Astra Model 960

jeffsfirearms

June 12, 2004 10:59

Does anyone know where I can get an online diagram of the Astra model 960 revolver? (38spl)I am planning on thoroughly cleaning the one I just purchased but did not get a manual. I am sure I can take it apart................but putting it back together might be a little more difficult.

Thanks

Jeff

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  rufe-snow

  June 12, 2004 12:11

  Can't help you with anything on-line. The NRA "Firearms Assembly" Guide, ( 1994, ISBN 0-935998-76-4 ). Has IPB's and disassembly instructions for (2) Astra Revolvers, including the "960" your inquiring about.
  
  These NRA Guides are paperbacks and are available on the used book market from www.bookfinder.com
  
  

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  jeffsfirearms

  June 12, 2004 14:40

  Thanks again, I will look into that.
  
  Jeff
  
  Jeff

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  RF4guy

  June 13, 2004 02:48

  Jeff,
  Is it really necessary to take it apart? I keep all of my guns very clean, and have never had a reason to take any of the revolvers apart. The barrel, cylinder and forcing cone are what need the most cleaning. Unless it's malfunctioning, I'd leave the internal mechanism alone.

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  jeffsfirearms

  June 13, 2004 13:37

  Actually, I thought about cold blueing it, alot of the finish is gone but no pitting or rusting. Would it not be easier to disassemble to a point and reblue or leave it together?
  
  Thanks
  
  Jeff

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  RF4guy

  June 13, 2004 14:28

  If you plan to reblue it, and do it right, you will need to disassemble it. The disassebly books by J.B. Wood are a very good reference. It doesn't cover the 960 specifically, but there are instructions for Astra revolvers and I'm pretty sure it would work for your pistol. Take your time and good luck!

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