MCM pistol

Margolin pistol
Baikal MCM
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of originSoviet Union
Service history
In service1950s–present
Production history
DesignerMikhail Margolin
Designed1946–1948
Specifications
Mass0,91 kg
Length245 mm
Barrel length150 mm (6 Inch)

Cartridge.22LR
ActionSemi-automatic
Rate of fire35
Muzzle velocity~240m/s
Feed system5 or 10 rounds
SightsAdjustable iron sights-rad.190mm, optional mount required for optical sights

The Margolin or (MCM pistol) Practice Shooting Pistol (Russian: Пистолет Марголина Целевой Малокалиберный) 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.