Line Forum* This means that if the gun is loaded
If the gun is loaded, it's cocked and cannot be decocked without unloading it..Because of this, .Glock pistols have been subject to more accidental firings than any other pistol in history. Which is why, Federal Law Enforcement are no longer allowed to carry them, neither are military personal and most local and state entities are removing them from service....BTW...Get some Sun, you look like a Iggy Pop banged a Albino crossdresser...
@Fireworxs2012 You need to do some research bro. The striker is pulled halfway back when the slide rides back, but not far enough to fire. When you squeeze the trigger, you pull back the blade that keeps the trigger from moving, then the connecting bar moves a pin that completely blocks the channel that the firing pin travels through. Then it moves the firing pin back and presses it against the spring that propels it forward. The firing pin strikes the round, and it fires.
@Fireworxs2012 Also, I'm pretty sure the FBI is still carrying Glocks. And I'm not sure where you get off asserting that "most local and state entities are removing them". That's hogwash.
Also, insulting me does nothing for you but make you look like a retard.
why are you glock humpers bitching about him compareing it to the glock? he was just useing it as a point of referance for the size, since almost every gun owner has held a glock it would be a good thing to compare it to.
8 rounds in the 1911 seemed to have done just fine against the germans and japnese during WW2 for a service pistol...got alot of use on the eastern front too
Yes, it's disadvantage that it has less rounds, but you over hype to a ridiclous point that you wouldn't even carry this firearm. Do you miss 10 out of your 16 shots? Is that why you absolutely need a 16 round magazine in a service pistol?
Lack of originality? There's no rationale in comparing it to a Glock. The European magazine style release isn't stupid. The idea behind is that you can't accidently activate the magazine release. Why would I make the firearm larger then it has to be? It doesn't make any sense from a production point of view to use excess material when it's not needed.
Thanks for the vid! Don't pay any attention to the guys that say you're ripping off Nutnfancy. I like his vids and wish others do their reviews as thorough as he does. Their just haters. I also like that your doing military surplus guns. Keep 'em coming!! No offense to Nutnfancy, but he doesn't do surplus guns, which is fine. He can do all of the modern stuff & you could start doing military surplus? Just a thought? There are a lot of people with military surplus and not many reviews on them.
Ok, one Nutnfancy is good enough...seriously. Compare the gun to something else other than a damn 9mm glock, and if i see someone else using the nutnfancy tabletop review main points im probably gunna give up on the youtube gun reviewing community altogether. But at least you didnt say tactical a lot.
I respect your opinion but seriously do your research before making false claims, you sound like an idiot. The Russian and East German models are the best. This gun was introduced in 1951, I don't see why you keep comparing it to your Glock. Its all steel and the Glock is of course is polymer, so thumbs down on that. I am in no way trashing Glocks, I think they are some of the best modern handguns made, but that technology wasnt invented yet when the Makarov's were put into services.
There was a massive recall on Glock firearms for a time due to a problem with the receiver. Upon striking the primer with the firing pin, the whole thing blew up and caused very severe injuries to some users. Thus was born the 4chan meme, "Glock is a grenade," due to its reputation of exploding.
ok... not trying to be picky, but the size of a round doesn't realy/always equal stopping power.. I mean.. look at a round from a 38 special snub nose... it's so big because it needs the extra powder to get the the projectile up to speed due to the length of the barrel.. it's round is HUGE when compared to any 9mm....
@gumpster66 I don't know what you're trying to say. The 38 special definitely has more stopping power than the 9mm, just like the 9mm has more than the 9x18
well, I respect your opinion.... I've had my russian HC (there are high capacity models) makarov for over 3 yrs... I target shoot with ball rounds,
but keep hallow points in it for home/ personal defense. I find it to be quite accurate with very descent stopping power. several countries have made them.. IMO.. the russian versions are the best.. as for as CCW? replace that sharp edged rear sight. see my channel to see mine.
the lighter round is wider and stops in a body were the 9mm peribelm is worse as it can pass straight through the person were the makarov stops in them causing more damage and can carry more of.
@kaatheanaconda That is so flagrantly untrue that it is ridiculous. The 9x18 and the 9x19 are almost exactly the same size. If the 9x18 stops in a body it is because the diminished powder charge behind the round doesn't have enough power to penetrate all the way through. A round stopping in a body doesn't cause more damage. A larger wound channel does. A larger wound channel is created by a round which expands more, and travels all the way through the body, creating a hole all the way through.
@JCTheSniper15 lol this guy is so uninformed it's painful! He says 9x18 is wider? 9mm is the width you dumbass. 9x18 and 9x19 are same width, 9x19 is LONGER. Then he goes on to say the 9x18 expanding less is a good thing? More expansion = more damage, PERIOD. And if you're using hollow points (which you should be), unless the hollow point is clogged by heavy clothing or drywall, it won't go through a person. Hell even TMJ shouldn't. This is 9x19 we're talking about not 5.56.
@DESTROYERSTUBE The 9x18 is actually wider. The nomenclature is misleading on that because it uses a 9.3mm in diameter bullet. The russians did this so the round would be incompatible with weapons chambered in 9x19 that NATO used.
@kaatheanaconda The 9x18 does not expand as much as the 9x19. Look up the ballistics and you'll find that the 9x18 HP round expands generally to between 0.4 and 0.6 inches in diameter. Most 9x19 HP rounds expand to between 0.6 and 0.7 inches in diameter. This means that there is a tenth of an inch in size difference in favor of the 9mm parabellum. The 9mm will always create a larger wound channel and deliver more energy to the target than the 9x18. Thus, it is a better round.
Are u aware they say the russian makarovs and west germanys are the best bulgari is a poorer model of the makarov. Also are u aware its reliability and accuracy of its time was great for a pistol and it has a special holder which allows u to carry it with saftey on and rounds in mag but not in chamber. the special holster when the pistol is drawn it coks the gun and take saftey off so its safe to carry and ready on the draw. Also although it ways a bit it helps against recoil.
@kaatheanaconda I am aware that there are some people who think that.
I am aware that it is a very reliable pistol. It's the Ak-47 of pistols.
Yes, I am aware of the holster, and I think it's dumb. I wouldn't use one. I carry my Glock with a round in the chamber, and I would carry the Mak the same way.
