1977 Llama Model III-A .380 ACP Compact Semi-Automatic Pistol – Stoeger-Imported Spanish Steel with Blued Vent-Rib Slide
The Llama Model III-A offers a compact, all-steel take on the classic single-action platform. Built in Spain in 1977 and imported by Stoeger Industries, this straight-blowback .380 ACP pistol features a distinctive ventilated-rib slide, grip and thumb safeties, and a heel-style magazine release. Its solid carbon-steel construction, blued finish, and 7+1 capacity make it a desirable piece for shooters and collectors looking for a period-correct, steel-frame pocket auto.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The loaded-chamber indicator is absent.
What’s Included
- 1x factory 7-round steel magazine
Manufactured in 1977, this Model III-A retains the hallmark features that set Llama’s compact line apart. The steel slide carries a ventilated rib for quicker sight alignment and sports rear serrations for positive manipulation.
The pistol operates on a straightforward blowback system, paired with a crisp single-action trigger. A grip safety, manual thumb safety, inertial firing pin, and an original slot for a loaded-chamber indicator provide multiple layers of mechanical protection.
Its 3.75-inch carbon-steel barrel and compact steel frame give the gun a solid feel while keeping overall length and weight suitable for concealed carry or range use. The heel-style magazine release preserves the period-correct European layout.
Brown checkered plastic grips with inlaid Llama medallions complement the deep blued finish, while fixed blade front and drift-adjustable rear sights deliver a clear sight picture. Stoeger’s import mark on the frame confirms U.S. entry and adds collectible context.