Astra Model 900 Broomhandle 7.63mm Mauser 5.5 in Semi-Auto Pistol (Spain, 1930)
This Astra Model 900 is a Spanish-made, Mauser C96-pattern "broomhandle" semi-auto pistol chambered in 7.63mm Mauser. It features the distinctive integral magazine housing forward of the trigger guard and a long barrel/receiver extension, along with a tangent-style rear sight graduated from 50 to 1000. Markings include "ASTRA AUTOMATIC PISTOL CAL. 7.63" and "PATENTED JULY. 12.
1928", and the pistol retains a lanyard ring.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol shows heavy finish loss with pitting prevalent throughout.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Astra Model 900 pistol
Built in Spain and manufactured in 1930, this Model 900 is a full-size, locked-breech, short-recoil operated pistol in the classic broomhandle profile. It is a collectible example from Astra's Model 900 series, with the key C96-style layout that places the fixed internal magazine ahead of the trigger guard.
This pistol is chambered in 7.63mm Mauser and uses a fixed internal 10-round magazine. The 5.5 in barrel length matches the long, streamlined barrel/receiver extension that defines the pattern.
Sighting is handled by iron sights with a fixed blade front and a tangent-style rear sight with a sliding cursor. The rear sight is graduated 50-1000, consistent with the long-range tangent configuration associated with this style of pistol.
Notable details include a large ring hammer, two-piece grooved wooden grip panels, and a lanyard ring. The pistol also bears an import mark "KFS ATL GA" along with small proof/inspection stamps that are not fully legible.