Weight always helps with recoil. It doesn't mean I want a five pound gun to help with the recoil. I'll man up and deal with it.
I think if you'll watch the video very closely, you'll notice that I never claimed to be an expert on anything. This videos reflect my opinion, and my experience. If you don't like my opinion, don't watch.
Also, I never claimed to speak Russian, and you may be right that I'm not pronouncing the word correctly. It's irrelevant to the content of the review.
@Escmiester I have indeed. I probably wouldn't use one, but I guess if you really want to carry the pistol with an empty chamber and the safety on then it's an option.
It's quite funny that u can have a Russian pistol and we here in Russia cannot :) Only in non-lethal version firing with rubber bullets, which r made of condom rubber :)
I think comparing amo capacity isn't that big of a deal for personal defense. ill take the 7 rounds or the 15, that way ill make sure my shots count. Its not like running around getting in the middle of huge run fights. 7 rounds will be the job if some person attempts bodly harm on me or my fam
@SpartanMaster7 That's fine, if that's the way you roll. Personally, I prefer to have more rounds. I carry my Glock 19 with 16 rounds in it, and an extra 17 round mag for reloading.
it that would be your service pistol you would be mad!!! sure go ahead and complaint to Comrade commissar , Comrade commissar was always willing to listen, I'm willing to bet Comrade commissar would listen to you and suggest you be put on a very special team to design a new pistol in Siberia!!
@SKIDEL333 Because people still carry these guns today. The Colt 1911 was designed around a hundred years ago, and I would still compare it to another weapon in order to decide which one I would use for a particular application. The Glock was designed almost thirty years ago, and it is still compared to much newer designs, and is still superior to many new pistols.
The point is to help buyers make an informed decision by discussing the pros and cons in comparison with other available pistols.
This review is barely relevant. You are comparing a gun that was effectively designed in the 1920s (not even using a more modern double stack example) to a modern gun. I mean I know they are of similar size, but the comparison is not even close, I doubt anyone would cross-shop a makarov and a glock so it kind of makes the comparison silly. I have a makarov, and I bought it knowing it's flaws. Its still a cool little gun. Run over both guns, see which one still works :)
I enjoy your reviews but gotta disagree with you about the Makarov not being an excellent service pistol. I believe Specnaz still use this firearm today. The Makarov is a battle-proven firearm and easily as prolific as the venerable Glock. Of course it's all personal preference. I like the look and feel of the classics.
There are double stack variants of the Makarov. They were produced in Russia if I'm not mistaken so that 8 rd capacity was raised to 10. Still not a lot compared to many Western-style autoloaders. Maks are great carry pieces, though.
Most people buy Makarovs as collectors items or fun guns for the range. It's not too great an idea to compare a weapon from short after WWII to a modern weapon.
I just find very stupid that you compare a Makarov with a Glock . It's the same thing as comparing a Hi-Point with a Glock, or a Honda with a Cadillac.
Now, in Cuba the police departments troughout the entire country uses the Makarov and they say that it's crappy as hell.I once held one in my hands when I was 10 (a cop let me hold it).They say in Cuba that if you are standing 40 meters away, it's easier to hit you with a rock than with a Makarov.But they say that it is very reliable.
@wilfredotour2 Well, the point of the comparison was just to show that there are better options today. The Glock is pretty much the standard in a lot of ways, so I like to compare things to it, just to see how they measure up.
@XR4turbo I must subscribe to that , makarov is very accurate.7 rounds is very good for a police or ex-KGB gun (if you know how to shoot). first shoot is to take your opponent out, second shoot (if you have time) is to be sure he is dead. i don't understand way you have to shoot 20 rounds to some1- shoot once /if he is taking cover you run like hell
@wilfredotour2 Well obviously, its a 9mm short. 15-20 meters is about what your going to get. But inside the respectable limits of a small pistol its pretty damn accurate. I have a Russian Mak. However you are dead on witht he fact that a comparison to a Glock is fucking pointless. You said right in the video it's a world war 2 era pistol. Stop comparing it to a plastic piece of shit.
@wilfredotour2 LOL. 999 of 1000 pistols in East Block are Makarovs. Most military and policemen have never ever seen any other handgun in their life there. Mak is far from perfect but I find it ridiculous about Cubans complaining about it. BTW police is rarely using a pistol on a distance longer than 30 ft. Take a shotgun of rifle to shoot further.
@wilfredotour2 It's a fixed barrel design, which means it's inherently accurate. A more accurate platform than the glock platform. You don't happen to be an airsoft newbie do you? Play a little call of duty? Live in ur moms house maybe?
@SupremeAmerican I'm 18 years old, live with my parents, play call of duty, don't like airsoft guns, graduating in two years as an Aircraft Mechanic, and an uncle of mine has a Makarov. Any problem big boy?
luks like its hev a pmm stile of handel with shalf, and about sevice pistol i'w been in a russia ina summer 2009 russian (milicia)= police steel carry this pistols.
OMG!!! You are the most repetative reviewer on all of Youtube!!! You could've done the whole review in 5 minutes not three different reviews!!!! Get a teleprompter like Obama and hope it doesn't short out on you.
Several times in the video you stated that this pistol is horrible with regard to it being a military service pistol due to the 8 round mag capacity (even though you said it was 7). What about the Colt 1911 which only holds 7 rounds in the mag (at least until recently when some manufacturers increased mag cap to 8). Anyway, the 1911 was in use from 1911 to 1985. Granted 45 caliber is vastly better than 9mm mak, but don't dis a pistol cuz its not a super hi-cap. Some of us CAN shoot.
Well yes, .45 is significantly better than 9x18. It's really not fair to compare what is basically a .380 to a .45. Obviously, you trade capacity for caliber.
However, I was comparing it against current weapons, and the pistol is issued as a military firearm in some countries today. If I were issued it today, I would not be happy.
And yes, some people can shoot. I happen to be one of them. But there is no tactical situation where you will be better off with fewer rounds in your magazine.
Plus, I like weapons with higher capacity. I probably wouldn't carry a 1911 either. I can get pistols with equal or better reliability that hold far more rounds, even in forty five. A sub-compact glock in .45 acp holds ten rounds. Personally, I think that wins. over the 8 in the 1911.
