Astra 600, Right side

The Astra 600
was a Spanish semi-automatic pistol used during World War II. It was a shortened version of the Astra 400 in 9×19mm Parabellum.

History
The gun was made in Spain for Germany during World War II, and about 60,000 pistols were made, although only the first 10,500 were delivered before the liberation of France cut off the supply lines between Spain and Germany. The remaining pistols were primarily sold after the war to West Germany for police use, with a smaller number being purchased by the Portuguese Navy. The gun was rugged and of high quality and accuracy, despite the blowback operation of the gun and heavy weight, it gave a snappy, distinct recoil. Because of its ruggedness and weight, it was in some countries nicknamed "the pipewrench".

Used by
- Nazi Germany
- West Germany: Police
- Portugal Navy
- Spain

Wars
- World War II

No. built
- Approx. 60,000

Astra Model 600

Weapontype:
Semi-automatic pistol

Manufacturer:
Astra-Unceta y Cia SA

Operation:
blowback

Cartridge:
9×19mm Parabellum

Weight:
1.08 kg (2.4 lb)

Length:
205 mm (8.1 in)

Barrel:
135 mm (5.3 in)

Magazine Capacity:
8-round

Feed system:
Detachable box magazine

In service dates:
1943–1945 (Nazi germany) Probably longer with Federal Republic of Germany

In Production:
1943–1950s

Sights:
Fixed iron sights