IMEZ IJ-70-17AH .380 ACP Compact DA/SA Pistol - Blued, 3.68 in Fixed Barrel, 10+1 - B-WEST Import
Russian-made by Izhevsk Mechanical Plant (IMEZ), this IJ-70-17AH is the commercial Baikal export variant of the Makarov-pattern pistol chambered in .380 ACP. It features the "H" double-stack frame for 10+1 capacity, an adjustable rear sight, and an all-steel, polished blued finish. Marked with B-WEST Tucson, AZ import stamp and Russian commercial proofs, this 1990s compact offers the classic fixed-barrel, straight-blowback configuration with DA/SA operation.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The exterior shows significant markings from previous handling and use.
What's Included
- IMEZ IJ-70-17AH .380 ACP pistol
- One 10-round steel magazine
The IJ-70-17AH suffix identifies this as the .380 ACP variant ("17") with an adjustable rear sight ("A") and the double-stack frame ("H"). Capacity is 10+1, with a compact profile and a 3.68 inch fixed barrel in the traditional Makarov-pattern straight-blowback system.
Construction is all steel with a polished blued finish. The slide carries rear serrations and an anti-glare rib. Black synthetic checkered grips provide a secure hold, and the pistol retains the classic external hammer with a serrated spur.
Controls are familiar and functional, including DA/SA operation and a slide-mounted safety/decocker. Sights are iron, with a fixed front blade and a square-notch rear that is screw-adjustable for elevation.
Import and factory markings include the B-WEST Tucson, AZ stamp, "Made in RUSSIA BY IMEZ," Russian commercial proof marks, and an SA91 marking, aligning it with 1990s Russian commercial production and export by Baikal.