Catalonia's Attempt at a Pistol: the Blowback Isard
This video explores the Isard pistol, a rare firearm produced by Republican factions in the Spanish Civil War. Due to arms shortages, various workshops attempted to produce firearms, with the Isard being a notable example. It's described as a blowback-operated pistol based on 1911/Star designs, chambered in 9mm Largo. The video highlights variations between early and late models, with no more than 250 estimated to have been built. The presenter also recommends books on Star and Astra firearms.