And yes, I know I said seven. I've been corrected already, and I'm pretty sure I annotated the video, but I'll go back and check.
And also, since this is my review of the weapon, I'm talking about my own preferences. If you prefer a .380 (basically) with a low round capacity for a combat weapon, then rock on. Personally, I'd prefer something of at least 9mm, with at least 15 rounds.
Its not that bad .. you make it sound horrible. 6 rounds is enough to get the job done, 8 is for those who cant shoot. Why did the russians use it for so long though? I first saw the gun on Metal Gear Solid 3, used by Ocelot
I don't think it's horrible in general, just horrible as a duty gun. It's what I would want to carry if I were in the military. I have no idea why the Russians used it for so long, though i suspect it might have something to do with a lack of money to change systems.
And in general, I am of the belief that more rounds is better, and if I can get 16 rounds for less weight than a gun with 8, then I'm going to have to go for 16. Though i do agree that I probably won't need them all.
@JCTheSniper15 you would have to admit that considering the time frame that the makarov came from, it's a very nice auto. if I was to compare it to todays autos?? duh.. doesn't stand a chance... but I like mine partly because it's a part of history... which is why I'll never part with my colt 32 auto manufactured in 1924.
I'm just saying, no need to get an attitude.
Victo713 5 days ago
It's still issued.
BorislavX 6 days ago
@BorislavX Is it really? That's interesting.
JCTheSniper15 6 days ago
@JCTheSniper15 Well in Russia it is still used. In Poland I do not know. Russian police uses this in the field to this day.
Military still uses that quite a bit.
In my opinion the TT (Tokarev) is a better and more reliable weapons system even though its much older.
As of poland, i haven't the slightest clue what they used.
BorislavX 6 days ago
This is not a Glock review so you should have not shown it so Dang much
Victo713 2 weeks ago
@Victo713 But it's my review, so I'll do whatever I want.
JCTheSniper15 6 days ago
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otter6613 1 month ago
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otter6613 1 month ago
I think Glock makes an ugly gun personally. Everyone has their own tastes. I like Makarovs, and CZs and I'm also a 1911 freak and Ruger 10/22 and rimfire pistol freak also. I never got into the whole high capacity pistol thing and the only reason I think anyone would buy a Glock or a XD is they want to keep up with the joneses. Oh they have 16 rounds well I want 17 and a threaded barrel and a rail and a ipod plugin and a loaded round indicator. Makarov is 22 parts. How manyparts is theGlock?
coveredinblood1111 1 month ago
Anyone else think comparing a $250 pistol from 1951 to a $500 pistol from 1982 is a bit ridiculous.
drc9619 1 month ago
@drc9619 Not really considering weapon combos like this meet on the battlefield every day. Some Afgan's are shooting at our guys armed with Scar's and M4's with WW1 era Enfield rifles. In reference to my previous comment, if you were buying both pistols used the price difference is minimal. Both can be had for under $300, so budget wise, yes they are comparable. As for the actual practical capabilities of the two, there is no contest.
otter6613 1 month ago
@otter6613 Just because people have used old weapons against newer ones in combat doesn't mean they're comparable. As an owner of a 1943 Enfield No. 4 I can tell you it is a fantastic rifle. That said you won't find me comparing it to an SR 25 saying its inferior.
drc9619 1 month ago
@drc9619 Both the Mak and the G19 are designed to be a primary Police/Military sidearm. So since they are both tools specifically designed to perform the exact same task, yes they are comparable. A tool is a tool. A machine is a machine. You have to take emotion and age out of the equation. If one performs the task its designed to do better,its better, simple as that.1911 vs M9, many would take take the 1911 though the M9 is newer, Its about performance not age. 70SS vs new Camaro Garand vs SCAR
otter6613 1 month ago
@otter6613 I never said newer is always better, most of my collection is historic military arms. That said the Glock and the Mak are two vastly different firearms. Ones polymer frame ones steel, ones Eastern ones Western, etc. And even though they were both technically military sidearms the Mak is far closer to being a compact concealed carry weapon like the Walther PP than a full size military sidearm like the 1911, M9, Tokarev, or in this case, Glock.
drc9619 1 month ago
@drc9619 The Mak was the official sidearm of russia and many other countries, same as our 1911 or M9. Although it is a more compact pistol, its issued to perform the same task as our larger pistols. The fact that this is how and why they were issued and NOT in some detective only sort of role like a PPK or .38 snubbie, that makes it subject for fair comparison to our larger pistols. See what I'm saying? Thank you for being civil.
otter6613 1 month ago
@otter6613 Since it was issued to police of all sorts, it is also comparable to the PPK as you mentioned. But my main point is, its use as the primary sidearm of the military also opens it up to comparison to larger pistols used in the same role.
otter6613 1 month ago
@otter6613 I can see your point but I still think it would have been a wiser choice for him to compare it to something a bit more similar to the Mak than a G19. A Bersa Thunder Perhaps, or really any other cheap, compact .380 that someone who is thinking about a Mak may also be considering.
drc9619 2 weeks ago
From what I understand the Makarov is basically a simplified cheaper version of the Walther PPK. The PPK was designed as a detective/plain clothes police roll where big time fire power was not really needed as much as concealment. The thing about your review you are not taking into account is a Glock 19 is a newer deign and also MUCH more expensive pistol compared to the Mak and harder to manufacture. Does the Glock do some things better than the Mak? Sure it does, but it also cost more.
coveredinblood1111 2 months ago
@coveredinblood1111 your looking at $230 @J&G for a USED Makarov Vs. $280-300 for a comparable Glock 19 Police trade in. Thats not "Much" more expensive considering the huge gains in ammo capacity, ammo availability, accessory availability, holster availability, ammo veriety, ammo ballistics, weight, ergonomics,magazine and parts availability, ect., ect.. Glock wins, and with LITTLE actual cost difference with both being used. If you like the history and nostalgia of a Mak. go for it, I plan to.
otter6613 2 months ago
@otter6613 I own a Bulgarian Makarov. Did you ever buy a Makarov See, I own one genuine Bulgarian Makarov with single stack magazine and a big red star on the grips. I don't want a police trade in Glock and that's for damn sure. I would buy me a fancy 1911 before I bought a Glock but that's impossible anyway right now cause the next pistol I buy is going to be a CZ-82 or another Makarov.
