This pistol was taken off a Dead German officer by my uncle in WWII. This is original clip made by Astra; not some cheap re-pop. Apply to be an Expert . Firearms Expert: ProShooter, Firearms Expert replied 3 years ago. Please note, comments must be approved before they are published. ProShooter, Firearms Expert. All the Astra pistols I've tried over the years were very reliable if used with the correct ammunition. 600/43 / 9m/m PARABELLUM on top of slide 5. The result was the Astra 600/43, basically a model 400 rechambered for 9x19mm. The remaining 30000 or so were held by the Spanish and sold to the West Germany Police in the early 50s. Other brands, products, or service names mentioned are or may be trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Seller: W1M3RZC0LL3CTABLES . 1 Review 5 Astra 600 holster. The first group of Model 600s (up to serial number 10,500) which were delivered to the Nazis were given a … Unlike second contract (undelivered) Astra 600s, they are stamped WaAD20 on the right tang. I found it in an old chest I bought. In the 1950's and 1960's all of the leftover inventory of Astra 600 parts … Serial #44,576 This was made 1945. in Spain. This left Astra holding almost 30,000 finished but undelivered Astra 600/43s. Add to cart. ASTRA FIREARMS. This group of pistols is sometime referred to by collectors as the “First Contract.”. Add to Cart. See comments below on SN locations 6. These Astras were “Eagle over WaAD20” proofed in France by the Germans, and made ready for use by the Wehrmacht. At some point, presumably before the Gun Control Act of 1968 due to lack of an import mark, the unique Astra 600/43 found its way to the U.S. ©2019 RJK Ventures LLC. It was delivered to the Germans and is a GI bring back, i have a astra 600 with sn 71xx in very good condition. more info Quick view Add to Cart. Add to Cart. The barrels of these early pistols were stamped PIST PATR 08. more info Quick view. In 1951, then West Germany purchased post-war, what they couldn’t take delivery of during the war, and then some, paying for them a second time. Fraudulent markings include the E/WaA 103 (code for Fabrique National of Belgium) on the left side, the bore diameter of 8.82 as found under 9mmP Luger barrels, and the scatted Nazi eagles on the right slide, tang and magazine base. Quelque chose me dit que j'ai bien fait de m'acheter un Chilien avant que les prix ne prennent l'ascenseur... Reste à faire un scan des pages en question avant que les collègues ne me piquent le journal. Four Lines – Two address lines & “Astra’ MOD. Your pistol was made in 1944 and never delivered to the Nazis. Astra, in Spain, was producing several models of auto pistols for the commercial market. The shield with an X is the mark of the … Astra U/C Logo: No - Chamber Marking: Proof Only 4a. They are expensive, but I know, they are hard to come by. About 50, 000 model 600s were produced in 1943-1945, but only the first 10,000 were delivered to the Germans before the Allied invasions at Normandy and Southern France. There are several beliefs that I go by. LPN and LBPN used pistols are easy to identify, as they were commonly marked on the grip straps. This group of pistols with serial numbers greater than 10,500, is sometime referred to by collectors as the “Second Contract.”. This Astra 600/43, displayed on an Armory Racks Wall Hugger, is unusual in it has markings of a wartime accepted gun, and a post-war deployed German Police gun. What we do know, is that uncharacteristically it somehow found its way into post-war German police use by the LBPN. Astra 600/43. 600/43, 9mm Parabellum Military semi-auto pistol. Some Second Contract Astra 600s carry only original factory markings, while others have more extensive additional numbering. Manufactured in Spain and chambered in 9mm Parabellum at the behest of the Germans in World War II, the Model 600/43 is a development of the very successful Astra Model 400 in 9mm Largo and the Astra 300 in 380 ACP. Astra 600 clip. I have a Astra model 600/43 pistol with serial number 4029. The testing includes a detailed visual inspection as well as the firing of one or more overpressure or "proof" cartridges, followed by further visual inspection. The first 10,500 were delivered to the Germans from mid-May to mid-July 1944 to the German occupied seaside town of Hendaye France, just across the border from Spain. I have a mint 600 with a serial number in the 7000 range. Most Accurate hand gun i've fired. This pistol was taken off a Dead German officer by my uncle in WWII. I went an shot it for the first time today, I shot 150 rounds. The magazine numbering suggests there was also a second numbered magazine stamped “2” for this gun. SOLD Caliber Info: 9mm Parabellum Metal Condition: Excellent. This is very rear pistol in good condition. Parts List. This is very rear pistol in good condition. Standard proof marks on the Astra 600. These are the … Classic firearms that we have all grown up with, have seen, and have wanted to own. Comes complete with an original correct magazine with Astra logo on its floor-plate and stamped with serial number 29531 and an original West German police issue black leather holster ink stamped with serial number 32114. This Astra 600/43, displayed on an Armory Racks Wall Hugger, is unusual in it has markings of a wartime accepted gun, and a post-war deployed German Police gun. All the WW2 guns were manufactured in 1943, hence the 600/43 designation. Area Code: 541 . 