P-64 Polish 9x18 Makarov Pistol Review

Fun Gun Reviews Presents:The P 64 Polish 9x18 Makarov Pistol Review. A high quality surplus pistol from the famous Radom Arsenal in Poland.
Thanks for watching~ Sootch00
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[@TheCHris8726]

That's a nice review but as a Pole I feel obligated to correct few things stated here. P-64 isn't used by our military for a long time now. Shortly after it's introduction to People's Army it became obvious that in overall it's a good gun for self defense and concealment but not for it's intended purpose as a military pistol. Mainly due to it's strong recoil, short line of sight and low mag capacity. Therefore WITU (Military Institute of Armament Technology) started to work on the new construction, which lead to P-70 and P-75 prototypes with aluminum frame and double stack 14 rounds mags, but they were never introduced to mass production. Ultimately it was replaced by it's bigger younger brother P-83, which is widely used by Polish Military to this day. Interesting fact, it's better and preffered construction over it's successor WIST-94 which is big POS. And P-64 is still used by many our police units. That is all :)

[@varanid9]

I used to have a Wanad; it was a beautifully made pistol, perhaps the highest quality pistol of any east bloc country, including the CZ.

[@gunslinger2172]

Thank you for sharing I didnt know that

[@mattpeacock5208]

I think my P64 is the cat's meow, the bee's knees and it also happens to be all that and a bag of chips! So..... screw it, buying ammo in the AM, then off to the gun range!

[@deejayimm]

Didn't he say it was in service officially from 64 to like 1983? I mean technically the 1911 is still being used by the US military today, though not officially.

[@davidjakiela9553]

Greetings from a fellow Pole. It does make a good chest gun, carried high on chest rig as a last ditch weapon.

[@sootch00]

This is the revised P-64 Review. Sorry guys, I had to correct a glaring error on my part. . Thanks~

[@YoderTexas]

Video hasn't started yet. Did the error measure 9 x 21?

[@sootch00]

YoderTexas Yeah, I know better but just had one of those brain blocks. Lol!

[@YoderTexas]

You're too young to be having senior moments Sootch. I'm glad you caught and eradicated that so quickly. I was about to ask if you buy your cigars from a little tattoo shop in Colorado. ;-)

[@korporalhimmelsto4125]

1:10 not true. 9X18 is designed to be the most powerful cartridge in a strait or simple blowback operation. the actual bullet is slightly wider than 9X19. 9mm Mak is 9.27mm wide while 9mm Luger is 9.17mm. this is caused by the russians measuring the diameter of the bullet in correspondence to the lands of the rifling in the bore; whereas 9mm Luger is measured in correspondence to the grooves of the rifling.

[@frederickwise5238]

Of particular interest to me since I learned the BATFE classification. In Md you have to pay serious extra money for 'various things' to get an HQL - before you can consider buying a handgun. (Even if you bought 100 handguns before Oct 2013) However there is no HQL requirement if its classified ACR . Based on the original review I found one at my LGS. A 1973 , it looks to be unissued

[@catinthehat661]

My dad gave me that exact pistol. He’s gone but the P-64 is still with me.

[@ronmexico7962]

I bought one of these and I absolutely love it, people are amazed on how nice it fits in your hand and how close it looks to James Bond's PPK. Easy to maintain great fun to shoot. I recommend this gun to anyone looking for a great gun something different that comes with a some history to it. Everyone has a glock and 1911 but not everyone has a P-64

[@joedirt7716]

Haha I have all three and many more ... I did over pay for the p64 but I got a deal on the p70 I picked up with it

[@joshm7530]

I love these guns...i HATE glocks...I had one but i had to sell it..

[@jimgarvey48]

The p64 is a fabulous hand gun. I'll probably buy it again. No frills,bad to the bone

[@MauldtheMan]

This video is exactly everything I needed to hear. I was deciding between the P-64, CZ83, CZ70, and the Makarov for my carry and this pretty much sealed me on the P-64. I had mistakenly assumed that the safety was only a two stage which was making me lean towards the CZ70. Knowing what I now know, however, and preferring the 9x18 ballistically, I'm going to be picking up a P-64 and soon. Thanks for the video and God bless.

