Astra Model 357 Police .357 Mag

Astra Model 357 Police
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Gun Dimensions		Width:	No Data
Length:	8.3-in	Height:	No Data
Barrel:	3-in	Weight:	37-oz
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Gun Rankings
Power Factor (158 grain bullet)185018 Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)8.75 ft-lb Total Capacity6 rounds ConcealabilityFair Defense Factor67%

Gun Specifications
Type:	Revolver
Caliber:	.357 Mag
Action:	revolving chamber
Trigger:	double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:	transfer bar
Cylinder:	6-round
Frame:	blued finish steel
Grip:	checkered wood w/medallion
Sights:	blade front, grooved rear
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Manufacturer
	Astra-Unceta y Cia SA More Info

About the Gun

The 357 Police is a medium-to-large S&W-pattern DA/SA service revolver with a six-shot swing-out cylinder, a transfer bar safety, and fixed sights. Standard guns are blued steel with square checkered wood grips. The front sight is low and snag-free.

Production

Production ran from 1980 through 1988.

Market value

Last updated: 9/14/2026

MSRP at production was around $350. Current used market value for examples in good to very good condition ranges $250–$400.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.357 Magnum
Alias:	.357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:		158 grains
MV:	1171 ft/sec	ME:	481 ft-lbs

Analysis

Astra introduced the Police in 1980 as the duty version of its Magnum-frame revolver. The changes from the adjustable-sight 357 were a stronger hammer, a smoother front sight, and a fixed rear notch. It was sold for police and military use and could be set up for .357 Mag, .38 Spl, or a spare 9 mm cylinder. Production was short. Used guns trade as Spanish service Magnums; parts are limited.

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