[Jim NE]

CAI Zastava Tokarev M70A Semi Auto Pistols -

I've seen these on the net for in the 250 ish range new. They're in 9x19, w/ two 9 round mags. Looking for a fifth 9mm for not much money. The Eastern Europe vibe is kind of cool.

Here's a link:
http://www.classicfirearms.com/hand-guns/zastava-m70a

Any opinions? Experiences? Thanks

[Jim NE]

Okay...how 'bout any experience with Zastava pistols in general? Are they good/average/junky?

[Wilbert]

Sorry, I can't help ya. I would be interested to find out the same thing. That is a very interesting pistol at a very attractive price. I've wanted one of the tt33's, but the 7.62x25 ammo is getting very scarce around here. One in 9mm would be very tempting

[Jim NE]

7.62x25 ammo is getting very scarce

I know what you mean, Wilbert. I saw a very cool "new surplus" CZ-52 in that chambering at a LGS for $299, but only found one source for ammo on the net. I'm sure there are more, but it's not going to be common. Seems like there was more 7.62x25 ammo a few years ago, but less now for some reason (ban paranoia aside.)

Think I'd much rather have a CZ than a Zastava, but I suspect the low CZ price has mostly to do with low ammo availability.

[Shadow 7D]

Um, Zastava is the OTHER 'CZ'
as for the pistol, it's the 9mm version of the M57, it's a Tokarev
if you want a Tok, it's for you, with out the trouble of finding x25...

As for build, all of my have been flawless, they are Serb, so 'Yugo' quality, it isn't finished as good as a top end German K98K, but it's better than most stuff that's done by Remchester these days
Oh and the 799,798 mini Mausers are just rebadged Zastava's so the quality is there.

[mgmorden]

I've got the M57 Tokarev which is the same gun in the "original" chambering.

Overall its a good gun. Looks odd, but its reliable and decently accurate. If you want a nice plinker or a home defense gun I'd say go for it. Also probably would suffice for open carry, but I wouldn't conceal carry it.

[Jim NE]

Thanks Shadow 7D and mgmorden. The information is helpful and much appreciated.

[Wilbert]

If they're anything like their older brothers, I would expect them to be just fine. Just the fact that it's in 9mm is appealing. Hopefully some 9mm ammo will show up on some shelves somewhere someday :fingers crossed:

[marklmurray]

I noticed they are starting to import these new in 7.62x25 (M57), and 9mm now. I have a very old 7.62 one and I like it. It shoots great and is very, very easy to work on. Breaks down just like a 1911 and the entire trigger group just lifts out and is interchangeable with any other Tokarev (reportedly).

I haven't carried it concealed, because I have better options for that, but one thing to note is that this gun is extremely thin. I've tucked it in my pants experimentally and It seems like it would carry and conceal quite well.

Now that the 9mm is coming, I hope I'll be able to get a 9mm barrel, bushing, and spring to shoot 9mm from mine.

[Wilbert]

Did you get one yet Jim?

[gatorindy]

Put 100 rounds down the pipe at the range where I picked mine up. Nice gun, just like it's older brother, except in 9mm. Had a little more kick than I expected but not bad at all. It's a military based piece, so don't expect glass trigger or a light pull. I like it. It will share company with it's older relatives in 7.62X25. Now I just need to find a couple more magazines......

[Wilbert]

Pictures or it never happened! ;)

[PabloJ]

Why buy large (ok it is slim) "steel club" with magazine that only holds nine cartridges?
REAL firearm like second-hand S&W 5906 can sometimes be found for <$100 more.

[whetrock]

I snagged one yesterday from JG sale for 260 $. For that price I couldn't really resist. I've got other 9's that are smaller and of higher capacity (like my S&W M&P9C), but have always been interested in Tokarevs in general after purchasing a Romanian TTC 3 or so years ago. I remember seeing 9 MM Norinco Tokarevs at gun shows in the past and they seemed to ask around 200 or 250. I always respected Norincos and believe they were/are fine pieces, though I like the thought of being able to buy something comparable, brand new for the same price. I'm a bit low on 9MM right now, but will follow up with my opinion of this pistol after I receive it. Not looking to carry it, though I'm sure it's more than serviceable, but rather wanted a fun and interesting plinker. It's interesting that Zastava still manufacturers new Tokarevs as well as M48 Mausers. Stuff that's "outdated" by our standards. 7.62 * 25 isn't the bargain it used to be IMHO and is kinda fiery if you catch my drift. Not abandoning the cartridge, but looking for different offerings in the world of Tokarevs. Still have that TTC and a CZ-52 that I'm still very happy with.

[wolverine_173]

Where can I get mags for the 9mm m70a?