22x9 said:
How do the P-11 and the Makarov compare?
Weight:
P-11, loaded 10+1, 9X19 ammo, 22 ounces
Bulgarian Makarov loaded 8+1, 9X18 ammo, 29 ounces
Length of slide:
P-11 5 & 5/8 inches
Makarov 6 & 1/4 inches
Width of slide
Both just under 1"
Height from top of slide to bottom of mag
P-11 4 inches
Makarov 4 & 3/4 inches
Distance from back of grips (crook of thumb) to trigger - both approx 3 inches
Even though the Mak is single stack, both have similar width of grip.
The Makarov is a blowback Walther type design, steel pistol. DA/SA. My military issue Mak has an incredibly light action. Safety acts like a decocker on the Bulgarian. Most 9X18 ammo is 95 grains at around 1000 fps, give or take. Hornady makes a JHP rated at 1000 fps.
Maks are sweet to shoot, especially after shooting the P-11. Listen to the people who say they are incredibly reliable. They are.
IMHO the sights on the P-11 are not the best. The sights on the Maks are worse.
Both can be carried as pocket guns. Pocket holsters are made for each. 9X18 Makarov ammo is cheap and plentiful.
Considering that Maks can be bought in nearly perfect condition for $129 to $189.00, I say buy now, buy often.
Other Mak owners please fill in the important things I've missed.
Regards, Keys 8)