Original Leather Service Holster for Makarov PM Pistol
Description
This full-flap officer's holster represents standard-issue military equipment for officers and non-commissioned personnel across the Soviet Armed Forces and Warsaw Pact nations. Designed specifically for the Makarov PM (Pistolet Makarova), which was officially adopted in 1951 to replace the TT-33 Tokarev sidearm.
Historical Context and Provenance Sourced from military surplus stock preserved in a private collection dedicated to 20th-century Cold War militaria. This artifact is a 100% genuine military-issue piece rather than a modern commercial replica.
Specific Details, Construction, and Condition
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Material & Build: Constructed from heavy-duty brown cattle hide leather with heavy-gauge cotton stitching along all structural seams.
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Magazine Pouch & Loops: The exterior front features a sewn-on leather pouch designed to hold a single spare 8-round magazine. Two leather loops are stitched to the forward spine to secure a steel cleaning rod.
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Extraction Mechanism: Features an internal leather lift strap anchored inside the main compartment to allow rapid drawing of the pistol.
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Retention & Mounting: Secured by a leather closure strap fitted over a solid brass stud fastener. The reverse side features heavy leather belt loops sized for standard military service belts.
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Condition: Authentic issued, field-used condition. The leather remains pliable and structurally sound. The interior suede surface of the flap retains faint traces of original ink factory inspection stamps.