CZ 82 9x18mm Makarov Compact DA/SA Pistol – 1984 Czechoslovak Military Issue, C&R Eligible
Built in 1984 for Czechoslovak military service, this CZ 82 pairs a compact carbon-steel frame with a 12-round magazine—the highest capacity of any standard 9x18mm sidearm. A chrome-lined polygonal bore, ambidextrous controls, and the glossy black polycoat finish make it a distinctive Cold War service pistol now listed on the BATFE Curio & Relic roster. Matching serial numbers on the slide and frame add collector appeal, while its proven blowback DA/SA action keeps it range-ready.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Chrome-lined polygonal rifling remains well-defined.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol retains its original glossy black polycoat finish with scattered scratches and small blemishes. Light rust and pitting are present in isolated spots but do not affect function. The bore is bright and shiny.
What’s Included
- CZ 82 9x18mm pistol (matching slide and frame serial numbers)
- Two 12-round factory CZ 82 steel magazines
The CZ 82 was the first service handgun to combine an ambidextrous thumb safety and ambidextrous magazine release, giving both right- and left-handed shooters identical control placement. This 1984 example carries those features intact, along with rearward-slanted slide serrations and an external extractor for reliable operation.
The fixed 97 mm (3.8 in.) barrel is press-fit to the frame, contributing to the pistol’s noted mechanical accuracy. Its chrome-lined polygonal rifling resists corrosion and simplifies cleaning—benefits that helped the CZ 82 serve reliably in varied climates.
A robust carbon-steel slide and frame wear the factory black polycoat finish, the same treatment specified for military contracts. Proof marks include the crossed-swords cartouche and factory code “she 84,” confirming 1984 production at the Strakonice plant.
With its 12+1 capacity, compact dimensions, and C&R status (added in 2007), this CZ 82 bridges practical shooting and collectible interest. It remains a straightforward, user-friendly design from the final decade of Czechoslovak service pistols.