Polish P-83 Wanad 9×18mm Makarov – 1991 Production

This Polish P-83 Wanad is a Cold War-era semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9×18mm Makarov. Manufactured by Z.M. Łucznik in Poland, the P-83 was developed as the successor to the Polish P-64 and served as a military and police sidearm.

This example bears a visible 1991 date marking and features a dark blued finish, black ribbed grip panels, an exposed hammer, fixed iron sights, and a slide-mounted safety/decocker. Its compact all-steel construction and distinctive angular profile are characteristic of the P-83 design.

The slide is marked 9mm P-83, with additional markings identifying 9×18mm, Z.M. Łucznik Poland, and the importer, PW Arms of Redmond, Washington.

One detachable steel magazine is included. The pistol shows light scratches, handling marks, and areas of finish wear. It is a recognizable example of late Cold War Polish handgun manufacturing.

Pistol Specifications

• Manufacturer: Z.M. Łucznik, Poland

• Model: P-83 Wanad

• Caliber: 9×18mm Makarov

• Action: Double-action/single-action semi-automatic

• Operating System: Straight blowback

• Frame: Steel

• Slide: Steel

• Finish: Dark blued

• Grips: Black ribbed synthetic panels

• Sights: Fixed front and rear

• Hammer: Exposed

• Safety: Slide-mounted safety/decocker

• Magazine: One detachable steel magazine included

• Standard Magazine Capacity: 8 rounds; verify actual magazine

• Barrel Length: Approximately 3.5 inches, standard model specification

• Production Year Marking: 1991

• Country of Manufacture: Poland

• Importer: PW Arms, Redmond, Washington

• Condition: Used, military surplus

• Mechanical Function: Not independently verified

Condition

This P-83 Wanad appears to be in good used cosmetic condition, with visible scratches, light edge wear, and finish thinning on portions of the slide and frame. The ribbed black grips appear intact, and the included magazine shows surface wear.

The photographs do not establish the bore condition, internal condition, or mechanical operation. These should be verified before the firearm is listed as fully functional.