Baikal MCM

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name=Baikal MCM, Baikal "Margolin"


caption=Baikal MCM
origin=flagcountry|Soviet Union
type=Semi-automatic pistol
designer=Mikhail Margolin
design_date=1948
service=1950s – present
cartridge=.22LR
action=Semi-automatic
rate=
velocity=~330m/s
range=
weight=0,91 kg
length=245 mm
part_length=130 mm
feed=5-rounds
sights=Adjustable iron sights-rad.190mm, optional mount required for optical sights
variants=Baikal "Margo" (short barrel)
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The Baikal MCM is a .22 LR pistol primarily used for competitive target shooting in 25m Standard Pistol class under the rules of the International Shooting Sport Federation for bullseye round-target shooting at 25 m. The Margolin has been used since the 1950s, and complies with all international competition standards.

The MCM was designed by Mikhail Margolin in 1948 and made its international debut at the 36th World Championships held in 1954 at Caracas, Venezuela.

A very accurate, reliable and economically priced pistol of functional and simple design. The designer himself was totally blind, which might have an influence on the design. The most criticised characteristic - the elevation of the plane of sight - could thus also be explained: The designer could not aim his pistol.

The barrel, being comparatively light-weight, can be equipped with an under barrel weight for added steadyness.

A more concealable version of the pistol is available for a less formal target shooting and self-defence applications. The barrel is shortened and original sights replaced in this version.

External links

* [http://www.baikalinc.ru/eng/prod/hguns/mcm/ Manufacturer's overview of Baikal MCM (aka "Margolin")]
* [http://www.baikalinc.ru/eng/prod/hguns/mcmk/ Manufacturer's overview of Baikal "Margo"]