How Much Does Manu Bhaker's Olympic Medal-Winning Pistol Cost?
By Lokmat English Desk | Published: August 2, 2024 09:23 PM2024-08-02T21:23:29+5:302024-08-02T21:39:51+5:30
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Manu Bhaker's achievements have brought immense pride to India, as evidenced by the flag flying high at the Paris Olympics.
The talented shooter from Haryana has already secured two bronze medals at the 2024 Olympics.
Manu Bhaker clinched her first bronze in the women's 10m air pistol final and followed it up with another bronze in the 10m air pistol mixed team event alongside Sarabjot Singh.
This remarkable feat makes her the first Indian woman athlete to win two medals in a single Olympic Games.
With all eyes on her potential hat-trick of medals, Manu has advanced to the women's 25m air pistol final. Her success can be attributed, in part, to the precision weapon she uses: the Morini CM 162EI pistol, manufactured by the Morini company.
In India, this pistol can only be obtained with government authorization, and its sale also requires official approval
For Indian athletes, the Morini CM 162EI is issued exclusively by the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) or the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) when they participate in the Olympics or other international competitions. The pistol, which is single-loaded and features a 4.5 mm caliber, is preferred by many shooters in the 10m air pistol category.
The price of the Morini CM 162EI model is approximately Rs 1,66,900, though costs may vary depending on the specific model. Acquiring this pistol involves a significant amount of documentation and adherence to legal requirements.
