IMEZ IJ70-17A .380 ACP Makarov Variant, Made in Russia, DA/SA, Adjustable Rear Sight, 3.68 in Fixed Barrel, 8+1
This Russian-made IJ70-17A is the commercial/export variant of the Makarov PM, chambered in .380 ACP for Western markets. Built by Izhevsk Mechanical Plant (Baikal/IMEZ), it pairs a DA/SA, straight-blowback system with a fixed 3.68 in barrel and the factory-adjustable rear sight denoted by the "A" suffix. Import and proof marks include K.B.I. HBG, PA and the Izhevsk triangle-arrow. A factory Izhevsk 8-round magazine with the triangle-arrow stamp is included.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol shows various cosmetic imperfections, scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss.
What's Included
- 1 factory Izhevsk steel single-stack 8-round magazine with triangle-arrow stamp, long witness slot, and flat floorplate
Produced by Izhevsk Mechanical Plant (Baikal/IMEZ) and marked IJ70-17A, this is a Made in Russia commercial/export Makarov PM variant configured for .380 ACP. The model was oriented to Western markets while retaining core Makarov design traits and robust all-steel construction.
The operating system is DA/SA with a straight blowback action and a fixed 3.68 in barrel. This configuration is known for consistent function and dependable mechanical alignment. Controls include a slide-mounted safety/decocker, a heel-type magazine release, and a spur hammer, with right-side ejection.
The "A" suffix denotes the factory-adjustable rear sight paired with a fixed front blade. The slide features anti-glare top serrations and rear slide serrations. The steel slide and frame wear a blued/black oxide finish, complemented by a black checkered one-piece polymer grip bearing the Baikal logo and star medallions.
Capacity is single-stack 8+1, and this example includes a factory Izhevsk magazine with the triangle-arrow stamp, a long witness slot, and a flat floorplate. A lanyard ring is present at the frame.
Markings include K.B.I. HBG, PA importer information, "Made in Russia by IMEZ," and the Izhevsk triangle-arrow factory stamp. These provide clear provenance as a Baikal/IMEZ export model.