How can I tell if a Makarov is East German?

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Kestrel
October 17, 2003, 11:40 PM
Thanks,
Steve
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RON in PA
October 18, 2003, 01:55 AM
There should be a small rectangle with "100" in it on the left side of the frame. Also the importer's mark should state country of origin.
denfoote
October 18, 2003, 02:53 AM
Yup!! Rectangle with 100 is East Deutsch. The Deutschers also used a four sided diamond inscribed around a circle. I have Makarovs with both marks in my collection.
alamo
October 18, 2003, 06:11 AM
Here's some info. from Makarov.com. This from the mirror site Makarovpistol.com - the regular site wasn't working when I tried it:

http://www.makarovpistol.com/makpics.html

http://www.makarovpistol.com/makfaq.html
Kestrel
October 18, 2003, 12:58 PM
Thanks!
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