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Astra
Model 44
Astra Revolver 44 .45 Colt Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:11.5-in Height:No Data
Barrel:6-in Weight:45-oz
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Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (250 grain bullet)227750
  • Recoil Factor (250 grain bullet)8.11 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityVery Poor
  • Defense Factor60%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:1980 - 1987
Caliber:.45 Colt
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:hammer block
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:blued carbon steel
Grip:checkered wood
Sights:fixed blade front, adjustable rear
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Manufacturer
Astra-Unceta y Cia SA
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Gun Value
MSRP:$315.00Used Est:$450.00
Last Update:3/20/2023
About the Gun

Six-shot, swing-out cylinder large caliber revolver. Basic features follow the Smith & Wesson pattern; a shrouded ejector rod, left side push-forward catch for releasing the cylinder crane.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .45 Colt
Alias: .45 Long Colt
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:250 grains
MV:911 ft/sec ME:461 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

This cartridge was adopted by the US Army in 1873 for the legendary Colt Single Action Army 'Peacemaker' revolver. This is yet another cartridge that was originally a black-powder design. This cartridge is still very popular today, used in many derringers and cowboy action revolvers.

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