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Spanish Astra Model 300

Spanish Astra Model 300

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.

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Spanish Astra Model 300

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.

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CMP M1911A1 – The Luck of the Draw

CMP M1911A1 – The Luck of the Draw

After eight months of crickets, the phone call came.  Two days after paying by credit card, the Service Grade M1911A1 showed up at the local FFL01.  It was good condition...

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CMP M1911A1 – The Luck of the Draw

After eight months of crickets, the phone call came.  Two days after paying by credit card, the Service Grade M1911A1 showed up at the local FFL01.  It was good condition...

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Ceská Zbrojovka Model 27 - CZ27

Ceská Zbrojovka Model 27 - CZ27

The CZ27s went primarily to the German Army, but pistols were produced for the Kriegsmarine, Police, and a small number for commercial / non‑military use.  In March 1939, Hitler’s forces...

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Ceská Zbrojovka Model 27 - CZ27

The CZ27s went primarily to the German Army, but pistols were produced for the Kriegsmarine, Police, and a small number for commercial / non‑military use.  In March 1939, Hitler’s forces...

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Walther - The Early Years Models 1 - 9

Walther - The Early Years Models 1 - 9

This web site located here is dedicated to the early Walther pistols from the early 1900's with the model 1 patent being filed on August 07, 1909 though the model...

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Walther - The Early Years Models 1 - 9

This web site located here is dedicated to the early Walther pistols from the early 1900's with the model 1 patent being filed on August 07, 1909 though the model...

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Norwegian POLITI Pistols – Collectible or Defaced?

Norwegian POLITI Pistols – Collectible or Defaced?

Have you ever seen a WWI / WWII era 7.65 mm pistol with this kind of marking on the slide?  If so, it indicates post‑WWII use by the Norwegian Police.

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Norwegian POLITI Pistols – Collectible or Defaced?

Have you ever seen a WWI / WWII era 7.65 mm pistol with this kind of marking on the slide?  If so, it indicates post‑WWII use by the Norwegian Police.

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Astra 600 – Second Service Life

Astra 600 – Second Service Life

The redesigned Astra 600 used 9x19 mm ammo, compared to the Astra 400 which used 9x23 mm Largo, unique to Spanish arms.  These Astras are displayed on an Armory Racks® ...

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Astra 600 – Second Service Life

The redesigned Astra 600 used 9x19 mm ammo, compared to the Astra 400 which used 9x23 mm Largo, unique to Spanish arms.  These Astras are displayed on an Armory Racks® ...

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