coveredinblood1111 1 month ago
@coveredinblood1111 I could care less what you like, own or plan to buy. I was merely pointing out that your comment that a Glock was a "Much more expensive" pistol was completely inaccurate. Even more so when you consider the costs to regularly shoot, buy accessories and carry it. Sure you can buy a tin of ball ammo cheaply, but your getting unreloadable dirty underpowered ball ammo. If you like to collect C&R guns, more power to ya. Don't be a fool and act like they are superior combat weapons
otter6613 1 month ago
@otter6613 To answer your question, Yes i did have one. It was a fun little toy. But it shoots weak ammo, has a really crappy mag release, is too small for my man sized hands, horrific unchangeable sights and low capacity expensive mags. The CZ82 you mentioned fixes most of the issues except for the ammo and mag costs.
otter6613 1 month ago
@otter6613 Somehow I just don't believe you otter. Before you said you were going to buy one, now you say you owned one but didn't like it. So which is it? You sound like a little troll with a stick up his ass to me but that's not all. You don't own the gun, and probably never have, and when I called you on it you make up a lie.
coveredinblood1111 1 month ago
@coveredinblood1111 I used to own a mak, didn't like it and sold it. It was a typo on the first post, i meant CZ82. I'm a adult with 2 careers,a house,3 cars, and plenty of guns. Why would I need to lie about a $200 gun, seriously? I have a $38,000 MG42 among many other weapons. check my channel. By your previous comments I'm going to assume your some broke kid with a juvenile screen name who can only afford rimfires and novelty C&R guns. You can't quite afford that 1911 yet huh.."Troll", F you
otter6613 1 month ago
@otter6613 Makarovs are fine pistols, they are getting harder to find because so many are buying them because how good they are. The Makarov fires a round very very similar to the 9mm Luger. Personally I love the mag release, I like it more than the button mag release actually, not because it's better but because it's what I prefer. And the sights are very good and easy to use on my account and many many others. But I own the Russian Makarov with the double stack mag.
wweironman12XBLGT 1 month ago
@wweironman12XBLGT People are primarily buying them for their low price point and nostalgia. Don't kid yourself. Its a decent, reliable and VERY affordable pistol. If the Mak was priced at $600-700 it would not have much of a following. There are a dozen huge online dealers that stock them, they aren't hard to find. They will eventually run out due to lack of supply, not some overwhelming demand. The 9x18 is a little hotter than .380, but its performance is not even near being "similar" to 9x19.
otter6613 1 month ago
@otter6613 Don't kid myself? There is a word for people like you. Let me think
A) Ignorant
B)Unintelligent
C)Prick
D) All of the above
Answer is- D, all of the above.
wweironman12XBLGT 1 month ago
@wweironman12XBLGT Resorting to name calling, thats mature. BTW Ignorant and unintelligent are the same thing, try to be a little more creative. You trying to fight facts with personal opinion. There are obviously several people here that have some emotional investment to the Mak and won't even acknowledge the fact that is has several fairly significant drawbacks. Its a decent pistol, but far from ideal. If you like it, great. but don't act like its more than what it is.
otter6613 1 month ago
@wweironman12XBLGT "they are getting harder to find because so many are buying them because how good they are." has no basis. They have been available for years and rarely sell out. J&G has had them for over a year straight. When J&G or Aim surplus or other large vendors get a shipment of hundreds or thousands of police trade in Glocks, Sigs, HK's or Berrettas they are gone in a week or less. Thats what happens when a pistol is truly desirable. My local shop sold 50 used 92FS's in under 2 wks.
otter6613 1 month ago
Nice coparing a gun from 1950's to a gun from the 90's
h455566hh 2 months ago
@h455566hh Actually, it was designed in 1979. But thanks.
JCTheSniper15 2 months ago
I really want this pistol.
Drago2600 3 months ago
What the piss. Okay review but did you have to use nutnfancy's talking points?
Wabaanimkii 3 months ago
@Wabaanimkii What's wrong with that if they're decent talking points?
FPSabrina 2 months ago
BTW I did enjoy the review
PledgeFreshness 4 months ago
@PledgeFreshness Well good. I'm glad you've enjoyed it.
JCTheSniper15 4 months ago
The gun that is concealed in my pants right now is a way bigger than the makarov
PledgeFreshness 4 months ago
@PledgeFreshness Cool beans. My Glock is also larger.
JCTheSniper15 4 months ago
You are so dumb you can't compare a gun that was made in the late 40's to a gun that was made in the 1980's
The gun was made to be like that so it would be better that the TT idiot
bunono100 4 months ago
I guess this guys never heard of the tokarev which im pretty sure was the russian millitary's main sidearm at the time. and 9x18 has enough stoping power, you dont really need a .45 to put someone down. I would also rather have a steal constructed pistol. WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH THE KNIFE? if you need more than 7 rounds you're doin somthing wrong. WHY ARE YOU COMPARING THESE 2 COMPLETLEY DIFFERENT WEAPONS! 7 rds. isnt enough for a service pistol? I guess you never heard of the colt 1911
McCarthy331 4 months ago 2
@McCarthy331 The Makarov was their main sidearm for some time. If you prefer steel weapons, that's your deal. I prefer a lighter pistol. Yes, I have heard of the 1911. Do we still use it today? No. There's a reason for that.
JCTheSniper15 4 months ago
@JCTheSniper15 well, there are people who think that the millitary should move away from the 92fs and back to a 1911 system. The reason they switched wasnt becouse of the mag size either, it was becouse they thought for some reason that they needed a more modern pistol with less recoil. and durring world war two the tokarev was the primary side arm.
McCarthy331 4 months ago
@McCarthy331 That is true. There are people who think they should move back, but I don't think anyone wants to give up the extra rounds they got with the 92. They just want more stopping power.
JCTheSniper15 4 months ago
@JCTheSniper15 fair enough, but still a 7 rd. mag. when they could go for a alternitive that shoots .45 or a simmiler round with a larger mag.
