Coonan Classic .357 Magnum 1911-Style Stainless Pistol, 5.7 Inch Barrel, Adjustable Sights, 7+1, Excellent with Case and 3 Magazines
This Coonan Classic stands out as a discontinued, stainless-steel, full-size .357 Magnum semi-automatic built on a 1911-style platform. Marked "Coonan, Inc. Blaine, MN," it features a linkless cam-operated barrel, external extractor, and government-length slide with fully adjustable sights. It comes in excellent overall condition with three magazines, the original case, spare grips, assorted recoil springs, and factory test-fired cases.
The pistol uses a purpose-designed single-stack magazine to accommodate .357 Magnum and, per the manual, can also be configured for .38 Special +P with the appropriate recoil spring. Thoughtful details include a lowered and flared ejection port, rear cocking serrations, and a pivoting Hi-Power-style skeletonized trigger. Its brushed flats and matte radii give the stainless steel slide and frame a clean, purposeful finish.
Controls and ergonomics follow familiar 1911-type conventions, including single-action operation with a left-side thumb safety. The sighting system pairs a dovetailed white-dot front with a fully adjustable square-notch rear, making it straightforward to fine-tune point of impact. Black checkered synthetic grips with Coonan medallions complete the setup, with an additional set of walnut logo panels included.
Production of the Classic has ceased, adding appeal for enthusiasts who value the model’s unique caliber, construction, and feature set. The included assortment of recoil springs provides options for tuning in line with the factory manual, and the pistol’s overall presentation and bore condition support its careful prior handling.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Only faint evidence of prior handling is present, and the pistol presents cleanly throughout.
What’s Included
- 3x 7-round magazines
- Coonan Classic operator's manual
- Coonan-logo walnut grip panels (spare, not installed)
- Assorted recoil springs in bags (includes Wolff-packaged spring)
- Original soft zippered case with foam insert
- Bag with factory test-fired cartridge cases
The Classic configuration combines a stainless frame and slide with a 5.7 inch barrel, giving it a balanced full-size profile. The slide is government length and finished with brushed flats and matte radii to match the frame. An external extractor and lowered, flared ejection port support consistent extraction with the .357 Magnum cartridge.
The fire-control system features a single-action mechanism and a pivoting, skeletonized trigger in the Hi-Power style. Traditional 1911-type controls include a left-side thumb safety. Rear cocking serrations provide positive traction for slide manipulation.
Sights consist of a dovetailed white-dot front and a fully adjustable square-notch rear. The black checkered synthetic grips with Coonan medallions provide a firm hold, and an additional set of Coonan-logo walnut panels is included for an alternate grip option.
The magazine design is specific to the Coonan .357 Magnum pistol and staggers the case rims to feed the rimmed cartridge. Capacity is 7+1. Per the factory manual, the platform is compatible with .38 Special +P when configured with the appropriate recoil spring.
Marked "Coonan, Inc. Blaine, MN" and made in the USA, this Classic represents a notable entry in semi-automatic .357 Magnum pistols. With production discontinued, its feature set and included accessories make this example especially complete.