[@raymonddillon7370]

Sootch thanks for taking the time to do a video on this little known but fantastic little pistol. For those considering one but is scared of the heavy trigger pul in DA, all the springs from a Walther ppk works in this Gun, i just went ahead and bought a walther Spring kit from Wolf before Wolff made a kit for the P64 , it turned it into a fantastic trigger pull in both DA and SA, and yes the Poles like the Czechs take pride in their Pistols. Mine was made in in 1975, i bought it at a Gun Shop here in PA about 6 years ago for $169.95. Great little pistol accurate and fun to shoot.

[@TKFProject]

Hey ***** I'm from Poland and let me assure: Polish military no longer uses 9x18 pistols, neither do we use 5.45 rifles. We have kind of moved on ;) Thanks for your work, stay safe.

[@gsfbffxpdhhdf7043]

KrasnoludekStary what do you use then? 9mm and 5.56?

[@gsfbffxpdhhdf7043]

You should use 40 cal and 8mm mauser

[@Krzemieniewski1]

@@gsfbffxpdhhdf7043 Poland use standard NATO ammunition since 1997 when we joined NATO...

[@rmn12175]

Nope. Polish professional soldier here. My service pistol is P-83 (i'm lieutenant) and im happy. I prefer it over WIST-94.

[@yogi8787]

@@Krzemieniewski1 we joined in 99

[@Mrgunsngear]

Love my P64. Like you said---the DA trigger's a beast but the Wolff springs make a WORLD of difference. Excellent fit/finish on these old guns.

[@wildman2012]

I replaced the mainspring also. Makes a world of difference.

[@Spanishfutbol2010]

Yup I just picked one up and that’s the first thing I’m doing to it

[@Sphere3601976]

Love this pistol. I have had mine for 8-9 years and it's what I carry. It was a 1976 stamped pistol and it looks brand new. Nice review!

[@harveyge1]

Nicely done video! I own one of these guns, and a few things I would mention are 1) it hurts to shoot it because of its narrowness and recoil is absorbed by the bone at the base of the thumb, 2) the spring inside the trigger housing sometimes slips from its post, but can be slipped back on if gun is taken apart, 3) acccuracy cannot be overstated and is because of fixed barrel and wide trigger (single action trigger pull is the best of any pistol I've ever fired, period; double action is the worst), 4) this is not just a nice gun, but as you have said, it is a beautiful gun! Thank you.

[@jamesdee5132]

thanks for such a thorough review! you went over features, shooting, history, price, qualify, ,etc...in a concise time frame. the best pistol review I have seen, and I have watched a lot. Thanks.

[@zivendn]

The P-64's are wonderful shooters after investing a few bucks into a spring kit and 15 or 20 minutes of time.. Of the three P-64's I have owned, not a single hick-up. No exaggeration, no jams of any kind whatsoever. I've put hundreds of home cast lead slugs, using trimmed 9MM brass using published 380 powder data. They make wonderful pocket carry pistols especially for old school guys like me that can't mentally deal with plastic guns.

[@meyodasan]

This beautiful music combined with gorgeous pictures of the gun... excellent vid mr. Sootch

[@fratercontenduntocculta8161]

Got mine for 250 at a pawn shop. Mine doesn’t have the import marks on the slide, but under the barrel. If you see one out in the wild, don’t let it pass you up! And these also have wood grips available if you aren’t a fan of the plastic.

[@jabomiles6947]

Well done. I recently bough one of these and you have just confirmed that I made a good purchase.

Great review of a very nice pistol.Only issue I had with mine was letting my daughter try it out.... She liked it so much she pestered me until I gave her mine and I ordered another from AIM. She used to EDC an American name brand .9mmC but found the RADOM P-64 easier to DCC and most important (I think anyways) she said after going through a couple magazines "it just feels right in my hands" she said.

[@Bishie87]

I've always found the Makarov to be particularly characterful, owing to it's rudimentary design.

