Baikal MP-161K

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The History of Baikal

During the Second World War, the Izhevsky Mekhanichesky Zavod or Izhmekh Mechanical Plant manufactured a vast number of Tokarev 1933 pistols, Nagant 1895 revolvers, Degtyaryov and Simonov anti-tank rifles, as well as various other military armaments, such as rocket launchers.

The history of the Baikal brand starts in the early 1960s when Izhmekh began supplying hunting shotguns for export under the trademark "Baikal." The brand name, which later became synonymous with civilian firearms and other gear produced by IZHMEKH, was created by Leonard Vasev and featured a memorable logo that is still well-recognized around the world today. One of the first models they began exporting under that trademark was the double-barrel shotgun IZh-54.

In the year 1963, Raznoexport, a Soviet government export organization, was granted the rights to use the iconic name and logo associated with the brand. The Baikal name was applied to all Soviet firearms and ammunition exported by Raznoexport from that point on. The Izhevsk Mechanical Plant was once again allowed to use the brand name and logo after the collapse of the Soviet Union.

In the 1970s, the company began with the production of PSM and IZh-35 pistols. Baikal became famous for their MP series like the MP-18, MP-135, MP-43 and various other models such as Baikal 121 Lis, 145 Los etc.

In 2004, Remington Arms Company signed a contract to buy Baikal firearms and began selling them in the USA. This allowed the brand to expand its reach and gain more popularity in North America, selling the imported models under various names such as Remington Spartan 100 which stood for IZh-18 or Remington Spartan 210 which was a different name for the IZh-43-1S. However, in 2023, the plant and company Baikal Arms still operate in Russia and are currently under the ownership of Kalashnikov Concern.

Baikal MP-161K Rifle Review

The Baikal MP-161K is a semi-automatic rifle manufactured by the Russian company Baikal. It is chambered for .22 LR, .22 WRM, and .17 HMR. The rifle is equipped with a protrusive cocking indicator that lets the user know when the rifle is ready to fire. The standard iron sights are preinstalled and adjustable, making it easy to get on target quickly. The ejection port automatically stays open after the last shot is fired, making it easier to clear the rifle or reload it.

The MP-161K features an ergonomic design, with rubber inserts on the forearm, buttpad, and hand grip. The polymer stock is lightweight and durable, making the rifle easy to handle. The standard magazine can hold up to 10 rounds, providing ample capacity for most shooting scenarios.

The rifle also has a small circular knob safety that blocks the trigger and protrudes through the trigger guard, providing an extra layer of security. Additionally, it has a weaver rail on the top of the receiver for mounting purposes, making it easy to add accessories like a scope or red dot sight. The cheek pad is height adjustable for an optimal shooting experience, which makes it easy to find the right fit for the shooter.

Baikal MP-161K

Figure 1: Baikal MP-161K, chambered for .22 LR (Source: https://bulletin.accurateshooter.com/2010/11/baikal-mp161k-carbine/)

Baikal MP-161K Calibers

The rifle is chambered for the following calibers:

.17 HMR
.22 LR
.22 WMR

Baikal MP-161K comes with a weaver rail on the top of the receiver which is suitable for installing scope mounts.

The receiver of Baikal MP-161K

Figure 2: The receiver of Baikal MP-161K, chambered for .22 LR (https://www.proxibid.com/Firearms-Military-Artifacts/Firearms/Baikal-Model-MP-161K-22-LR-Rifle-New-in-Box-Semi-Auto-with-One-Magazine-Imported-By-USSG-Ser/lotinformation/53181533)

Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Baikal Baikal MP-161K

Rifles That Have One-Piece Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Baikal Baikal MP-161K

For one-piece mounts to fit on a rifle, mounting surfaces on these rifles must match in every dimension. Rifles that have one-piece mounts interchangeable with Baikal Baikal MP-161K are the following:

All rifles with a weaver rail for mounting purposes

Rifles That Have Two-Piece Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Baikal Baikal MP-161K

For two-piece mounts to be interchangeable, the mounting surfaces of the rifle must match in every dimension except the action length which can vary. Rifles that have two-piece mounts interchangeable with Baikal Baikal MP-161K are the following:

All rifles with a weaver rail for mounting purposes

Best Scope Mounts for Baikal Baikal MP-161K

Fixed Scope Mounts for Baikal Baikal MP-161K

This fixed mounting solution is manufactured by the renowned German company Henneberger and will fit perfectly on your Baikal MP-161K. The rings are made from high-quality aluminum and come with a 30-year warranty.

