Commercial Oddities - Wide Body Makarov and Tokrev pistols.

Published on April 29, 2020
Duration: 12:59

This review examines commercial 'wide-body' variants of the Makarov and Tokarev pistols, focusing on imported models like the Russian IJ-70-17AH and Norinco 213A. It highlights differences in magazine capacity, grip size, and caliber conversions, while also noting potential reliability issues and the scarcity of parts for these specific commercial imports.

Quick Summary

Commercial wide-body Makarov and Tokarev pistols, like the IJ-70-17AH and Norinco 213A, offer higher magazine capacity (10-14 rounds) but have thicker grips. Some variants are chambered in .380 ACP. Reliability issues and parts scarcity are noted for Norinco clones.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Commercial Handgun Oddities
  2. 01:17East German Makarov: Standard Model
  3. 02:30Russian IJ-70-17AH: High Capacity Makarov
  4. 04:33Makarov Magazine Compatibility
  5. 06:51Norinco 213: 9mm Tokarev Variant
  6. 08:48Norinco 213A: Wide Body Tokarev
  7. 11:15Reliability & Collecting Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

What are 'wide-body' Makarov and Tokarev pistols?

Wide-body versions are commercial imports, often based on military designs like the Makarov and Tokarev, featuring double-stack magazines that increase grip thickness for higher capacity. Examples include the Russian IJ-70-17AH Makarov and the Norinco 213A Tokarev.

What caliber is the Russian IJ-70-17AH Makarov?

The Russian-made IJ-70-17AH Makarov pistol is typically chambered in .380 ACP. It features adjustable target sights and a double-stack 10-round magazine, making its grip significantly wider than standard Makarovs.

Are Norinco Tokarev clones reliable?

The video notes that reliability issues, such as double feeds, have been observed with Norinco Tokarev clones. Collectors should be aware of these potential problems and the difficulty in finding spare parts for these specific commercial imports.

Can a standard Makarov magazine fit a wide-body Makarov?

Yes, a standard 8-round single-stack Makarov magazine can function in a wide-body Makarov like the IJ-70-17AH. However, there will be noticeable wobble in the magazine well due to the difference in grip size.

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