[@g54b95]

I scored a fantastic example (1977) that the previous owner had already done the Wolff spring upgrades. I found some beautiful CNC'd French Walnut grips for it (completely smooth seam on the backstrap that doesn't bite your hand like the seam on the plastic grips does) and it's my EDC pocket carry. Bonus: it comes factory melted. Such a baller little gun. They don't make them like this anymore. Great review, Sootch. Don't let all the comments about the recoil deter you. It's an all steel gun, afterall.

[@hroman5]

Excellent review. Thanks for taking time to create, edit and upload this video.

[@peterpiper_203]

Great video Very informative Best part your hands aren't fat like a lot of other posters and no heavy breathing or throat clearing

[@chorton38305]

+PETER P And he doesn't have any shit-kicking country music blaring in the background drowning out his audio like some other posters do! His camera angles are always good and unobstructed also. The man knows how to make a video.

[@kenibnanak5554]

Add Wolff Springs (always), use the safety (always) and add a fiber optic front sight and it becomes a good pocket pistol.

[@rogercougle3042]

Them Wolf springs lightning trigger real nice

[@glenwood89420]

I was given one of these by a friend on my 21st birthday and I quickly fell in love with it! Other than the double action trigger pull it shoots great and is super accurate. Although I will warn that with mine the safetly lever snapped in half at the hammer block some time, probably when using the decocker. Finding a replacement was a little bit of a pain too. Now I always ride the hammer foreward so it doesnt slam against the safety lever.

[@bgc51765]

Bought one about 2 months ago and installed the Wolff springs. Great little carry pistol. Thanks for reviewing it Sootch00. It helped make up my mind.

[@dustyrusty7956]

Sootch00...just got off my lazy arse, and looked up the Model 83. Better trigger pull weights, slide release are two differences between the 83 and the 64 that come to mind just now....and surprise surprise!! This model was introduced in 1983.

[@WAQWBrentwood]

I have a 1952 Polish (Radom) M44, Even considering that it is postwar, The quality of the piece shows the pride the Poles put into their firearms! It's seems more "commercial" finished than is expected from a military arm!

[@michaelkilimanjaro9926]

I could not DA pull when I first got it. I almost took it to a gunsmith until I heard from a spring replacement. Spring replacement made it somewhat manageable.

[@coburnlowman]

Good video and I agree with everything you stated. It seems when I ordered a couple of them they were closer to $100. Wish I'd ordered more as an investment. The one I carry concealed I had coated because of pocketing in hot humid summer would cause the outside of barrel to rust. But they're built as well as any pistol I've ever had. I don't spend a lot of time cleaning it just every once in a while open it and blow it out. It has never jammed and several times had to pull it quickly as varmint control for livestock protection and pocket lint flew on the first shot. The insides of the barrel doesn't rust so it's either lined or has a plating. I don't know about ammo pricing because I ordered cases when I seen how reliable these pistols were. If it's still reasonable and easily accessible I'd recommend one to anyone as a everyday conceal pistol.

[@shadowalker1776]

I have one and use mine as my EDC CCW. Great guns.

[@goodole1usa]

I just ran into your video about the P-64. The pistol that you are reviewing and referring to as a Makarov is actually just a plain a Polish P-64. Since I was collecting C& R's I purchase three Makarov's about 15 years ago. My three are stamped Makarov. I also bought 5 - P-64's which are just that, a Polish P-64. I'm not intending to degrade your post, but I went through this many time with C&R collectors that I knew at that time. I just thought I would throw that in. Very nice presentation though.

[@gwidwock]

Great review. I just picked one up on Gunbroker for $412. It is snappy. I did put the Wolff 18LB spring in to relieve the double action. Mine was made in 1973 with the 11 in the oval. It's in great collector shape.

