Baikal 121 Lis

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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 121 Lis

The Baikal 121 Lis is a single-shot hunting rifle and a successor of the Baikal MP-18MH. Like the MP-18MH, it is available in a wide range of designs and calibers, making it a versatile option for hunters. The rifle is equipped with either a wooden or high-strength polymer handguard and buttstock.

The rifle features a horizontally adjustable pillar rear sight and a vertically adjustable front sight, which allows the shooter to make precise adjustments for windage and elevation. Additionally, the rifle features a Picatinny base on the upper side of the receiver for mounting an optic sight, which is useful for shooting at longer distances. The cocking indicator is positioned on the right upper side of the action. The trigger mechanism is built into the receiver of the gun, which provides a smooth and consistent trigger pull. The rifle also features a locking lever, which extends from the rear end of the trigger guard and is used to open and load or unload the rifle.

There is a rubber recoil pad at the rear end of the stock, which helps to absorb some of the recoil and makes the rifle more comfortable to shoot.

Baikal 121 Lis

Figure 1: Baikal 121 Lis, chambered .308 Win. (Source: https://kalashnikov.market/product/12003/baikal-121-lis-.308-win-600-mm-orex)

Baikal 121 Lis Calibers

The rifle is available in the following calibers:

.223 Rem.
.308 Win.
7.62x39
7.62x54 R
9x19
9x18 Makarov

Baikal 121 Lis comes with a Picatinny rail on the top of the receiver which is suitable for installing scope mounts.

The receiver of Baikal 121 Lis

Figure 2: The receiver of Baikal 121 Lis, chambered for .308 Win. (Source: https://kalashnikov.market/product/12003/baikal-121-lis-.308-win-600-mm-orex)

Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Baikal 121 Lis

Rifles That Have One-Piece Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Baikal 121 Lis

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 121 Lis are the following:

All rifles with a Picatinny rail for mounting purposes

Rifles That Have Two-Piece Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Baikal 121 Lis

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 121 Lis are the following:

All rifles with a Picatinny rail for mounting purposes

Best Scope Mounts for Baikal 121 Lis

Fixed Scope Mounts for Baikal 121 Lis

This one-piece mount manufactured by the German company Recknagel is perfect for break-barrel rifles. It is simple to install, reliable, and recoil resistant. This, combined with an affordable price, makes it one of the most suitable fixed-scope mounting solutions for Baikal 121 Lis.

Detachable Repeatable Mounts for Baikal 121 Lis

If you are looking for a detachable scope mount for your Baikal 121 Lis, this one-piece scope mount manufactured by Warne might suit your needs. The dual quick detach lever allows for fast installation and removal.

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.

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