3. Copyright reserved by Kansas City Enforcer. Technically a First Contract firearm, 8901 also lived the life of a Second Contract firearm being used by the LBPN for many years following the war. Bore Condition: Very good bore. Add to My Saved Parts . Astra 600 mag. Product #: PDF0014 Part Key: 0. Posted by Stephen Griffith on Aug 13th 2020. Holster: Yes – Post War Police 4. Rittmeister Manfred Albrect Freiherr von Richthofen, Guns and equipment used by the James Gang, It pivots at the bottom of the frame near the mag release, Had to get this ready for my first outdoor shoot this year, L To R AMT target pistol, Argentine M1927, and a 1943 vintage Remington Rand M1911A1, 1851 on top an 1847 Walker below for comparison, The battle implement of the Greatest Generation. $1.00. $3.00. Sort by: 0 Schematic w/ Parts List Astra 400, 600 Schematic W/ Parts List. If the firearm passed both the visual inspection and … About 50, 000 model 600s were produced in 1943-1945, but only the first 10,000 were delivered to the Germans before the Allied invasions at Normandy and Southern France. However the West German Police used them after the war. These so-called "Second Contract" pistols were never stamped with any Nazi markings or waffenamts. 1. Posted by Carl McCants on Aug 12th 2020. For Sale from FOOTHILLS FIREARMS | Positive feedback: 100% View | Verified Seller | 175 Completed Sales View Sellers Items. Share this conversation. I think it is highly unlikely you would find a WaAD20 and LBPN on the same Astra 600/43. TOM Looking to possibly sell for right price. WaAD20: No 3. ASTRA 700/800 EARLY FACTORY MAG. Later Model 600 pistols did not have the Astra logo at all, and were marked on the rear of the slide UNCETA Y COMPAÑIA S.A., GUERNICA ESPAÑA, “ASTRA” MOD. Outside of doing a Google search there is not much written about the 600. Only the first 10,500 are WaAD20 proofed. I’m glad you’re here! Ask Your Own Firearms Question. Between October 1941 & July 1944 Germany bought 63,000 of the .380 pistols & … Have the "600" and enjoy shooting it. Commandé par l'Allemagne en 1943; seul le début du contrat fut honoré avec environ 10.000 pièces; l'Espagne … After shooting this one today I would not hesitate to buy another Astra. RJK Ventures LLC is not a FFL dealer and does not buy or sell firearms. Looking to possibly sell for right price. The shield with an X is the mark of the Eibar proof house. Answered in 5 minutes by: 7/14/2017. J'ai eu l'occasion d'essayer un Astra 600/43. The proof on the right tang was applied by the Germans after acceptance of the guns in France. The metal and finish are in excellent condition, and the checkered wood grips are in very good condition. Man I was impressed with the gun, It is very accurate, and it didn't jam up at all. Powered by, Stainless steel framed Desert Eagle Mark VII made in 1986, Every collector I know contributed to this assortment. Show More. This was likely done by local German police armorers as was the common practice during WWII. Add to Wishlist | Add to … Only the first 10,000 or so, up to serial 10,500 were German accepted and received the WaAD20 mark. I picked up a nice Astra 600/43 Police rig at a local militaria show yesterday and thought I would share. This is an Astra Model 600/43 in 9 mm. The LBPN grip strap marking signifies post-war use by the Landesbereitschaftspolizei Niedersächsen. These pistols went the way of all German pistols; captured, souvenirs, or destroyed. It sure is too bad Astra went out of business caus they sure made a good gun. Please see firearm … The … 5. NEW TODAY! I really enjoy this gun and look forward to owning this gun for years to come. LPBN: No – MRP Marked (Portuguese Navy Contract) & Made in Spain 4. This is a place for what I call “old school guns”. The 9m/m pistol is all matching and is in very nice condition. $2.75. This is an Astra 600 Model of 1921. 600/43, 9mm PARABELLUM. This pistol has the caliber information stamped on the top slide instead of the chamber and has no large Astra … Paul”, Paul, first contract Astra 600s (1st 10,500) are prized by collectors. SN: 44868 2. Iconic weapon of the war on terror. Notice that the insides of the frame and slide are still in the “the white” as it was when it left the Astra factory in 1944. Add to Wishlist | Add to Compare; SKU#698 ASTRA 700/800 EARLY PRODUCTION MAG, APPEARS M400 MODIFICATION & FITS M400 ALSO Learn More. These Astras are displayed on an Armory Racks® 4-Gun rack. Astra 400 Extractor Retainer Pin. Now Only $1,195 . Posted by Carl McCants on Aug 12th 2020 works great × Best Sellers; New Arrivals; Astra 400 Recoil Spring. A small number used … All Rights Reserved. Have a specialty? This is 1 of 800 that were shipped to the Portuguese NAVY for WWII. Description: This Astra 600 was made in 1943. 