Annis arms llc custom 1911 pistol, firearms restorations. The name astrastar astar implies this is the combined company. 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. 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. Mm astras firearms identification bev fitchetts guns. There are no model number but it is a 9 shooter and has a 6 inch barrel. Novoarms personal safety training offers basic gun safety and marksmanship, firearms instructor certification, as well as basic and advance. This pistol was the direct ancestor of the astra 400. Looking for info on astra sxs the firearms forum the. Astra went out of business in a similar timeframe to star. 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. Astra is a brand name placed on guns built by esperanza y unceta and then unceta y cia.
Astra unceta y cia was a spanish weapons manufacturer founded on july 17, 1908, under the. Juliana harkavy internet movie firearms database guns in. New color reprint restored and digitally enhanced from a nice original. Jun 02, 2019 we also do special orders of firearms and ammunition, as well as shipping firearms out of state.
Magazine related parts magazine tube extensions magazine followers magazine springs more. The disappearance of astra and star has generated a new company called astar in which are fused experiences, concepts and designs. The astra modelo 400 was a spanish service pistol produced by weapons manufacturer astra unceta y cia sa. Just when the name astra was introduced for this model is not known but a specimen bearing the serial no. Astra internet movie firearms database guns in movies. They shoot better for me and the holster stock is better crafted therefore less likely to split. 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.
Juliana harkavy holds an m4a1 carbine as alisha in the walking dead 20. 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 astra unceta, the company more commanly referred to as astra is most well known for its semi automatic pistols and revolvers. We provide introductory training for all weapon platforms as well. Custom 1911 pistol, firearms restorations, refinishing and repairs. 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. Armslist does not become involved in transactions between parties. We have a good selection of new and used guns in stock. Juliana harkavy holds a glock 17 as dinah drake in arrow. Also, there is this translated line from an ad on the launch of the max 8800.
France has stringent regulations on firearms and ammunition. Students must sign a statement attesting that they are not prohibited from possessing firearms. 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. We also do special orders of firearms and ammunition, as well as shipping firearms out of state. Despite being known best in the commercial market for handguns, stars primary business has been in many ways their military submachine guns. The library astra semiauto pistols by antaris napca. Markings on my gun are astra 960 on the right side of the barrel and. Front sights sight parts rear sights sight sets middle sights. Astra firearms and selected competitors is an encyclopedic reference, truly the final word on astras firearms. We are working on an article for publication in american gunsmith journal which details bob marvels class in nebraska.
Likewise, we plan to publish a method in american gunsmith journal regarding the use of data logging accelerameters for the. And to use for silhouette shooting when my pistol might be in for a service, broken or so. A valid state issued concealed carry license or other licenses requiring a criminal history check is a requirement of. 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. The astra modelo 400 was a spanish service pistol produced by weapons manufacturer astraunceta y cia sa. 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. Both of these companies made a wide range of military and commercial handguns, and antaris book cover everything. Here are four 9mm carbines that offer 9mm ammo versatility with a pistol and make good companion weapons for home defense. A firearms designer of the time served on the spanish commission that chose the bergmann 1910 model for spanish military use.
Astra is well known for its handguns, but, unfortunately, theres no info in the primary reference books about their shotguns. Even though i have a soft spot for revolvers, i would not buy one now, but these 2 examples are for free. Astra internet movie firearms database guns in movies, tv. 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. Book, a musthave book for firearm and history enthusiasts. It is astra automatic pistols by leonardo antaris and the subject is pretty selfexplanatory. 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. 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. Ranging from the earliest eibartype pistols and campogiros to the most modern guns, each of astras models is examined in extraordinary detail. This spanish company has now incorporated its trade name into its corporate name and is now know as astra unceta sa. Veteran owned firearm training company located in bastrop texas. Howzit what are your feelings regarding astra revolvers. 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. The design was adopted by spanish military and police forces, but they were also used by the germans.
Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. Juliana harkavy can be seen using the following weapons in the following television series. Information for private individuals firearms and ammunitions. In the days when the spanish arms industry was going full blast, three firms dominated the handgun businessllama, star and astra. The name astra star astar implies this is the combined company.
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. The mk9 t features a nitridecoated, 4140 chromemoly, m4profile barrel sheathed in cmmgs rkm11 keymod handguard. Our book today isnt particularly flashy or exciting, but it is a solid piece of research. The spanish astra 400 pistol, chambered in 9 mm largo, could also handle other 9 mm cartridges. There are several 9mm ars available on todays market. My astra 600 is one of the most accurate 9mms i have ever shot. The book is just superior with a lot of hard work and research apparent.
Premium guns accessories all accessories books grips holsters magazines shoulder stocks frontpage latest items miscellaneous policies. It is a little vauge on some of the very earlier pistols such as the m1911 astra, but does mention them in some detail. Firearms, ammo see explosive sales growth marketwatch. First based off eibar, the stronghold of the basque arms industry, the company moved in 19 to guernica.
Im afraid i dont have an answer for you, but i can suggest a place that might have, the shotgunworld forum. As a rule, firearms which have no legitimate sporting or recreational use are not permitted entry into france. Always comply with local, state, federal, and international law. Astraunceta sa all models gun values by gun digest. 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. Novoarms personal safety training offers basic gun safety and marksmanship, firearms instructor certification, as well as basic and advance first aid. Astra was identical to the victoria of the same caliber. 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. As a military scientist, dale annis one of our coowners has always been intrigued by the forces which effect the function of firearms design. From 1911 onward patents for firearms began to be issued to p. Juliana harkavy internet movie firearms database guns.