Astra unceta y cia was a spanish weapons manufacturer founded on july 17, 1908 under the name esperanza y unceta by juan esperanza and pedro unceta. It is a little vauge on some of the very earlier pistols such as the m1911 astra, but does mention them in some detail. We have a good selection of new and used guns in stock. Firearms identification bev fitchetts guns magazine. The spanish astra 400 pistol, chambered in 9 mm largo, could also handle other 9 mm cartridges. Students must sign a statement attesting that they are not prohibited from possessing firearms. Astra internet movie firearms database guns in movies, tv.
It is astra automatic pistols by leonardo antaris and the subject is pretty selfexplanatory. The mk9 t features a nitridecoated, 4140 chromemoly, m4profile barrel sheathed in cmmgs rkm11 keymod handguard. We also do special orders of firearms and ammunition, as well as shipping firearms out of state. Leonardo antaris has written massive and excellent volumes on two of the major companies in the spanish firearms industry, star and astra. Astraunceta sa all models gun values by gun digest. Despite being known best in the commercial market for handguns, stars primary business has been in many ways their military submachine guns. Novoarms personal safety training offers basic gun safety and marksmanship, firearms instructor certification, as well as basic and advance first aid. Book, a musthave book for firearm and history enthusiasts. The design was adopted by spanish military and police forces, but they were also used by the germans.
There are no model number but it is a 9 shooter and has a 6 inch barrel. The main force fueling this gunbuying binge is the election last year of president barack obama and the large democratic majorities in the senate and house of representatives. Likewise, we plan to publish a method in american gunsmith journal regarding the use of data logging accelerameters for the. As a military scientist, dale annis one of our coowners has always been intrigued by the forces which effect the function of firearms design.
Also, there is this translated line from an ad on the launch of the max 8800. The listing of their names is not intended to represent an endorsement by the manufacturer or any of its subsidiaries nor is it meant to represent an endorsement of the firearmbrand by eaa corp. In the days when the spanish arms industry was going full blast, three firms dominated the handgun businessllama, star and astra. Here are four 9mm carbines that offer 9mm ammo versatility with a pistol and make good companion weapons for home defense.
Firearms, ammo see explosive sales growth marketwatch. Juliana harkavy internet movie firearms database guns. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. We provide introductory training for all weapon platforms as well. Astra firearms and selected competitors is an encyclopedic reference, truly the final word on astras firearms. Custom 1911 pistol, firearms restorations, refinishing and repairs.
The astra modelo 400 was a spanish service pistol produced by weapons manufacturer astraunceta y cia sa. From internet movie firearms database guns in movies, tv and video games. Astra went out of business in a similar timeframe to star. Jun 02, 2019 we also do special orders of firearms and ammunition, as well as shipping firearms out of state. My astra 600 is one of the most accurate 9mms i have ever shot. And to use for silhouette shooting when my pistol might be in for a service, broken or so. It was the standard issue sidearm in the spanish army during the spanish civil war and also saw service in germany during world war ii. Premium guns accessories all accessories books grips holsters magazines shoulder stocks frontpage latest items miscellaneous policies. Antaris follow a simply and effective layout, with the book divided into chapters on each model of pistol made very neat by astras simple system of numbering different models. Juliana harkavy internet movie firearms database guns in. After augusto uncetabarrenechea, the manager and owner of astra, was killed by by the basque terrorist group eta in 1977 the company merged with star to become astar which subsequently went out of.
We are working on an article for publication in american gunsmith journal which details bob marvels class in nebraska. Im afraid i dont have an answer for you, but i can suggest a place that might have, the shotgunworld forum. The book is not only the most definitive i have ever seen on astra pistols, it is the only book i have found on this subject. Astra unceta y cia was a spanish weapons manufacturer founded on july 17, 1908, under the. Ranging from the earliest eibartype pistols and campogiros to the most modern guns, each of astras models is examined in extraordinary detail.