Detachable Repeatable Scope Mounts for Baikal Baikal MP-161K

Detachable and repeatable scope mounts offer a great level of convenience for shooters as they allow the user to easily remove and reattach their scope, without losing zero. If you are looking for such a mounting solution for your scope, we recommend this one-piece INNOMOUNT with 30 mm rings. It is made of durable aluminum and comes with a 10-year warranty.

Help Us Build Our Riflescope Mounts Database

If you happen to own this or any other rifle, we would appreciate it if you could help us expand our database by sending us some photos of the rifle receiver (the bare mounting surface of the rifle without the mounts installed). For your help, our company offers a fair return in terms of practical rewards.

Please send us an email for more information. You can contact us here: info@optics-trade.eu

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General description

Most reflex red dot sights are of the open type, meaning that the light-emitting diode (LED) and the interior of the objective lens are exposed to the elements. Only a few red dot sights in this category have these two parts sealed (Steiner MRS, Holosun 512, etc.)

The objective lens is curved so that the beam emitted by the LED can reflect the user's eye in front of the device regardless of its position. The coatings applied to the lens reflect only the colour of the emitted beam, all the other colours pass through the lens. The most common colour is, of course, red. Nevertheless, some companies have started manufacturing green and gold dot sight because many people have problems seeing the red colour.

Holosun Reflex HS407C-RD V2

Holosun Reflex HS407C-RD V2 reflex sight

Reflex dot sight is parallax free. The majority of them are small and compact (some reflex dot sights designed for AR-platforms are bigger and bulkier). There are all sorts of mounting footprints when it comes to this category. The most popular is Docter/Noblex footprint profile. More information about the footprints on the red dot sight is available here.

Handgun reflex sights

These red dot sights must be small and compact so that they fit on a handgun. Pistol users generally prefer bigger dot projections (6 MOA –7 MOA) as it allows for quick target acquisition. These sights can also be used on rifles, but most rifle users opt for smaller dot projections (2 MOA –3.5 MOA). Handgun reflex sight withstands powerful recoil. Some modern pistols are designed so that a particular red dot sight footprint matches the mounting surface of the pistol perfectly (they are optic-ready).

Rifle reflex sights

Even though some reflex sights can be used on handguns and rifles, rifle-oriented reflex sight is generally bigger. They are equipped with a large objective lens and often supplied with a Picatinny mount.

Dot size

The dot size in reflex sight is associated with the field of use. Dot sizes 1 MOA –4 MOA are great for rifles as they provide more accuracy at distances up to 75 m. Dot sizes 4 MOA–10 MOA are a perfect choice for pistols since they allow the shooter to acquire the target faster. They provide sufficient accuracy at a distance of up to 40 m.

What is a reflex sight good for?

All dot sights operate at around 1x magnification. For this reason, the user can look through with both eyes open which add to the comfort and simplicity of use. Even though the shooter is looking through the lens, he or she remains aware of the surroundings (the peripheral vision is not affected). Reflex sight boasts unlimited eye relief and unlimited eye box (the dot is always on target as long as you see it, regardless of the eye position, allowing for quick target acquisition. In comparison to tube dot sight, reflex dot sight generally provides a less obstructed field of view (the frame around the lens is thinner).

What is the difference between a reflex sight and a red dot?

Every reflex sight is a red dot (or a green dot, or a gold dot, depends on the colour of the emitted beam) – reflex sight is a subcategory of a red dot. Most people, however, think about tube sight when they hear the term 'red dot'.

The differences between reflex sights and tube sights

Tube sight has enclosed housings, reflex sight is typical of the open type (even though there are some exceptions).
The frame around the objective lens is thicker with tube sight.
The reflex sight is typically smaller and lighter (even though there are some exceptions, for example, Holosun 512 models).
Tube sight comes almost exclusively with a round-shaped lens whereas reflex sight mostly comes with a rectangular-shaped lens.
Tube sight is not used on pistols as they are too big.
Tube sight is more suitable for harsh weather conditions (with the reflex sight of the open type, water, dust, or other particles can get in between the diode and the lens).

At what distances are reflex sights still accurate?

That depends on the dot size. Reflex sight designed for rifle use (1 MOA –4 MOA dot size) provides considerable accuracy up to 75 m.

Reflex sight designed for pistol use (4 MOA –10 MOA dot size) is accurate at up to 40 m. The accuracy is increased if the dot is paired with a magnifier.

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