Makarov BB Pistol

This economy version fills a niche for collectors who are looking for a replica to fill a void. A positive aspect is that its accuracy surpasses many more expensive, albeit realistic, models offered by Umarex. Price, value and accuracy is a five star.

Pros
Good price. Remarkably accurate and uses Co2 sparingly, firing ten 18-round magazines on one 12g cylinder. Shot group fired from a braced position measured 4" high by 2" wide, with all but 20 or 30 bbs outside of 180 shots within a ragged group. The grips are a bit angular and not very comfortable, but it looks like a faithful reproduction of the actual firearms. Other Umarex Legend models that I own are accurate copies. The appearance is very nice.

Cons
Although it's a very good value for the price, it isn't a virtual copy of the actual firearms. Although the slide operates, it doesn't have a blowback feature when fired (that is a positive feature if you are looking for more efficient use of the Co2. The trigger feels like a toy, but that doesn't detracts from the accuracy, merely reminds you that it's a replica. The magazine is a thin strip as compared to other more realistic versions on higher priced models.

Umarex has an extensive lineup in the Legend series. I bought this to fill a niche in other historic pistols, and this one doesn't disappoint. It has the weight, feel and appearance of an actual Makarov. If it had an better trigger feel, coupled with its ability to put 90% of the shots in a two inch group at 7 yards, it would easily rate as a 5 star, instead of a 4.5 rating, especially considering the low price.

Pros
* Price is great. *Accuracy is shocking. Out of 180 shots (10 magazines) on a 12g Co2 cylinder, the group measured 4 inches high by 3 inches wide, with 160 of the shots blowing out a ragged hole 2 inches high by 1 1/2 inches wide. Shots were hamd held and braced on a bench, fired from a measured 20 ft distance. * Appearance is clean and nice blued. The only seam visible runs along the bottom of the frame, from the front to the magazine well. The trigger guard and slide are separate parts and have no seam. * Lettering is etched but small and tastefully done with the serial number highlighted in white. Cosmetically, the pistol is attractive and impressive; it could pass for the real thing.

Cons
* Although the slide does pull to the rear, which cocks the hammer, I overlooked that it was non-blowback, which was a disappointment upon firing. However, the Co2 energy that would otherwise operate the slide goes to firing additional shots (10 mags on one cylinder). * Ergonomically, the pistol doesn't as pleasing as a Browning High Power, a P08 Luger, Walther, or Colt 1911, but I imagine Umarex created a faithful reproduction of a Makarov. * Despite the lack of more pleasing contours at the tip of the backstrap and around the trigger guard, it does shoot very well. * Racking the slide isn't necessary to operate the pistol, but it will cock the hammer for the first shot, then all other shots are double action. * The trigger feels like a toy gun and the break is mushy, but as noted, it doesn't seem to hurt accuracy.

Priced right

Pros
Great looks and weight. Feels like a real weapon.

Cons
Super hard trigger pull. Completely reduces accuracy.

Best CO2 pistol I have owned. Very accurate with Daisy steel BBs. Shoots a ragged hole at 7 yards. Very similar to the centerfire Makarovs I have owned.

Pros
Outstanding replica, solid construction, very accurate, and hits hard.

Cons
None

It's definitely a good gun to add to your collection
Thank you A.G. for the price point and availability of this gun , also thank you for the very speedy delivery ! Appreciate it very much !

Pros
First off the price point ! , The gun seems to be very well made , it is true copy of original gun. it fits well in my hand and feels good , I like the fact it is mostly metal , the box it comes in is very nice with a little history of the gun. I liked it so much I purchased two of them !

Cons
Nothing I can really think of to tell the truth.

Pros
Has a good weight to it and looks like the real thing. Very pleased.

Cons
Only thing I'd change is making the entire mag come out, not some small portion of it.

Beautiful gun! Nice price! Thanks you guys. Keep up the good work! God bless!

Pros
Hey the plastic grip is beautiful! True to the Russian mcCoy! I love it

Cons
Nothing to change. How can you make the best better? Can't!!

I have a real Makarov. This is a faithful replica. It is a little looser feeling than the real gun, but this has to be expected. Also it is not as accurate as my longer guns, but is a prized part of my collection. The Umarex Legends series by KWC are the best air guns I own.

Pros
Great replica

Cons
A little loose

Opened box and didn't understand it. A heavy steel pistol with a cheapo plastic grip.Upon further analysis I found the gun well designed and built to last except of course the easter egg like plastic grip. If it wasn't for my specialty collection, I might have sent this one back.

Pros
POWER, ACCURACY, HEFT.

Cons
NOISY RATTLE FROM GRIP AND SLIDE. $$$

Nice copy , true to original in lots of ways.

Pros
price

Cons
trigger guard