Coonan Model B .357 Magnum 5″ Kal-Gard 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistol
SOLD FOR: $2750
LSB#: 211027DC14
Make: Coonan
Model: .357 Magnum Model B
Serial Number: B5509
Year of Manufacture: 1983-1996
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Action Type: Single Action, Semi-Automatic with Removable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “COONAN .357 MAGNUM / AUTOMATIC”. The right side of the frame is marked “B5509” and “COONAN ARMS, INC. ST. PAUL, MN, U.S.A.”. The chamber is marked “.357 MAG.”.
Barrel Length: 5″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a ramped blade fixed to the slide. The rear sight is a square notch sight dovetailed into the slide, it also has a set screw.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are smooth wood. There are some compressions, draglines, and a couple of little dings into the finish. There are a few minor handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Black Kal-Gard
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 96% of its metal finish. There are a couple light rubs and handling marks. There are a few little nicks through the finish. Some of the edges have finish loss, most noticeable on the leading edges of the slide. The screw heads are lightly worn. The serial marking is clear, the rest are light. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine Plus condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The single-action trigger pull is light and crisp. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with two 7 round stainless steel magazines and a box with a serial matching sleeve.
Our Assessment: Looking like a 1911 pistol on steroids, the Coonan .357 is an impressive firearm by any metric. An elegant solution to a complex engineering problem, the Coonan allows use of rimmed .357 Magnum ammunition in a semi-automatic platform. Fans of the 1911 pistol platform will be right at home with the Coonan and the substantial weight will help tame the recoil of the .357 Magnum cartridge. Dan Coonan was forced to close his doors in 1998 and while he returned to the market in the late 2000s with the Coonan Classic model, the company has closed and Coonan pistols are no longer manufactured. This is a rare opportunity to own one of the earlier production guns and with it’s high condition, this one will hold as much appeal for the shooters as it will with collectors. Please see our photos and good luck!