The Astra 400 (Model 1921) in 9mm Largo has a 6″ barrel, a blued steel tubular slide, and checkered wood grips. It’s a classic Spanish military service pistol from 1921 with real collector appeal.

Built on Astra’s distinctive straight-blowback action with a heavy recoil spring and grip safety, the Model 400 was standard issue for the Spanish Army for decades. This one is a great piece of early-20th-century military history for any vintage handgun collection.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Astra (Unceta y Compañía), Spain
  • Model: 400 (Model 1921)
  • Caliber: 9mm Largo (9x23mm)
  • Action: Semi-Automatic, Straight Blowback
  • Barrel Length: 6″
  • Magazine: Detachable Single-Stack
  • Capacity: 8+1
  • Frame: Steel
  • Finish: Blued
  • Sights: Fixed
  • Safety: Grip Safety and Manual Safety
  • Grips: Checkered Wood
  • Extras: Lanyard Loop
  • Year: 1921 Pattern

Condition

Used

This pistol shows signs of previous ownership and age-related use consistent with a vintage military pistol.

  • Good bluing coverage with wear on the edges and high points
  • A few small spots of light surface marking on the slide
  • Checkered wood grips show handling wear consistent with age
  • Slide and controls operate as intended
  • Markings remain clear, including the Astra logo on the slide
  • Overall, this Astra 400 presents well for a vintage previously used firearm.
  • Please review photographs carefully for exact cosmetic condition.

Features

  • Spanish military service pistol
  • 9mm Largo chambering
  • Distinctive tubular slide design
  • Straight-blowback action
  • Grip safety and manual safety
  • Long 6″ barrel
  • Checkered wood grips
  • Lanyard loop
  • Clear Astra markings
  • Outstanding collector piece