Makarov: The Soviets Adopt Some Weird Proprietary Caliber
This guide details the field stripping process for the Makarov PM pistol, a procedure similar to the Walther PP. It emphasizes safety and highlights the simple blowback mechanism and fixed barrel design. The Makarov PM was developed by Nikolay Makarov and adopted by the Soviet Union, featuring a proprietary 9x18mm cartridge.











