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    Anyone have experience with the old Astra revolvers from España?? Local selling a Police version in 357 with a 3 inch barrel thats caught my eye. Has some interesting features that other manufacturers dont offer. Thanks all.
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    Hello, just found this forum, member of several other forums...including carry ones. Everyday EDC...if I am dressed I am carrying. Not one particular caliber or make or model of firearm that I am particle to. Been back buying a few inexpensive 1911s recently. EDC varies... a Glock 43x or CZ...
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