[@darksim_000]

I will say, great investment ... excellent double taps, second best [as of a few years ago at least] concealed platform, and ultra reliable. So as for the recoil I'm actually going to make this a little bit more complicated. I considered two types of recoil, snap and kick is the way I consider it. So after I got my 1972 polish p64 and trained extremely expensively with it I noticed major differences with other guns regarding that dynamic

[@darksim_000]

It has a high snap vs the recoil-kick-straight-forward, if that makes sense. So using a Glock is a little more stable but has more frontal back-based power whereas this gun is the inverse but it still extremely excellent to use it's my favorite of all time and will remain my weapon of choice

[@darksim_000]

I actually almost had to USE my license to kill once ... newpspaper job, did "moonlighting" / second gig ... so to speak ... was doing UberEats on the way home from work 366 days a week. 5:30 - 5:45 AM [random week day] a carjacker diligently tries to assault me ... chases me through the parking lot while I can't figure out how to escape. He's sprinting on foot while I keep going into dead end after dead end curbs failing to escape this stupid parking lot. Just trying to make 5 or 8 dollars on the way home from the newspaper deliver job or whatever. He breaks my passenger door handle, tottally destroys my drivers' side [which I've ever since had to get in the passenger door every time I get into the car - lol] ... and even tries to smash my window with his fists. I do everything I can >>NOT

[@101DeathJester]

Love you pistol reviews Sootch! I'm amazed as to how quickly you corrected it. Looking forward to more videos :D

[@fikriramazan6929]

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[@brucemedley69]

I own Colts, Glocks, Sigs, HKs, etc. but I still carry my 1974 P-64. Just feels good to carry. Wonderful grip. Get the spring kit for the DA trigger.

[@theElderberryFarmer]

The P-64 is a great little pocket carry pistol. I've had mine for about 4 years (it was $179 when I bought mine!) and I pocket carry it regularly in a simple little Uncle Mike's pocket holster. Replacing the main spring makes a HUGE difference in the DA trigger pull, and it lightens the SA pull just a hair (probably takes it down to 4 lbs or just a bit lighter in SA). Make sure that you test it thoroughly with the ammo that you intend to carry in it. I like Hornady Critical Defense, but it won't operate properly in my particular P-64. Instead, I use Silver Bear hollow points in it for carry use.

[@docwilkey]

I have one and I love mine and now carry as my CCW.

[@davidroland1136]

These sweet little guns come to the consumer with cosmoline stuck in various places. After removing the grips, place in boiling water to melt any residual cosmoline. Remove it and it will dry immediately from the heat. Lubricate all trigger, hammer, mainspring and sear contact areas with a Moly lubricant. Moly Disulfide even comes in powder form. My DA trigger went from 20+ lbs to under 10 lbs and the safety decocker function was greatly improved. The SA remained the same. I can’t see why this would not work for the PP and variants to lighten DA trigger pull.

[@bub-gy2bq]

I would soak in kerosene or diesel fuel for several days instead, then allow to air dry for several more before lubricating.

[@DieselMcBadass1]

A wolff extra power recoil spring, lower weight hammer spring, and marshals grips make this a very pleasant shooter. Dead solid reliable and compact.

[@madtownangler]

I changed the springs and the gun shoots much better now. Mine is from 1973 and has no I.D. from where it was made on the left side though. Which sucks.

[@Manuelaizpruapanama]

That pistol is a copy of the Walther, thank You for showing the vídeo. My regards from Caracas Venezuela. Sheriff Rodríguez

[@patdalager2598]

I've had one for eight years, they are nice.

[@renorichard3257]

***** The P-64 is an excellent "Carry" firearm. I bought mine, exactly a year ago at the Reno NV Gun show for $250.00 which was in near perfect condition, Holster and 5 Boxes of Russian "Makarov" ammo, I have taken it to the Indoor range a few times and very pleased with the Performance and accuracy !! ;-) :-) *****

[@DirtyWesley]

Those are excellent pistols. Built well. Decocker and safety. Nice piece.

[@gunguytx]

I just picked up one of these. I’m looking forward to shooting it.

[@donniemongoose]

I just ordered me one from Aim. Thank you for the review.

