Astra Model 300 .380 ACP German-Contract Pistol (1943), WaA251 Accepted, WWII-Era Compact with Blued Finish
This Astra Model 300 is a German-contract pistol made in Spain in 1943 and accepted with the Waffenamt WaA251 mark on the frame. It is chambered in .380 ACP (9 mm Kurz) and retains its WWII-era character with correct German Eagle/N nitro proofs and factory slide legend with Astra crest. Compact, steel-framed, and blued, it features a fixed barrel, single-action blowback operation, and a 6+1 capacity.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol is structurally solid. The exterior shows scattered cosmetic imperfections, including scratches, small blemishes, and areas of finish loss.
What’s Included
- Astra Model 300 pistol
- 1x 6-round steel single-stack magazine for Astra Model 300 (.380 ACP / 9 mm Kurz)
Made in Spain under contract for Germany, this Model 300 represents a WWII-era German procurement with the WaA251 acceptance stamp on the frame. German Eagle/N nitro proofs are present on the slide and frame, and the chamber is marked "9 KURZ," confirming its .380 ACP chambering for the German market.
The slide-top legend reads "UNCETA Y COMPAÑIA S.A. - GUERNICA (ESPAÑA)" with the Astra crest, aligning with correct factory markings. Serial numbers are located on the left side of the slide and frame as noted in the documentation.
It uses a single-action blowback system with a fixed barrel for straightforward operation. The tubular slide incorporates longitudinal anti-glare ribs, mid-slide serrations for manipulation, and a knurled muzzle bushing. Controls include a manual safety and a heel-type magazine release.
Construction is all steel with a blued finish and checkered walnut grips. The fixed sights pair a half-moon front blade with an integral rear notch. A lanyard ring at the heel reflects period carry preferences.
Compact and practical, the pistol features a 3.9 in barrel and a 6+1 capacity. This configuration, coupled with verified German-contract markings and 1943 production, makes it a noteworthy example for collectors of WWII-era sidearms.