4. Manufactured in Spain and chambered in 9mm Parabellum at the behest of the Germans in World War II, the Model 600/43 is a development of the very successful Astra Model 400 in 9mm Largo and the Astra 300 in 380 ACP. However, the second order was never delivered … The numbered magazine, barrel bushing and barrel bushing lock were numbered post-war, presumably by the LBPN armorer. Astra 600/43 - Spanischer Neun-Luger-Oldie im Praxis-Check. The bomb with the P is the Eibar proof for semiautomatic pistols. Franco’s Spain was officially neutral in the WWII, but provided military support to the Axis in several ways, including the sale of arms. There is no way to know if it saw Wehrmacht service before the end of the war. The first group of Model 600s (up to serial number 10,500) were delivered to the Nazis were given a Waffenamt inspection proof consisting of a stylized eagle over WaAD20. $1.50. I came across a compadre with an interesting gun, the Astra 600/43 more commonly known as the Astra 600. Some version of this weapon may have been used to snuff out Bin Laden! Astra 400 Firing Pin Spring. The Astra 300 was a small pistol made in both .32 acp & .380 acp. Anyway I have a Astra 600/43 made in 1945, number 47042 with about 90% finish. Watermark theme. The post-war numbered parts beyond what was done in the Astra factory is somewhat unique and presumably done by the LBPN. GSG CP1-M - Was leistet die neue CO2-Pistole für Einsteiger? Astra Pistols. LPN and LBPN marked Astra 600s are not uncommon, but one like 8901 that is also WaAD20 proofed, is, in my observation, quite unusual. Since approximately 1927, Spanish law has required that every firearm manufactured in Spain be submitted to the Eibar Proof House for testing prior to being released for sale. This comment has been removed by the author. In all likelihood, post-war, it was carried by a German veteran of WWII doing his service in the LBPN. All markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. This is about an Astra 600/43 with an unusual history. $20.00. A beautiful example of an original German second contract Astra Model 600/43 pistol. Astra ~ 600/43 ~ 9mm Parabellum Description: Astra Model 600/43 in 9mm Parabellum.5 3/8" barrel, proof marks and serial number on barrel and frame. It came with a holster which is void on any marks except for a serial number stamped on the back of the holster. my serial # is 54966 were can I find out how old my Astra 600/43 9mm is and a little more about its history ? Fits my pistol perfectly. Astra 600/43. The Allied D-Day invasion of Normandy June 6th 1944, over 400 miles to the North of Hendaye, and other Allied actions forced the Germans to retreat from France. Some later barrels were stamped 9 m /m. C'est une arme peu courante par chez nous; c'est la première fois que j'en touchais un. The Astras were used by the Army and various Police organizations, including the LPN (Landespolizei Niedersächsen) and LBPN (Landesbereitschaftspolizei Niedersächsen). Most wartime deployed Astras 600s did not see post-war use, and many were GI bring-back trophies. It is also LBPN marked on the inside of the grip and doesnot have any importer marks. Some 13,000 such pistols were bought by Germany in early 1942. It has a "P" code which I believe indicates it was manufactured/proofed in 1945 and it is in the serial number range for the German 2nd contract that was not delivered during the war. The Astra 400/600 series is the biggest caliber pistol I know of that uses a blowback system. Most wartime deployed Astras 600s did not see post-war use, and many were GI bring-back trophies. Germany ordered 41,500 of them, and production began. … Astra ~ 600 ~ 9mm Largo . GI#: 101621167. The remainders were held by Spain and a large number were subsequently sold to the nascent West German Police in the early 1950s, the Chilean Navy, and Portugal. Astra designed military holsters. BEEMAN DOUBLE ADJUSTABLE SCOPE MOUNT/RINGS . RANGE: QTY: DESTINATION/YEAR OF DELIVERY: 1-200: 200: Don Vincente Valero, purchasing agent, primarily for sale to the Spanish Army. $35.00. Long gone from the market, we can offer the Model 300 and 600 holsters as used during the Spanish Civil War and by WW2 German Forces who purchased over 80,000 of the Model 300's and 40,000 of the Model 600's. Category: Firearms. SKU#714 ASTRA 300 .380 WWII ERA MAG, PITTED BUT EXC. Show Less. I can't remember any stoppages on any of them, but I always shoot full-jacketed bullets in them, and they may jam on some soft or hollowpoint bullets. Astra Mod. Astra M600 Nazi … Astra U/C Logo: No - Chamber Marking: Proof Only The postwar German-used Astras sometimes have additional parts numbered to the gun that were not numbered by the Spanish Astra factory, most commonly magazines, and sometimes the barrel bushing and barrel bushing lock. After the war the Spanish government sold the unused 600's to the newly formed West German Police (so the Germans paid for them twice). Was $1,495. “I have a Astra model 600/43 pistol with serial number 4029. This Astra 600, serial number 8901, was a First Contract weapon and WaAD20 proofed in 1944. Mag SN: No 7. Thank you. It used a Navy pattern of magazine release instead of the 400’s heel release, and was generally much more what the German military wanted. more info Quick view Add to Cart. Astra 400 Extractor Springs. Wood Condition: Very good. WORKING ORDER Learn More. The gun is more accurate than I am.