Astra A-100, Astra Model 960 and Astra Police 357 Revolver

Astra A-100 standard Spanish 9mm Double-Action Autoloader Pistol. The Astra A-100 is the latest in a series of modern autoloader pistols from Astra. Its slab-sided appearance is similar to that of the Swiss SIG-Sauer range (described later in this chapter), and it operates on a similar recoil-driven mechanism. The hammer can be lowered on the loaded chamber for carrying. The fi ring pin is completely disengaged from the action, except at the moment the trigger is pulled. This means that even if the hammer accidentally falls, the pistol will not fi re. This redundant system ensures that an accidental discharge is nearly impossible, making it a popular design with law enforcement.

Astra A-90 Pistol

Variants: The earlier Astra A-90 is identical to the Astra A-100, except that it also features a manual safety catch. This was felt to be redundant, given the other safety devices on the pistol, which led to its removal from the A-100. The Astra A-100 is produced in a variety of popular pistol calibers. Who Uses It: The A-100 is in police service worldwide.

Astra Model 960

Astra Model 960 standard Spanish .38 Special Double-Action Revolver. Astra produces a broad range of police service revolvers, of which the Model 960 is a typical example. It is a conventional design with a full-sized solid-frame, swing-out cylinder, and exposed hammer. The grips are made of wood. It is available in a number of different barrel lengths. Who Uses It: The Model 960 is in service as a police weapon, both in Europe and worldwide.

Astra Model 960 Specifications

Damage: 2d6                           Magazine: 6 cyl
Critical: 20                               Size: Tiny
Damage Type: Ballistic           Weight: 3 lb.
Range Increment: 30 ft.           Purchase DC: 16
Rate of Fire: S                         Restriction: Lic (+1)

Astra Police Revolver-Pistol

Astra Police standard Spanish Police .357 Magnum Double-Action Revolver. The Astra Police is another service revolver from Astra. As its name suggests, it is intended for the law enforcement market. It is largely similar to the .38 caliber Model 960 in both appearance and operation. The biggest difference is that it is designed to fire the . 357 Magnum round, in addition to the .38 Special caliber. It also comes with an alternate cylinder, which can be rapidly substituted and can use 9mm Parabellum ammunition.

Astra Police (.357 Revolver)
Damage: 2d6                             Magazine: 6 cyl
Critical: 20                                Size: Small
Damage Type: Ballistic            Weight: 3 lb.
Range Increment: 40 ft.           Purchase DC: 16
Rate of Fire: S                         Restriction: Lic (+1)

Astra Police (.38S Revolver)
Damage: 2d6
Magazine: 6 cyl
Critical: 20 Size: Small
Damage Type: Ballistic
Weight: 3 lb.
Range Increment: 30 ft.
Purchase DC: 16
Rate of Fire: S
Restriction: Lic (+1)