I believe that is a Model 15 Airman on Schirra's belt, not an Astro. You can clearly see the finger grips and thin hilt.
It would be interesting to know if those Astro's are their personal knives or NASA supplied Solingen blades. I am guessing the latter.
The orange handle coincides with a couple of very early 16's that have a similar handle, all made out of fiberglass. Obviously the orange gel coat was used for visibility.
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