[@Nexfero]

Thats a very clever way to disassemble the gun, no tiny pins or screws to lose

[@rioa1139]

Just picked one up today and absolutely love it blueing isn't perfect but it was 200$ and came with a holster and 80 rounds what a great gun

[@snarky.conservative9182]

Excellent video! I love my P-64 so much I went ahead and purchased another. My first one cost just $149.00 from J&G back in the day. The bluing was as superb as any of the best I have seen and a tad bit better to be honest. I replaced the springs and now its a gem in D.A. The 2nd one I purchased also had a beautiful mirror blue like finish, I also replaced the springs on that one. I have a PPK made in the US it cost me over 600.00 and the P-64, (both of them) actually out shoot it in terms of accuracy, and that my friends pisses me off to no end!. I also may add that the 9 X 18 round hits harder than a .380. If this gun were made in the US under the same standards you would pay at least $600.00. They would still be worth buying for its quality, accuracy, ease of breakdown, and I consider it safe on half cock. Its my constant companion and always graces my night stand. I have run at least 800 rounds through mine and the slide now its actually as sooth as silk and most of all the ammo is dirt cheap, a big plus in my opinion! My other P-64 is a safe queen because I want to keep it pristine as it continues to go up and up in value. My only regret is that I did not buy 5 of them at $149.00 out the door!

[@snarky.conservative9182]

***** Half cock prevents a discharge in the event you drop the pistol and the hammer hits the ground. I like that very much.

[@brandonmugele2224]

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[@walterwhite2995]

Sootch00 Thanks to your review I got one-- love it. Please review an Arcus 94 or Bernadelli .32 Model 60. I am of good courage!

[@tedcolbert7666]

All you need are wolff replacement springs and Polish Iron grips out of Texas, what a great carry gun. Thanks Sootch00

[@2ndWAVE91]

Solid review as always. I own a PA-63 but have been on the look out for a good condition 64 for a while. Once you get the springs dialed in on these guys, they run as reliable as some of the $500+ handguns out there. But they do have to be tweaked a bit. For under $300... its a fun project. Thanks again sootch00

[@tk423b]

Always the best reviews S.

[@larry1754]

Hi Sootch, here is an update to my P64 previous post. I did put the 18 lb Wolf spring in it, and WOW, what a difference it made! DA breaks at about 12 lbs now, still somewhat heavy for me, but doable. However, SA now is a consistent 3+ lbs, very smooth, with a clean and sharp break! I say 3+ because it's not even 3 1/2 lbs, just a "hair" over 3! Great little milsurp to have, for sure!!

[@toobers3]

Holy Crap! I have this gun, never thought I would see a youtube review of it. Looking forward to the spring installation video.

[@mkw2555]

Hi Sootch, I like so much your old materials. Before you started to test every olight light 😍

[@nathanwilliams3877]

I'm picking one up next month. Can't wait!

[@jonathanl2748]

Such a beautiful little pistol.

[@bigbadfnmonkey]

I've had Maks from 3 different countries now, and all 3 were fine lil pistols. I currently have an IMEZ from Russia, and even tho its a dbl. stack( just a bit fatter than the others)it carries great, and is a reliable semi -auto. Nice review sir, MIKE.

[@brandonhumphrey4190]

Great review sootch! You really know your stuff, very informative. New subscriber!

[@scuzzbecuzz]

Good review Sootch!

[@Charmander606]

I'm actually getting this for my wife. Like always you go trough a lot of detail. Thanks for your videos. You know your stuff!

[@eagleviewhd]

It is easy to convert 9mm Luger (9x19) cases to 9mm Makarov for reloading. This pistol is great for pocket carry in front pocket.

[@robertsantoro9870]

Great video. I love watching all of your reviews. What song is playing at the beginning and end of this video?

[@Bayan1905]

I really think this will be my next pocket carry gun. I try to find a reason not to like it in favor of the LC9 but this gun keeps getting my attention more and more.

[@GunsNHarleys]

You inspired me, ordered one. Looks like that ammo is popular, supplies low.

[@sootch00]

GunsNHarleys I just bought 3 boxes of 9mm Makarov at Academy Sports for $10.99 each and left plenty more on the shelf. Just FYI. Hope you enjoy yours as much as I have mine. Get the Wolff Spring kit.