McCarthy331 4 months ago
but a Glock is 300 bucks more :[
victorjara767 6 months ago
You did a great review; it was very in depth and professional. I personally think having a heavier gun is a good thing because the weight reduces the felt recoil and reduces the height the muzzle comes up during firing so that you can get of your next shot fast and accurate, an all steel gun is also very durable. in my opinion an all steel pistol could be used as a club if your attacker gets close and your magazine is empty.
SilverWolfM200LDH 6 months ago
@SilverWolfM200LDH Those things are true. If that's what you prefer, then good on ya. Personally, I prefer a lighter weapon, particularly for concealed carry.
JCTheSniper15 5 months ago
wow, way to compare apples to oranges pal. Makarov vs. Glock, REALLY!!!???
bmacAK47 7 months ago
wow lol do u realize back then the Russians were in competition with the US and back then we had the m1911 and it was a 7 shot pistol but we kept that till 1980s. But honestly mag size isnt a big issue because in the MILITARY you are supposed to use your rifle first then your pistol as a last resort if you run out of ammo. So really unless ur cap. america and run around using a pistol as a primary and your not a cop you really cant judge it on the glock. o also why dont u shoot it before u judge
rippert21 7 months ago
@rippert21 I know you use your rifle first. It really doesn't matter. If I have to use my pistol, I want more rounds. And I have shot it.
JCTheSniper15 5 months ago
"It has less firepower." Dude, it's a fucking gun. Have you ever been shot before? It hurts. Like hell. I could kill someone with a .22 for home defence. And I would love the Makarov as a service pistol. The thing is built to last. The russians know what they're doing bro. I would rather have an all steel weapon than a polymer one. So what if it has only 8 rounds? I'm pretty sure they would drop with just one. It's not like a burglar would be wearing a kevlar.
TH3xxS0RR0Wxx19 8 months ago 2
@TH3xxS0RR0Wxx19 No, I have not been shot. And I could kill someone with a .22 as well. You're just going to have better odds of stopping someone with larger calibers and more rounds. Thats why not very many people carry a .22 LR derringer.
JCTheSniper15 5 months ago
better comparison would be a sig p6
dfordize 8 months ago
JC,
I just disagree in some of the points you made in the video, but still appreciating your review. Makarov pistol have a lengthy time of service in various armies of the world (mostly socialist/communist countries) . Even when quality may be different depending of the origin (Russian, German, Chinese, Bulgarian) is a very sturdy weapon and can stand a lot of abuse including been neglected for a long time without stopping functioning. Makarov makes an excellent carrying weapon.
mfvh1970 8 months ago
.....comparing a pistol made in 1951 to a Glock.....Makarov is a "work horse"....not a show piece. Saved my life......
bahtalorom 8 months ago
This little turd is an idiot and doesn't know he's talking about..The Glock is not a caddy, it's freaking chevette...A plastic one. Dooufus outta talk to law enforcment personel sometime, ask them why they are dumping their Glocks for Sigs, Rugers, S&W. You can't decock a Glock without unloading it. You can't carry them cocked & locked. They have the worst safety record in the industry. Is the Mak a primary service weapon..? No...But neither is any other .380. Makes a great backup though :)
Fireworxs2012 8 months ago
@Fireworxs2012 lol. I know a lot of law enforcement officers. I'm a justice administration major, so I have a lot of opportunities to interact with officers. I don't know any that are "dumping" their glocks for other things. I know a lot of people who love their glocks. You can't decock a Glock because it is a stricker fired weapon. You cock it when you pull the trigger. That's like saying you can't decock a revolver without pulling the hammer back.
JCTheSniper15 5 months ago
I carry my Glock the way it was designed to be carried, fully loaded with a round in the chamber. It is perfectly safe. I don't know how the hell you've come to the conclusion that Glock has "the worst safety record in the industry", but thats a bunch of crap. Where's your evidence? The Glock is safe enough that hundreds of law enforcement agencies and militarys around the world have adopted it.
JCTheSniper15 5 months ago
@Fireworxs2012 And another idiot crawls out of the woodwork...Striker (not stricker) firearms are not cocked as you pull the trigger..They are cocked when the slide is pulled back and released as your charge the weapon...
"Striker Fire: Rather than a hammer, an internal striker is cocked and released to fire. The striker is cocked by the first motion of the slide, and there is no way to decock other than squeezing the trigger". *source The Firing Line Forum* This means that if the gun is loaded
Fireworxs2012 5 months ago
If the gun is loaded, it's cocked and cannot be decocked without unloading it..Because of this, .Glock pistols have been subject to more accidental firings than any other pistol in history. Which is why, Federal Law Enforcement are no longer allowed to carry them, neither are military personal and most local and state entities are removing them from service....BTW...Get some Sun, you look like a Iggy Pop banged a Albino crossdresser...
Fireworxs2012 5 months ago
@Fireworxs2012 You need to do some research bro. The striker is pulled halfway back when the slide rides back, but not far enough to fire. When you squeeze the trigger, you pull back the blade that keeps the trigger from moving, then the connecting bar moves a pin that completely blocks the channel that the firing pin travels through. Then it moves the firing pin back and presses it against the spring that propels it forward. The firing pin strikes the round, and it fires.
JCTheSniper15 5 months ago
@Fireworxs2012 Also, I'm pretty sure the FBI is still carrying Glocks. And I'm not sure where you get off asserting that "most local and state entities are removing them". That's hogwash.
Also, insulting me does nothing for you but make you look like a retard.
JCTheSniper15 5 months ago
why are you glock humpers bitching about him compareing it to the glock? he was just useing it as a point of referance for the size, since almost every gun owner has held a glock it would be a good thing to compare it to.
Sarge101stAirborne 9 months ago
I would like to point out that there are some Makarovs with 12 round double stack magazines (I plan to get one or two).
k98killer 10 months ago
@k98killer CZ82 technically is not the Makarov, but it's close enough in my book.
k98killer 10 months ago
8 rounds in the 1911 seemed to have done just fine against the germans and japnese during WW2 for a service pistol...got alot of use on the eastern front too
dan16802 10 months ago
@dan16802 old school 1911s had 7 round mags i think.
