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Astra Modello 3001

Astra Modello 3001

Description

The Astra 3000 was a post WW2 update of the 1923 Astra 300 which was widely used in SCW and WW2. Just over 4000 plated 3000s, designated Modello 3001 were made for civilian sale in the 1950's. Proof stamp suggests this one was made in 1950.

Marks and Stamps: (Top of barrel) ASTRA (L rear of frame) Proof stamp (R rear of frame) Serial no (Grips) Astra Mod 3000 logo

Specifications

Accession Number: 99 Period of Use: 1923 - 1960s
Type: Self loading/automatic pistol War Zones:
Country of Origin: Spain Type Date: 1947
Manufacturer: Unceta y Compania, Guernica Serial Number: 648428
Manufacture Date: 1950 Calibre/Ammunition: 7.65mm
Weight: Length Overall:
Cyclic Rate: semi-auto Length Barrel: 100mm
Deactivation Certificate Number: DA 51989

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