When Revolver Meets 1911: The Coonan .357 Magnum Automatic
This video delves into the unique Coonan .357 Magnum Automatic pistol, a fascinating blend of the classic 1911 design and a powerful revolver cartridge. The creator, Dan Coonan, originally conceived the idea as a graduate school drafting project in 1977, eventually leading to its manufacture from 1983 to 1998. A reformed company, Coonan Inc., continued production from 2009 to 2019. Despite the inherent challenges of designing a semi-automatic for a rimmed revolver cartridge, the Coonan is noted for its excellent accuracy and reliability, with subtle design modifications like an external extractor and a switch from a barrel link to a fixed cam for improved performance.














