The Astra 300 is a Spanish semi-automatic pistol that can be loaded with 6 or 7 cartridges in a stick magazine, depending on the caliber size (7.65mm or 9mm). The length is 160 mm (6.3 in) overall, of which the barrel occupies 98 mm (3.9 in).

May 29, 2018 · The Astra 300 was introduced in 1923, copying the layout, mechanics, and handling of the Astra 400 military pistol in a much more convenient pocket size. It was made in both .32 ACP (7.65mm Browning) and .380 (9mm Kurz), with a magazine capacity of 7 and 6 rounds respectively.

Jan 8, 2018 · Based upon the positive experiences with the Model 1921/400—and the subject at hand, the Model 300—during the Spanish Civil War by the Condor Legion, Germany officially …

Oct 3, 2024 · The Astra 300 has a simple, plain blowback action with no particularly special features. The lines, handling, and styling are very closely mimicked by the Astra 400.

Toward the end of the Spanish Civil War the German Condor Legion joint task force ordered Astra Model 300 pistols for their pilots. This is the infamous force whose craven bombing and strafing of Guernica on April 26, 1937 destroyed three-quarters of the city but spared the Astra factory.

The Astra 300 was introduced a year after the Astra 400. The 300 was a smaller "pocket" version chambered in 9 mm Corto (.380 A.C.P.), or soon after that, 7.65 mm Browning (.32 A.C.P.). This pistol was very popular and was quickly adopted by …

Most collectors recognize the Astra 300 by its unique tubular shape and finely checkered hardwood grips. Many thousands were “bring backs” by returning U.S. servicemen from WWII. Many thousands more were imported in the 50 and 60s, prior to the GCA of 1968.

380 acp; 97% blue, excellent bore, very good grips, 3.75'' barrel, Numbered parts are matching. Original high polish blue finish. Original magazine. This gun was part of the first lot delivered to the German Military during 1941. The first Astra 300 pistols had hard rubber grips and were not Nazi proofed for acceptance.

Mar 19, 2019 · Astra Model 300 Pistol 7.65 caliber was used by Germany in WWII and sometimes carried by German Luftwaffe Pilots because it was light weight and compact.

Aug 24, 2020 · Astra M300 Condor Legion pistols currently available from Historic Investments: Astra 300, Spanish, German, Engraved, Condor Legion.