762HB 9 months ago
@boredguy1991 get a life troll
wilfredotour2 1 year ago
i wanna get one of these and a ak74 and make it my spetsnaz trunk gun kit lol.
dp665 1 year ago
crappy review, its a review not a comparison to the glock. stop complaining about "i would hate this to be a service pistol"
dgbudd 1 year ago
thats more of a gun then a glock it will out live the glock...thats what i think.
762hillboy 1 year ago
Ive seen some estonian police oficers and border guards carrying a makarov
razorsharpness4 1 year ago
Yes, it's disadvantage that it has less rounds, but you over hype to a ridiclous point that you wouldn't even carry this firearm. Do you miss 10 out of your 16 shots? Is that why you absolutely need a 16 round magazine in a service pistol?
esh325 1 year ago
Lack of originality? There's no rationale in comparing it to a Glock. The European magazine style release isn't stupid. The idea behind is that you can't accidently activate the magazine release. Why would I make the firearm larger then it has to be? It doesn't make any sense from a production point of view to use excess material when it's not needed.
esh325 1 year ago
Thanks for the vid! Don't pay any attention to the guys that say you're ripping off Nutnfancy. I like his vids and wish others do their reviews as thorough as he does. Their just haters. I also like that your doing military surplus guns. Keep 'em coming!! No offense to Nutnfancy, but he doesn't do surplus guns, which is fine. He can do all of the modern stuff & you could start doing military surplus? Just a thought? There are a lot of people with military surplus and not many reviews on them.
bigdogralph 1 year ago
are there other sight options? besides the fixed sights.
darkarchon777 1 year ago
@darkarchon777 No, they're actually part of the slide.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
@JCTheSniper15 wrong,makarov have 8 round capacity plus one in chamber
sinkosav 5 months ago
nevermind about the tactical thing, didnt get to the part about the knife. be original, dun rip off of nutnfancy
EspLtdAx260 1 year ago
If you don't like the vids, don't watch. However, I will say that this was one of my earliest videos, and my more recent ones are much better.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
Ok, one Nutnfancy is good enough...seriously. Compare the gun to something else other than a damn 9mm glock, and if i see someone else using the nutnfancy tabletop review main points im probably gunna give up on the youtube gun reviewing community altogether. But at least you didnt say tactical a lot.
EspLtdAx260 1 year ago
@EspLtdAx260 Well at the time, all I had to compare it to was my 9mm Glock, so there wasn't much choice.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
Please put bulgarian in the title. I am looking for a russian makarov review not bulgarian
MrM4man 1 year ago
I respect your opinion but seriously do your research before making false claims, you sound like an idiot. The Russian and East German models are the best. This gun was introduced in 1951, I don't see why you keep comparing it to your Glock. Its all steel and the Glock is of course is polymer, so thumbs down on that. I am in no way trashing Glocks, I think they are some of the best modern handguns made, but that technology wasnt invented yet when the Makarov's were put into services.
Dsyn222 1 year ago
@Dsyn222 Okay? So what part of that is the "false claim" that I made?
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
A Glock is a grenade. Get your facts straight.
teehee I'm so clever
KittyRokher 1 year ago
@KittyRokher lol. I'm not exactly sure what you mean by that sir...
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
@JCTheSniper15
There was a massive recall on Glock firearms for a time due to a problem with the receiver. Upon striking the primer with the firing pin, the whole thing blew up and caused very severe injuries to some users. Thus was born the 4chan meme, "Glock is a grenade," due to its reputation of exploding.
KittyRokher 1 year ago
@KittyRokher lol. Okay. I've never heard of that before.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
ok... not trying to be picky, but the size of a round doesn't realy/always equal stopping power.. I mean.. look at a round from a 38 special snub nose... it's so big because it needs the extra powder to get the the projectile up to speed due to the length of the barrel.. it's round is HUGE when compared to any 9mm....
gumpster66 1 year ago
@gumpster66 I don't know what you're trying to say. The 38 special definitely has more stopping power than the 9mm, just like the 9mm has more than the 9x18
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
well, I respect your opinion.... I've had my russian HC (there are high capacity models) makarov for over 3 yrs... I target shoot with ball rounds,
but keep hallow points in it for home/ personal defense. I find it to be quite accurate with very descent stopping power. several countries have made them.. IMO.. the russian versions are the best.. as for as CCW? replace that sharp edged rear sight. see my channel to see mine.
tc
gumpster66 1 year ago
still in Service in Bulgaria.
zloben9000 1 year ago
The Mak is a perfect CCW gun. And here's why
1. It's thin
2. It's more powerful than most CCW options
3. It's reliable
4. It's simple
5. Heel release and decocker are perfect for ccw
6. Good shooting gun.
Wabaanimkii 1 year ago
stop whining ....
ESGCmfr87 1 year ago
the lighter round is wider and stops in a body were the 9mm peribelm is worse as it can pass straight through the person were the makarov stops in them causing more damage and can carry more of.
kaatheanaconda 1 year ago
@kaatheanaconda That is so flagrantly untrue that it is ridiculous. The 9x18 and the 9x19 are almost exactly the same size. If the 9x18 stops in a body it is because the diminished powder charge behind the round doesn't have enough power to penetrate all the way through. A round stopping in a body doesn't cause more damage. A larger wound channel does. A larger wound channel is created by a round which expands more, and travels all the way through the body, creating a hole all the way through.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
@JCTheSniper15 lol this guy is so uninformed it's painful! He says 9x18 is wider? 9mm is the width you dumbass. 9x18 and 9x19 are same width, 9x19 is LONGER. Then he goes on to say the 9x18 expanding less is a good thing? More expansion = more damage, PERIOD. And if you're using hollow points (which you should be), unless the hollow point is clogged by heavy clothing or drywall, it won't go through a person. Hell even TMJ shouldn't. This is 9x19 we're talking about not 5.56.
