Astra A-100

Astra A-100
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of originSpain
Production history
ManufacturerAstra-Unceta y Cia SA
Produced1990–1997
Specifications
Mass985 g (34.7 oz)
Length180 mm (7.1 in)
Barrel length95 mm (3.7 in)

Cartridge
Feed systemDetachable box magazine: 17 (9×19mm Parabellum), 13 (.40 S&W), or 9 (.45 ACP)

The Astra A-100 is a Spanish double-action/single-action semi-automatic pistol that was manufactured by Astra-Unceta y Cia SA beginning in 1990. It was distributed in the United States by European American Armory (EAA).[1] The A-100 is also known as the "Panther" as imported into the United States by Springfield Armory, and some specimens have this roll-marked on the left of the slide. The A-100 design is a further development of Astra's earlier A-80 and A-90 models.[2] The A-80 was originally patterned after the SIG P220.[3]

  1. ^ Operator's Manual: Astra A-100. European American Arms Archived August 20, 2007, at the Wayback Machine
  2. ^ Reinitz, Jeff. "Handgun that was part of three crimes is tagged for destruction." Waterloo Courier. 5 March 2007.[1]
  3. ^ " Astra A-80, A-90, A-100 (Spain)." Modern Firearms