Even though i have a soft spot for revolvers, i would not buy one now, but these 2 examples are for free. Novoarms personal safety training offers basic gun safety and marksmanship, firearms instructor certification, as well as basic and advance. Annis arms llc is a family owned custom gun shop located in southern delaware and has been serving the midatlantic region for over 14 years. Originally founded in 1908 as astraunceta, the company more commanly referred to as astra is most well known for its semi automatic pistols and revolvers. A firearms designer of the time served on the spanish commission that chose the bergmann 1910 model for spanish military use. Astra internet movie firearms database guns in movies. Looking for info on astra sxs the firearms forum the. Firm under direction of don pedron unceta and don juan esperanza began business in eibar on july 17, 1908 and moved to guernica in 19.
After three decades of world records and adoption by the worlds elite competitive shooting teams such as the army marksmanship unit, today nesika is more than just an action maker. Armslist does not become involved in transactions between parties. Mm astras firearms identification bev fitchetts guns. This pistol was the direct ancestor of the astra 400. All names, brands andor likenesses of the firearms listed in our accessoriesholsters section are property of their respective owners. The disappearance of astra and star has generated a new company called astar in which are fused experiences, concepts and designs. Howzit what are your feelings regarding astra revolvers. There are several 9mm ars available on todays market. France has stringent regulations on firearms and ammunition.
Juliana harkavy can be seen using the following weapons in the following television series. I know there are much better out there but as im also saving up for a glock, this one will have to do for now. The name astrastar astar implies this is the combined company. Front sights sight parts rear sights sight sets middle sights.
This spanish company has now incorporated its trade name into its corporate name and is now know as astraunceta sa. Markings on my gun are astra 960 on the right side of the barrel and. Astra is well known for its handguns, but, unfortunately, theres no info in the primary reference books about their shotguns. It was the standard issue sidearm in the spanish army during the spanish civil war and also saw service in germany during world war ii the pistol was mass. The astra modelo 400 was a spanish service pistol produced by weapons manufacturer astra unceta y cia sa.
From 1911 onward patents for firearms began to be issued to p. First based off eibar, the stronghold of the basque arms industry, the company moved in 19 to guernica. After augusto uncetabarrenechea, the manager and owner of astra, was killed by by the basque terrorist group eta in 1977 the company merged with star to become astar which subsequently went out of business in 1997. Our book today isnt particularly flashy or exciting, but it is a solid piece of research.
This spanish company has now incorporated its trade name into its corporate name and is now know as astra unceta sa. Both of these companies made a wide range of military and commercial handguns, and antaris book cover everything. Magazine related parts magazine tube extensions magazine followers magazine springs more. They shoot better for me and the holster stock is better crafted therefore less likely to split. Originally founded in 1908 as astra unceta, the company more commanly referred to as astra is most well known for its semi automatic pistols and revolvers. Just when the name astra was introduced for this model is not known but a specimen bearing the serial no. The availability of speedloaders might be an issue though, i dont have one of my rollies at hand to check if my taurus speedloaders fit. Veteran owned firearm training company located in bastrop texas.
The name astra star astar implies this is the combined company. Model 357 came in 3, 4, 5 and 6, and imo 3 and 4 are the only suitable lengths for idpa, and again imo the astra 357 in 3 would be a really nice idpa gun. Juliana harkavy holds an m4a1 carbine as alisha in the walking dead 20. Always comply with local, state, federal, and international law. A valid state issued concealed carry license or other licenses requiring a criminal history check is a requirement of. Books, firearms developed and manufactured in southern africa 19492000 edited by chas lotterin the magnum opus for collectors, dealers and historians, over 500 pages of immaculately researched information on the abovementioned subject. New color reprint restored and digitally enhanced from a nice original. Neither the blue book nor the standard catalog of firearms even mention their shotguns. Astra is a brand name placed on guns built by esperanza y unceta and then unceta y cia. Annis arms llc custom 1911 pistol, firearms restorations. Astra was identical to the victoria of the same caliber. Information for private individuals firearms and ammunitions. Juliana harkavy holds a glock 17 as dinah drake in arrow. It is a little vauge on some of the very earlier pistols such as the m1911 astra, but does.