Astra 357 Similar to which S&W frame type?

[ObviousNovice]

Does anyone know what the Astra 357 is similar to in the S&W family of revolvers? Im looking to purchase grips for it and i know it was almost exactly like a S&W just not sure of the exact model.

Thanks.

Dan.

 

[Auggie Doggie]

Astra .357 is the model name. I believe that they have a similar frame size as the S&W N frames.

Auggie D.

 

[Dogleg]

K frame.

As a side-note, the Model designation of "Astra .357" is enough to explode brains when registering. It went from amusing to frustrating trying to explain the caliber was ".357", the make was "Astra" and the model is "Astra .357".

 

[Auggie Doggie]

K frame.

As a side-note, the Model designation of "Astra .357" is enough to explode brains when registering. It went from amusing to frustrating trying to explain the caliber was ".357", the make was "Astra" and the model is "Astra .357".

Are you sure? Everything I've read about them says they are similar in size to the Smith model 27.

Auggie D.

 

[#1bcshooter]

Had one many many years ago & I believe I used K frame pachmayr grips .
Pin holes are not in the same place as S&W (minor modification to fit)

 

[Dogleg]

Are you sure? Everything I've read about them says they are similar in size to the Smith model 27.

Auggie D.

What I'm 99% sure of is that when I put aftermarket grips on it they fit from a K/L frame. I'd say 100% but it was a long time ago.