[@GunsNHarleys]

***** Thanks so much for the steer will give them a call!!!

[@jamessavage3622]

I just love Eastern European weapons

[@maximo92f]

Got rid of mine and wish I hadn't. You are correct the double action trigger pull on mine was 23.4 lbs. I have never been one to complain about a heavy trigger pull but this thing was just too much to accurately shoot in double action. The single action on the other hand was awesome, and this gun was VERY accurate for at least 12-15 yards. At 12 yds I could easily keep my rounds in a hole the size of a door knob.

[@benjimenfranklin7173]

just got one very nice gun after wolf springs installed . its better than a PPK and I know because I had a PPK. it's a tad shorter and it's lighter too. but it does have a bit of kick to it . my favorite now .

[@PagnDad2]

Thank you for this video. I found it very helpful when selecting a pistol for home defense. Part of my consideration was the cost of the weapon itself versus the workmanship, durability, etc. I prefer an all steel weapon, and have no problem with military surplus in very good to like new condition I also considered the cost of ammunition for practice, as well as ballistic characteristics of various hollow point rounds. In the end, I chose a P-64, and am very happy with my decision. I ordered the Wolff springs, and installed them per the method shown in your other video, also very good.

[@jimgarvey48]

You won't regret that choice Sir. Ultra reliable

[@larry1754]

Today, 1-18-19, I just snagged one of these from Classic Firearms for $199.99. They were out of stock for a while, apparently got a few back in, mine was the last one in this stock. Can't wait to get it! Anyone looking for one, keep your eyes on Classic Firearms.

[@boomer16323]

Had the KBI import PA-63. Gifted it to son-in-law for a CCW. Gave him a bunch of 9x18, too. One less caliber for me to maintain. Yea! Have a slightly longer barrel two tone version in .380 from years before. They do have a VERY ergonomic grip set.

[@snarky.conservative9182]

Excellent video about an overall excellent and very affordable high quality pistol. If this were made in the USA it would go for around 500.00 plus! Get one before they are gone!

[@johnadams7909]

Excellent review, now i know more about p64👍

[@mikesweeney5244]

Got two.They are bad ass.

[@spetersonmusic]

You can pull the trigger guard down and then off to the side slightly to hold it open and get the slide off. Works great. The Wolff springs make a MASSIVE difference; though I am still not a big fan of the DA trigger pull. Love my P-64.

[@jimgarvey48]

What's wrong? You can pull the hammer back- any old tme

[@bub-gy2bq]

@@jimgarvey48 Agreed, problem solved.

[@JohnMirror2]

Loved that bullet history lesson!!!

[@SubaruJeff444]

Thanks for the information, great job, great video.

[@jeepcollector91]

Great video. Now I want one...

[@lauvredis]

I get "Slide Burn" from my B Makarov! Great video. You are the most articulate on KZbin.

[@sootch00]

Lawrence Glazer Thanks Brother

[@lauvredis]

I now have and wear SKD gloves when I do shooting with my Makarov. Great pistol!

[@deplorabledave1048]

+Lawrence Glazer He is articulate with a natural broadcast voice. I can listen to him talk all day.

[@lauvredis]

great gun; but I sold it.

[@deplorabledave1048]

Sckarekrow A slid bite is a severe pinch or an actual wound. A Slide burn is friction discomfort. No sharp edges are usually involved in a slide "burn".

[@yodady4]

just won one off of gunbroker for 150.00 and free ship !!!

[@victorrodriguezaizprua5918]

Allá your videos are very good,AND complete

[@coburnlowman]

As far as the hard pulling double action trigger. Simply don't shoot it that way. I've carried mine daily for years now. When I've had to use it to kill possums and coyotes inside chicken coups and in the barn I just pull the hammer back on first shot. It's the same way with the old Smith and Wesson .38 special I keep in the truck. Using it single action it's as accurate as a rifle. Double action I can't hit anything. But I only carry the one P64 and have learned it's feel so if it has to protect my life maybe it'll be instinct with no fumbling around with it.