DESTROYERSTUBE 1 year ago
@DESTROYERSTUBE The 9x18 is actually wider. The nomenclature is misleading on that because it uses a 9.3mm in diameter bullet. The russians did this so the round would be incompatible with weapons chambered in 9x19 that NATO used.
decemberdan 1 year ago
@kaatheanaconda The 9x18 does not expand as much as the 9x19. Look up the ballistics and you'll find that the 9x18 HP round expands generally to between 0.4 and 0.6 inches in diameter. Most 9x19 HP rounds expand to between 0.6 and 0.7 inches in diameter. This means that there is a tenth of an inch in size difference in favor of the 9mm parabellum. The 9mm will always create a larger wound channel and deliver more energy to the target than the 9x18. Thus, it is a better round.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
Are u aware they say the russian makarovs and west germanys are the best bulgari is a poorer model of the makarov. Also are u aware its reliability and accuracy of its time was great for a pistol and it has a special holder which allows u to carry it with saftey on and rounds in mag but not in chamber. the special holster when the pistol is drawn it coks the gun and take saftey off so its safe to carry and ready on the draw. Also although it ways a bit it helps against recoil.
kaatheanaconda 1 year ago
@kaatheanaconda I am aware that there are some people who think that.
I am aware that it is a very reliable pistol. It's the Ak-47 of pistols.
Yes, I am aware of the holster, and I think it's dumb. I wouldn't use one. I carry my Glock with a round in the chamber, and I would carry the Mak the same way.
Weight always helps with recoil. It doesn't mean I want a five pound gun to help with the recoil. I'll man up and deal with it.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
I wish these Makarov "experts" would do some homework and learn to pronounce Makarov properly.
It is NOT MAC-uh-rov!
It is pronounced more like "mu-CAR-ov"
Like nails on a blackboard to me
N777GE 1 year ago
@N777GE lol.
I think if you'll watch the video very closely, you'll notice that I never claimed to be an expert on anything. This videos reflect my opinion, and my experience. If you don't like my opinion, don't watch.
Also, I never claimed to speak Russian, and you may be right that I'm not pronouncing the word correctly. It's irrelevant to the content of the review.
If it's nails on a blackboard, don't watch.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
Have you heard of the EFA-2 Holster for this pistol.
Escmiester 1 year ago
@Escmiester I have indeed. I probably wouldn't use one, but I guess if you really want to carry the pistol with an empty chamber and the safety on then it's an option.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
u dont own the makarov therefore u dont know the gun
m579064 1 year ago
@m579064 That is some seriously flawed logic.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
i like the cz82
molemanlivesagain 1 year ago
@molemanlivesagain I don't know anything about it.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
@JCTheSniper15 is like a mararov, its a 9x18 and has 12 round double stack mags. its pretty much a makarov... google it =)
molemanlivesagain 1 year ago
Мудак заебал болтать
yalilison 1 year ago
It's quite funny that u can have a Russian pistol and we here in Russia cannot :) Only in non-lethal version firing with rubber bullets, which r made of condom rubber :)
nice review, thanks.
asznam 1 year ago
@asznam Thanks for watching!
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
I think comparing amo capacity isn't that big of a deal for personal defense. ill take the 7 rounds or the 15, that way ill make sure my shots count. Its not like running around getting in the middle of huge run fights. 7 rounds will be the job if some person attempts bodly harm on me or my fam
SpartanMaster7 1 year ago
@SpartanMaster7 That's fine, if that's the way you roll. Personally, I prefer to have more rounds. I carry my Glock 19 with 16 rounds in it, and an extra 17 round mag for reloading.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
@JCTheSniper15 your vid was very informative though, keep up the good work
SpartanMaster7 1 year ago
@SpartanMaster7 Well thank you sir! I'm always open to other's opinions and any sort of constructive feedback.
Thanks for watching!
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
it that would be your service pistol you would be mad!!! sure go ahead and complaint to Comrade commissar , Comrade commissar was always willing to listen, I'm willing to bet Comrade commissar would listen to you and suggest you be put on a very special team to design a new pistol in Siberia!!
vaq130 1 year ago
@vaq130 Yeah, the comrades are always so helpful in that way. lol
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
why you take something that is 60 or more years old and then compare it with something modern???? isn't it like comparing a dick with finger???
SKIDEL333 1 year ago
@SKIDEL333 Because people still carry these guns today. The Colt 1911 was designed around a hundred years ago, and I would still compare it to another weapon in order to decide which one I would use for a particular application. The Glock was designed almost thirty years ago, and it is still compared to much newer designs, and is still superior to many new pistols.
The point is to help buyers make an informed decision by discussing the pros and cons in comparison with other available pistols.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
dude i got a lot of guns and this gun is great
shifftyp 1 year ago
so its not a good gun
born4airsoft 1 year ago
@born4airsoft It's good for playing around with. It's cheap, reliable, and built like a tank. I just wouldn't buy one for defensive use.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
This review is barely relevant. You are comparing a gun that was effectively designed in the 1920s (not even using a more modern double stack example) to a modern gun. I mean I know they are of similar size, but the comparison is not even close, I doubt anyone would cross-shop a makarov and a glock so it kind of makes the comparison silly. I have a makarov, and I bought it knowing it's flaws. Its still a cool little gun. Run over both guns, see which one still works :)
XR4turbo 1 year ago
makarovs are very good guns .. imo. made a vid myself about mine. but I surely didn't talk the whole time. :) tc
gumpster66 1 year ago
I enjoy your reviews but gotta disagree with you about the Makarov not being an excellent service pistol. I believe Specnaz still use this firearm today. The Makarov is a battle-proven firearm and easily as prolific as the venerable Glock. Of course it's all personal preference. I like the look and feel of the classics.
creative10101010 1 year ago
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creative10101010 1 year ago
There are double stack variants of the Makarov. They were produced in Russia if I'm not mistaken so that 8 rd capacity was raised to 10. Still not a lot compared to many Western-style autoloaders. Maks are great carry pieces, though.
KingYaba 1 year ago
it dosent sound like you like your gun.
ledslinger1 1 year ago
A good video, but I find it an odd to compare a Glock and a PM. PM's are ancient compare to a Glock 19.
Dante31 1 year ago
Most people buy Makarovs as collectors items or fun guns for the range. It's not too great an idea to compare a weapon from short after WWII to a modern weapon.
glutn4punshmnt 1 year ago
I lived in Moscow until 2000, when i left all cops carried this gun. I suspect its still their primary gun. If not, its probably TT
skmode 1 year ago
I just find very stupid that you compare a Makarov with a Glock . It's the same thing as comparing a Hi-Point with a Glock, or a Honda with a Cadillac.
