Chrome lined makarov barrel

railroader · September 17, 2001, 06:12 PM

I just ordered a replacement barrel for my makarov that is chrome lined. What exactly does chrome lining do? Are they more accurate? Any info would be appreciated. Mark

Walt Sherrill · September 17, 2001, 08:14 PM

In military style guns (and the Makarovs come from that heritage) chrome-lined barrels were used to reduce damage from corrosive ammo (which was the bulk of military ammo for many years.)

The Chrome probably won't do a thing for accuracy, but may be a little easier to clean.

September 17, 2001, 06:12 PM	#1
railroader Senior Member Join Date: February 8, 2000 Location: Tucson Arizona Posts: 1,756	Chrome lined makarov barrel I just ordered a replacement barrel for my makarov that is chrome lined. What exactly does chrome lining do? Are they more accurate? Any info would be appreciated. Mark

September 17, 2001, 08:14 PM	#2
Walt Sherrill Senior Member Join Date: February 15, 1999 Location: Winston-Salem, NC USA Posts: 6,348	In military style guns (and the Makarovs come from that heritage) chrome-lined barrels were used to reduce damage from corrosive ammo (which was the bulk of military ammo for many years.) The Chrome probably won't do a thing for accuracy, but may be a little easier to clean.