Astra 680

Astra 680
An Astra 680 revolver on display
Type Revolver
Place of origin Spain
Production history
Manufacturer Astra-Unceta y Cia SA
Specifications
Cartridge .22 Long Rifle, .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, .32 Smith & Wesson Long, .38 Special
Caliber .22, .45 (depending on chambering parent)
Barrels 2"
Action double-action revolver
Feed system 6 round swing-out cylinder (.38), 8 round cylinder (other calibres)

The Astra 680 is a short-barreled revolver previously manufactured by Astra of Spain. The 680 was intended primarily for civilian use, but also having served as a backup weapon or as a concealed carry weapon by gendarmes.

The Model 680 was manufactured until 1996,[1] by Astra-Unceta y Cia SA with available chamberings being .22 Long Rifle, .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, .32 Smith & Wesson Long or .38 Special.[1] Offered frame makes included standard steel, polished steel and blued steel.[2]

References

  1. 1 2 , Spanish Revolvers.
  2. ↑ , Jane's Astra 680 revolver (Spain).


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