Now, in Cuba the police departments troughout the entire country uses the Makarov and they say that it's crappy as hell.I once held one in my hands when I was 10 (a cop let me hold it).They say in Cuba that if you are standing 40 meters away, it's easier to hit you with a rock than with a Makarov.But they say that it is very reliable.
wilfredotour2 1 year ago 4
@wilfredotour2 Well, the point of the comparison was just to show that there are better options today. The Glock is pretty much the standard in a lot of ways, so I like to compare things to it, just to see how they measure up.
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
@wilfredotour2 Why don't you find out for yourself. The Makarov is very accurate.
XR4turbo 1 year ago 6
@XR4turbo I must subscribe to that , makarov is very accurate.7 rounds is very good for a police or ex-KGB gun (if you know how to shoot). first shoot is to take your opponent out, second shoot (if you have time) is to be sure he is dead. i don't understand way you have to shoot 20 rounds to some1- shoot once /if he is taking cover you run like hell
Kahur2007 1 year ago
@wilfredotour2 Well obviously, its a 9mm short. 15-20 meters is about what your going to get. But inside the respectable limits of a small pistol its pretty damn accurate. I have a Russian Mak. However you are dead on witht he fact that a comparison to a Glock is fucking pointless. You said right in the video it's a world war 2 era pistol. Stop comparing it to a plastic piece of shit.
44magLover 1 year ago
@44magLover I did not compare it with the GLock, I criticized that comparison...The author of the video was the one who compared it...
wilfredotour2 1 year ago
@wilfredotour2 LOL. 999 of 1000 pistols in East Block are Makarovs. Most military and policemen have never ever seen any other handgun in their life there. Mak is far from perfect but I find it ridiculous about Cubans complaining about it. BTW police is rarely using a pistol on a distance longer than 30 ft. Take a shotgun of rifle to shoot further.
zipacna1980 1 year ago
@wilfredotour2 It's a fixed barrel design, which means it's inherently accurate. A more accurate platform than the glock platform. You don't happen to be an airsoft newbie do you? Play a little call of duty? Live in ur moms house maybe?
SupremeAmerican 11 months ago
@SupremeAmerican I'm 18 years old, live with my parents, play call of duty, don't like airsoft guns, graduating in two years as an Aircraft Mechanic, and an uncle of mine has a Makarov. Any problem big boy?
wilfredotour2 11 months ago
Nice, I'm really considering getting one of these. How hard is ammo to come by? Is the ammo expensive?
jermz999 1 year ago
@jermz999 It's fairly easy to find, and it's usually slightly less expensive than 9mm
JCTheSniper15 1 year ago
talk more about the gun reliability not opinions but nice vid
kingbigdawg9 1 year ago
luks like its hev a pmm stile of handel with shalf, and about sevice pistol i'w been in a russia ina summer 2009 russian (milicia)= police steel carry this pistols.
vovavoyevodin 2 years ago
OMG!!! You are the most repetative reviewer on all of Youtube!!! You could've done the whole review in 5 minutes not three different reviews!!!! Get a teleprompter like Obama and hope it doesn't short out on you.
nosaj762 2 years ago
I'm sorry....
I haven't been doing this for very long, and I'm improving as I go. So thanks for the feedback. I'm sure it'll improve.
And I woudln't want to do anything like Obama... haha
JCTheSniper15 2 years ago
Several times in the video you stated that this pistol is horrible with regard to it being a military service pistol due to the 8 round mag capacity (even though you said it was 7). What about the Colt 1911 which only holds 7 rounds in the mag (at least until recently when some manufacturers increased mag cap to 8). Anyway, the 1911 was in use from 1911 to 1985. Granted 45 caliber is vastly better than 9mm mak, but don't dis a pistol cuz its not a super hi-cap. Some of us CAN shoot.
gmotwc 2 years ago
Well yes, .45 is significantly better than 9x18. It's really not fair to compare what is basically a .380 to a .45. Obviously, you trade capacity for caliber.
However, I was comparing it against current weapons, and the pistol is issued as a military firearm in some countries today. If I were issued it today, I would not be happy.
And yes, some people can shoot. I happen to be one of them. But there is no tactical situation where you will be better off with fewer rounds in your magazine.
JCTheSniper15 2 years ago
Plus, I like weapons with higher capacity. I probably wouldn't carry a 1911 either. I can get pistols with equal or better reliability that hold far more rounds, even in forty five. A sub-compact glock in .45 acp holds ten rounds. Personally, I think that wins. over the 8 in the 1911.
And yes, I know I said seven. I've been corrected already, and I'm pretty sure I annotated the video, but I'll go back and check.
JCTheSniper15 2 years ago
And also, since this is my review of the weapon, I'm talking about my own preferences. If you prefer a .380 (basically) with a low round capacity for a combat weapon, then rock on. Personally, I'd prefer something of at least 9mm, with at least 15 rounds.
JCTheSniper15 2 years ago
Its not that bad .. you make it sound horrible. 6 rounds is enough to get the job done, 8 is for those who cant shoot. Why did the russians use it for so long though? I first saw the gun on Metal Gear Solid 3, used by Ocelot
RepPhilly215 2 years ago
I don't think it's horrible in general, just horrible as a duty gun. It's what I would want to carry if I were in the military. I have no idea why the Russians used it for so long, though i suspect it might have something to do with a lack of money to change systems.
And in general, I am of the belief that more rounds is better, and if I can get 16 rounds for less weight than a gun with 8, then I'm going to have to go for 16. Though i do agree that I probably won't need them all.
JCTheSniper15 2 years ago
Meant to say: "It's not what I would want to carry"
JCTheSniper15 2 years ago
@JCTheSniper15 you would have to admit that considering the time frame that the makarov came from, it's a very nice auto. if I was to compare it to todays autos?? duh.. doesn't stand a chance... but I like mine partly because it's a part of history... which is why I'll never part with my colt 32 auto manufactured in 1924.
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gumpster66 1 year ago
Magazine holds 8+1 not 7, also that's a Bulgarian Makarov...
DesertFox01 2 years ago
@DesertFox01 You're right. It is an 8 round mag. my mistake. I'll annotate that.
And yes, I know it's a Bulgarian Makarov. I was merely calling it Russian because it's a Russian design, but I guess I didn't make that clear enough.
JCTheSniper15 2 years ago