Astra Cub Model 2000

DeanG · June 24, 2002, 10:21 AM

The family of a recently departed extended family member, found a Astra Cub, Model 2000, among the departed's belongings. It is chambered for the .22 short, has a "luger" style tappered barel of about 3", fixed sights, single action only, and was made in Spain. The family believes the pistol has "collector value". Would someone please be so kind as to provide more information on what this really is and is there any value to it.

Thank you in advance,

Dean

Harley Nolden · June 24, 2002, 11:04 AM

Not realy what would be considered a "collector" unless someone collects Astra pistols. Value is aroud $250.00 in like new condition. The Pistol was made in/around 1954, however, imports have discontinued in 1968.

HJN

johnwill · June 24, 2002, 06:39 PM

Astra Cub in .22S, must look a lot like this one!

I paid $160 as I recall for this one a while back, it's like new.

DeanG · June 25, 2002, 11:53 AM

Johnwill,

Good pics thanks. Found out the one I now have is a "Camper" model with the longer barrel which sticks out from the slide about 2" and has a tall fixed front sight. The stocks on mine are also black and they say "Astra Cub, Model 2000" on them. The Mag release button is also serrated. The overall condition is near mint with the minor exception of one of the stock screws on which someone let a screw driver slip out of the grove and mar the screw head.

Thanks,

Dean

johnwill · June 25, 2002, 08:06 PM

I looked a bit closer at your description, and realized that what you were describing wasn't the standard Cub. I don't believe I've ever seen the Camper model, if you are able, I'd love to see a picture of it.

June 24, 2002, 10:21 AM	#1
DeanG Member Join Date: December 7, 2000 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 64	Astra Cub Model 2000 The family of a recently departed extended family member, found a Astra Cub, Model 2000, among the departed's belongings. It is chambered for the .22 short, has a "luger" style tappered barel of about 3", fixed sights, single action only, and was made in Spain. The family believes the pistol has "collector value". Would someone please be so kind as to provide more information on what this really is and is there any value to it. Thank you in advance, Dean __________________ [email protected]

June 24, 2002, 06:39 PM	#3
johnwill Senior Member Join Date: April 6, 2000 Location: PA Posts: 3,451	Astra Cub in .22S, must look a lot like this one! I paid $160 as I recall for this one a while back, it's like new. __________________ I collect old pistols, got any?

June 25, 2002, 11:53 AM	#4
DeanG Member Join Date: December 7, 2000 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 64	Johnwill, Good pics thanks. Found out the one I now have is a "Camper" model with the longer barrel which sticks out from the slide about 2" and has a tall fixed front sight. The stocks on mine are also black and they say "Astra Cub, Model 2000" on them. The Mag release button is also serrated. The overall condition is near mint with the minor exception of one of the stock screws on which someone let a screw driver slip out of the grove and mar the screw head. Thanks, Dean __________________ [email protected]

June 25, 2002, 08:06 PM	#5
johnwill Senior Member Join Date: April 6, 2000 Location: PA Posts: 3,451	I looked a bit closer at your description, and realized that what you were describing wasn't the standard Cub. I don't believe I've ever seen the Camper model, if you are able, I'd love to see a picture of it. __________________ I collect old pistols, got any?

June 24, 2002, 11:04 AM	#2
Harley Nolden Staff In Memoriam Join Date: January 8, 1999 Location: Brunswick,GA USA Posts: 1,884	Not realy what would be considered a "collector" unless someone collects Astra pistols. Value is aroud $250.00 in like new condition. The Pistol was made in/around 1954, however, imports have discontinued in 1968. HJN