Commercial Oddities - Wide Body Makarov and Tokrev pistols.

Published on April 29, 2020
Duration: 12:59

This video from Military Arms Channel explores commercial variants of the Makarov and Tokarev pistols, focusing on 'wide-body' models like the IJ-70-17AH and Norinco 213A. The expert analysis highlights differences in magazine capacity, grip thickness, and notes potential reliability issues with certain commercial imports, offering valuable insights for collectors and enthusiasts.

Quick Summary

Military Arms Channel explores commercial handgun variants, focusing on wide-body Makarov and Tokarev pistols like the IJ-70-17AH and Norinco 213A. The analysis highlights differences in magazine capacity, grip thickness, and discusses potential reliability concerns and parts availability issues with certain commercial imports.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Commercial Handgun Variants
  2. 01:17East German Makarov Overview
  3. 02:30Russian IJ-70-17AH High Capacity Makarov
  4. 04:33Makarov Magazine Compatibility Quirk
  5. 06:51Norinco 213 (9mm Tokarev)
  6. 08:48Norinco 213A High Capacity Tokarev
  7. 11:15Reliability and Collecting Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some commercial variants of the Makarov and Tokarev pistols discussed?

The video covers commercial variants like the Russian IJ-70-17AH, a .380 ACP Makarov with a double-stack magazine, and the Norinco 213 and 213A, which are 9mm Tokarev variants, including a high-capacity 14-round model.

What are the key differences between standard and wide-body Makarov pistols?

Wide-body Makarovs, such as the IJ-70-17AH, typically feature double-stack magazines for increased capacity (e.g., 10 rounds) and consequently have a thicker grip frame compared to standard 8-round single-stack Makarovs.

Are there any known reliability issues with commercial Tokarev clones like the Norinco 213A?

Yes, the video notes that some Norinco commercial Tokarev clones can experience reliability issues, including double-feed malfunctions. Parts for these specific commercial imports can also be difficult to find.

What is a notable quirk regarding Makarov magazine compatibility?

Interestingly, some wide-body Makarov pistols, despite their thicker frames designed for double-stack magazines, can still accept standard 8-round single-stack magazines, albeit with some wobble.

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