[@Roadking26]

I have a East German Makarov from the serial number it was made in 1964. This is the best fit, and finish on any Mak I have seen. But as he states it is different from a regular Mak

[@michaelbrummerstedt6434]

Thanks for a solid review of this pistol. Just ordered it through Classic Firearms. Love the guitar trickle and the funny outtakes too. Your vids are well done.

[@bobrussosr]

That was very well done, Thank you, I'm sold

[@SeanPwnery]

My PPK has that insane double-action 20+ pound pull too. That and this P-64 have a LOT in common mechanically. I do like that dual-stage safety though... definitely better than the Walther.

[@AndrewStormborn]

I just love your reviews

[@Frimsure]

Scootch I have own one of these. I did do the spring conversion and can say watch you mags because mine would not lock in tight and the last round would load. I also kept getting slide bite (i do have meaty hands). I have since sold mine but still have the ammo. I upgraded to a .40 M&P and am glad i did.

[@terrysmith3051]

Another great video. Like the histry and great info. Good job.

[@edselpretzel1]

You guys should check out the P-83! Replaced the P-64, and man, is it a sweet shooter!!!

[@jaredanderson682]

I have recently become interested in Cold War era weapons. I purchased a Tokarev a few months ago, and I couldn't be happier with it. Guys like sootch and hickok45 have be very helpful in my research. I plan on purchasing one of these and using it as a carry weapon. If you're looking for a deal on these P64s, check out Classic Firearms. I've been very pleased with the weapons I've bought from them. Weapons like these have history, and that's not something I can get from a polymer wonder pistol.

[@Nakanokalronin]

To add, the safety locks the firing pin in place when in the down/de-cock position which makes it drop safe.

[@jshicke]

A great review, thank you.I am considering getting one of these. I collect Soviet and Soviet influenced firearms, and this will be a piece of that collection that gets used. I currently have a CZ-82 that is my 'carry' piece, but it is large and not comfortable to conceal in most situations. Further, it has no decocker so carrying with one in the chamber is risky as you are dropping the hammer on a live round with only your thumb to control it. With the CZ-82 you have to learn to hold the hammer with your thumb, pull the trigger, RELEASE the trigger to put the hammer block back in place, THEN ease the hammer down. I was looking at the P-64 for this reason. The break down of the pistol is similar to the 82 also, which is nice. No tools!I am disappointed in that DA trigger pull though. I was not aware of it and I will invest in a Wolffe spring kit to see if that is reduced. I have a Nagant revolver and that is like pulling the bumper off your truck with your trigger finger. I do not need another of these trigger finger muscle builders.I was going to replace the main spring anyway, so why not replace them all?I shoot hard ball from my 82. However, I see Privi has hollow point ammo available, so that is an option.Again, thanks for the excellent review.

[@GunnyFits1]

May I say sir that you have great trigger control.

[@snarky.conservative9182]

If this pistol with its inherant quality and accuracy were made in the U.S., they would go for around $550.00 to $600.00 and they would still be worth it.

[@worldhello1234]

Nope, probably not because you get better pistols at this price point. It is a simple design and they are still available used for 250.

[@JimTrivial]

obviously this dude was being facetious...

[@Chieflywaze]

Thank you for a very good review!

[@Tripp426]

I really like my P-64. It's not as nice looking as yours (the bluing is worn off in some places from holster wear) but it functions just fine. One thing worth noting is that magazines for this gun are very difficult to find. I have only been able to find one on Gunbroker and it shipped straight from Poland. As for the double-action trigger pull, I've considered the Wolf spring replacement but I personally don't see it as a necessity. I always fire the pistol single-action by racking the slide or manually cocking the hammer. The stout recoil was an issue until I installed a Hogue Handall rubber grip. Now it's much more pleasant to shoot. Overall I'm very happy with the pistol.

[@carlparker3571]

Time to revisit this sootch, been a year now. How you like it after a year? I still enjoy mine, wife is still not happy with hers, as the recoil is a bit much for sustained shooting.

[@314299]

Great review!

[@levidowning5460]

Really cool. I never know what your going to review next.

[@blueballs5150]

was looking for a concealed carry, so i picked one of these up today. cost me about 350 for everything. exciting