Astra 680

The Astra 680 is a short-barreled revolver previously manufactured by Astra of Spain. The 680 was intended primarily for civilian use, but also served as a backup weapon or as a concealed carry weapon by gendarmeries.

Astra 680
An Astra 680 revolver on display
Type	Revolver
Place of origin	Spain
Production history
Manufacturer	Astra-Unceta y Cia SA
Produced	1981–1996[citation needed]
Specifications
Mass	1.4 lbs (0.6 kg)
Length	7 in (17.9 cm)
Barrel length	2 in (5.1 cm)
Cartridge	.22 Long Rifle, .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, .32 Smith & Wesson Long, or .38 Smith & Wesson Special
Action	double-action revolver
Feed system	8-round cylinder (.22 Long Rifle R/.22 Winchester Rimfire Magnum), or 6-round cylinder (.32 Smith & Wesson Long/.38 Smith & Wesson Special)

The Model 680 was manufactured from 1981 until 1996^[1] by Astra-Unceta y Cia SA with the available chamberings in .22 Long Rifle, .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire, .32 Smith & Wesson Long, or .38 Smith & Wesson Special.^[1]The frame makes included standard stainless steel, polished steel, and blued steel.^[2]