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The '''Star Model BKM''' was a semi-automatic 1911-style pistol chambered in [[9x19mm Parabellum|9mm Parabellum]] and produced by Spanish gun manufacturer [[Star Bonifacio Echeverria]] from 1972-1997 (the year of their closing). | The '''Star Model BKM''' was a semi-automatic 1911-style pistol chambered in [[9x19mm Parabellum|9mm Parabellum]] and produced by Spanish gun manufacturer [[Star Bonifacio Echeverria]] from 1972-1997 (the year of their closing). | ||
− | This handgun is more or less identical to the [[Star Model BM]], but instead uses an aluminum frame, which was a response to the growing demand in the U.S. for smaller, lighter firearms that could be more easily concealed and that were chambered in the [[9x19mm Parabellum]]. | + | This handgun is more or less identical to the [[Star Model BM]], but instead uses an aluminum frame, which was a response to the growing demand in the U.S. for smaller, lighter firearms that could be more easily concealed and that were chambered in the [[9x19mm Parabellum]] cartridge. |
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+ | == Specifications == | ||
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+ | Type: Semi-automatic pistol | ||
+ | Action: Locked Breech | ||
+ | Overall Length: 7 inches (178 mm) | ||
+ | Barrel Length: 3.9 inches (100 mm) | ||
+ | Weight: 26 oz (737 grams) |
Revision as of 07:03, 3 August 2020
The Star Model BKM was a semi-automatic 1911-style pistol chambered in 9mm Parabellum and produced by Spanish gun manufacturer Star Bonifacio Echeverria from 1972-1997 (the year of their closing).
This handgun is more or less identical to the Star Model BM, but instead uses an aluminum frame, which was a response to the growing demand in the U.S. for smaller, lighter firearms that could be more easily concealed and that were chambered in the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge.
Specifications
Type: Semi-automatic pistol Action: Locked Breech Overall Length: 7 inches (178 mm) Barrel Length: 3.9 inches (100 mm) Weight: 26 oz (737 grams)