Has anyone ever shot or heard of Steyr handguns?

Answer 1

I haven't had any firsthand experience with them, but here's some background info for you.
Currently manufactured by Steyr-Mannlicher AG & Co. KG in Austria. Founded in Steyr, Austria by Joseph Werndl circa 1864. Currently imported beginning mid-2005 by Steyr Arms, Inc., located in Cumming, GA. Previously imported 2004-mid-2005 by Steyr USA, located in West Point, MS. Previously imported 2002-2003 by Dynamit Nobel, located in Closter, NJ. Previously imported and distributed until 2002 by Gun South, Inc. (GSI) located in Trussville, AL.
Current and recently discontinued pistols:
MODEL GB
- 9mm Para. cal., double action, 18 shot mag., gas delayed blowback action, non-glare checkered plastic grips, 5 1/4 in. barrel with Polygon rifling, matte finish, steel construction, 2 lbs. 6 oz. Importation disc. 1988.
In 1987, Steyr mfg. a military variation of the Model GB featuring a phosphate finish - only 937 were imported into the U.S.
MODEL SPP
- 9mm Para. cal., single action semi-auto, delayed blow back system with rotating 5.9 in. barrel, 15 or 30 shot mag., utilizes synthetic materials and advanced ergonomics, adj. sights, grooved receiver for scope mounting, matte black finish, 44 oz. Limited importation 1992-93.
MODEL M SERIES
- 9mm Para., .357 SIG, or .40 S&W cal., features first integrated limited access key lock safety in a semi-auto pistol, 3 different safety conditions, black synthetic frame, 10 shot mag., matte black finish, loaded chamber indicator, triangle/trapezoid sights, 28 oz. Limited importation 1999-2002.
M-A1 SERIES
- .357 SIG (M357 A-1), 9mm Para. (M9 A-1), or .40 S&W (M40 A-1) cal., DAO, updated Model M with Picatinny rail on lower front of frame, redesigned grip frame, trigger safety and lockable safety system, black polymer frame with matte black finished slide, 3 1/2 (not available in .357 SIG cal.) or 4 in. barrel, 10, 12 (.40 S&W or .357 SIG) or 15 (9mm Para.) shot mag., white outlined triangular sights, approx. 27 oz. Importation began 2004.
MODEL S
- similar to Model M, except has 3 1/2 in. barrel and shorter grip frame, 10 shot mag., 22 1/2 oz. Limited importation 2000-2002.


Old Fuzz, there's a GB for sale now for $575, and another for $525. Blue Book lists them at $575 in 98% condition.
http://www.gunsamerica.com/classifieds/none/_976844107.aspx

Answer 2

Steyr bade about four different hand guns I've shot there SSP 9MM they also made one that was select fire I believe it was the SPS but I'm not sure the model. Both models were sold with a 15 and a 30 round mag. They were both great guns and handled great they were designed for body guards because of the amount of ammo they could carry and they were light weight. Once the high cap ban went into place they were discontinued. Started in 2004 based on the Glock design the M1A. I haven had the chance to shoot this one yet.

Answer 3

Yep on both counts. Haven't shot the new polymer pistols but an older 1912 model I think in 9mm Steyr. Has an internal mag and can be loaded with stripper clips.

Answer 4

Steyr didn't make many handguns but they should be of fair quality. Only 2 are listed in the Blue Book; 9mm models GB and SPP and are pretty rare on the used gun market.

Answer 5

Owned a Steyr GB 9mm back in 1986. First of the high capacity guns to hit the USA. I couldn't hit the broadside of a barn with it. Sold it to a friend, who still has it, and shoots rings around me with it. Paid a whooping $350.00 for in back in '86. Gun now goes for over $1000 if you can find one. Told my buddy I want the gun back when he dies. . .

Answer 6

The new zealand army uses steyrs weapons dont know what kind.

Answer 7

Yes, I think they are now named Savage. Never shot one, though, sorry.