Baikal IJ-70 380K .380 ACP Makarov-Pattern Pistol, Blued, DA/SA, Adjustable Rear Sight, Russian B-WEST Import
This Baikal IJ-70 380K is a Russian-made, .380 ACP Makarov-pattern pistol with a fixed barrel and DA/SA operation. It features an all-steel blued construction, an adjustable rear sight in the "K" configuration, and matching serial numbers on the slide and frame. Clear import and origin markings include B-WEST Tucson, Arizona and "Made in RUSSIA IZHEVSK," making this a well-documented example.
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: There are minimal markings from prior handling and use. The bore is bright and clean. Photos show the current condition.
What’s Included
- Baikal IJ-70 380K pistol
- 1x 8-round single-stack steel magazine with elongated witness slot and flat floorplate (Makarov/IJ-70 pattern)
The IJ-70 380K uses a fixed-barrel, simple blowback Makarov mechanism, paired with a DA/SA trigger and a slide-mounted safety/decocker. It retains the classic spur hammer and vertical rear slide serrations for a secure grip during manipulation.
Construction is all-steel with a uniform blued finish across the slide, frame, and receiver. The factory Baikal wraparound black polymer grip includes a molded palm swell and checkering for consistent hand placement.
Sighting equipment consists of a fixed front blade integral to the slide and an adjustable rear notch, the hallmark of the "K" variant configuration. This setup provides a straightforward iron-sight picture tailored to this model.
Markings and provenance are clear: "Made in RUSSIA IZHEVSK" and a B-WEST Tucson, Arizona importer stamp are present. The slide and frame carry matching serial numbers. Chambered in .380 ACP, the pistol has a 3.7-inch barrel and an 8+1 capacity, with one 8-round magazine included.