r/canadaguns • u/Acceptable_Visit_115 • Apr 14 '26
Misc Makasi (FAL-AR hybrid) approved by the RCMP as NON-RESTRICTED
According to CGN it was granted a NR FRT #198428 very recently. Any BFL/verifiers here care to check?
Edit: Multiple BFLs have verified it to be true NR, and the importer/distributor is Gravel Agency
From the manufacturer's website:
The Makasi marries the functional aesthetic of the FAL with the familiar handling of AR-style controls. It features a short stroke gas piston system and bufferless recoil system and operates with a non-reciprocating side charging handle. The Para-style stock is also side-folding and is supported with a robust two-screw mounting system that allows for firing in both the folded and deployed positions.
Materials
Upper Receiver: 7075-T6 Aluminum Billet
Lower Receiver: 7075-T6 Aluminum Billet
Finish: Cerakote
Barrel: 4150 Chrome-Moly Vanadium, Nitride Barrel
Features
Finish: Cerakote
Platform: Makasi
Caliber: 5.56x45MM NATO
Fire Control Group: Mil-Spec
Grip: A2 Pistol
Handguard: Makasi, M-LOK Free float rail, 12in
Stock: Para Folding Stock
Chamber: 5.56x45mm
Barrel Twist: 1:7
Barrel Length: 16in (NR version is 18in)
Barrel Extension: M4
Muzzle thread: 1/2x28
Muzzle device: Brigade MFG- 3 Prong
Bolt Carrier Group: Makasi BCG
Magazine: AR15/M4 Type
Takedown Lever: Ambidextrous
Operating System: Short stroke gas piston system
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u/Acceptable_Visit_115 Apr 14 '26
The $1776 one came with some extra bits. Common tactic for markups. I'd expect 99% of the people here to buy the $1468 base model and kit it out with their own furniture.
The restricted Bren 2s were basically straight USD-CAD conversions. The official NR version was cancelled due to CZ adjusting production needs due to Ukraine. The Bren 2 NR conversions are therefore price gouged to hell at a $1500 premium.
$500 NR tax is a pretty reasonable guess. It tracks. That makes it around C$2800 after tax.