Star Firestar Plus 9mm Used Excellent – Proven Pistol

Description

The Star Firestar Plus 9mm Used Excellent is a used compact 9mm pistol in excellent condition, sold as a distributor-graded used firearm. It has a 3.39 inch barrel, a 13 round double-stack magazine and comes with two magazines.

Star Firestar Plus 9mm Used Excellent Overview

Star Bonifacio Echeverria of Eibar, Spain built the Firestar line as compact, carry-sized pistols with a strong reputation for durability. The M243, best known as the Firestar Plus and roll-marked that way on many slides, is essentially the single-stack M43 Firestar redesigned around a double-column 13 round magazine. 7 ounces. The slide and frame are black with polymer grips. Star closed in 1997, so these pistols are no longer made, which makes clean examples an interesting buy for collectors and shooters who like classic European compacts.

This pistol is graded excellent by the distributor: the finish shows service wear and the grips have some scratches.

Buying a Used Star Firestar

Because Star is out of business, factory parts and service are no longer available. Spare magazines and springs are found mainly on the secondary market, so the two included magazines are a real plus. Have a gunsmith inspect any used pistol before carrying it, and replace the recoil spring if you plan to shoot it often.

Carry and Holster Notes

The Firestar Plus is compact and comfortable to carry, but it is an uncommon frame, so holster options are limited. Look for makers that offer custom molded holsters for older European pistols, and carry it the way single action pistols are designed to be carried, with the manual safety engaged.

Ammunition

Use quality standard pressure 9mm ammunition. Do not use +P loads in older pistols unless a gunsmith confirms the gun is in good condition and suitable for them. Test your carry ammunition for reliable feeding before relying on it.

Practice and Training

Regular practice builds confidence and safe handling. Start at close range, focus on sight alignment and a smooth trigger press, and work back as your groups tighten. Dry fire with snap caps at home to improve your trigger control between range trips.

Choosing Ammunition

Try several brands and bullet weights to see what feeds reliably and groups best in your handgun. Use quality full metal jacket loads for practice and proven hollow points for defense, and confirm reliable function with your defensive load before carrying it.

Care and Maintenance

Clean the barrel, slide or cylinder and frame after shooting, apply a light coat of quality lubricant to moving parts, and store the handgun unloaded in a locked case or safe away from children.

Safe Storage

Store handguns unloaded in a locked safe, lockbox or with a cable lock, and keep ammunition separate when children are in the home. Quick access safes keep a defensive handgun secure but available. Teach everyone in the household basic firearm safety rules.

Recommended Accessories

A quality holster, spare magazines, eye and ear protection and a cleaning kit round out any handgun purchase. For defensive use, add a weapon light and practice drawing safely from your holster with an unloaded gun before carrying.

Ordering From MAG5

Choose your local FFL dealer at checkout and we ship directly to them. Once the firearm arrives, your dealer runs the background check and completes the transfer paperwork. Most dealers charge a modest transfer fee, so ask about it before you order.

State Laws

Firearm, magazine and transfer laws vary by state. Check your local laws and confirm your receiving dealer can complete the transfer.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Star Bonifacio Echeverria
• Model: Firestar Plus (M243)
• Distributor Item: GHG1349X
• UPC: 787450973060
• Condition: Used, excellent
• Caliber: 9mm Luger
• Action: Single action semi-automatic
• Barrel Length: 3.39 in
• Capacity: 13 rounds
• Magazines Included: 2
• Sights: Fixed
• Safety: Ambidextrous manual safety
• Grips: Polymer
• Finish: Black, shows service wear
• Weight: about 24.7 oz

Before You Buy

Federal law requires handguns to ship to a licensed FFL dealer, and you must be 21 or older to purchase a handgun from a dealer. You will complete a background check at your dealer. Check your local laws before ordering.

Who It Is For

The Star Firestar Plus 9mm Used Excellent is a great fit for collectors and shooters who want an affordable, classic Spanish compact 9mm with double-stack capacity.

Buy the Star Firestar Plus 9mm Used Excellent at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Star Firestar Plus 9mm Used Excellent online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more pistols. For factory details, visit Star.