Coonan "Tactical" .357 Magnum Pistol

Published on April 22, 2013
Duration: 24:55

This review of the Coonan Tactical .357 Magnum pistol covers its features, specifications, and performance. The presenter details the pistol's similarities to an oversized 1911, its weight, dimensions, and the included accessories. Key features like the white dot sights, external extractor, match-grade trigger, and unique articulated magazine follower are highlighted. The review also demonstrates disassembly, reassembly, and the process of changing the recoil spring for .38 Special use, emphasizing the need for a break-in period with .357 Magnum ammunition before using .38 Special. Shooting tests with various .357 Magnum loads and .38 Special are conducted, with observations on accuracy and reliability.

Quick Summary

The Coonan Tactical .357 Magnum pistol is an oversized 1911-style firearm featuring white dot sights, an external extractor, a match-grade trigger with a 4-5 lb pull, and a unique articulated magazine follower for reliable feeding. It requires a break-in period of 200-500 rounds of .357 Magnum before using .38 Special ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:57Introduction & Unboxing
  2. 01:01Coonan Tactical .357 Magnum Pistol
  3. 01:11Included Accessories
  4. 01:36Magazine Loading Assist Rod
  5. 01:41Spare Spring for .38 Special
  6. 02:10Lubricant Recommendation
  7. 02:21Pistol Overview
  8. 02:50Weight and Dimensions
  9. 03:11Barrel Length and Legal Compliance
  10. 03:38Features: White Dot Sights
  11. 04:01Grip Size and Levers
  12. 04:22External Extractor
  13. 04:32Trigger Quality
  14. 05:07Magazine Design
  15. 05:47Linkless Barrel Design
  16. 06:05Top Notch on Barrel
  17. 06:32Parts Interchangeability
  18. 07:11.38 Special Spring Change
  19. 07:38Break-in Period Recommendation
  20. 08:08Spring Change Demonstration
  21. 09:25Pistol Disassembly
  22. 10:00Slide Stop Alignment
  23. 11:09Stripped Components
  24. 11:18Extended Dust Cover
  25. 11:27Barrel Swap Demonstration
  26. 13:14Test of Assembly
  27. 14:34Shooting Test: .357 Magnum (Remington)
  28. 15:15Shooting Test: .357 Magnum (Federal)
  29. 16:00Shooting Test: .357 Magnum (American Eagle)
  30. 16:40Target Analysis (.357 Magnum)
  31. 17:18Shooting Test: .38 Special (American Eagle)
  32. 19:41.38 Special Reliability Issues
  33. 21:09Target Analysis (.38 Special)
  34. 21:43Shooting Test: 6-inch Barrel (.357 Magnum)
  35. 23:26Target Analysis (6-inch Barrel)
  36. 24:14Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Coonan Tactical .357 Magnum pistol?

The Coonan Tactical .357 Magnum pistol is an oversized 1911-style firearm featuring white dot sights, an external extractor, a match-grade trigger with a 4-5 lb pull, and a unique articulated magazine follower for reliable feeding. It also has a linkless barrel design with a single locking notch.

What is the recommended break-in procedure for the Coonan Tactical .357 Magnum pistol?

The manufacturer recommends firing between 200 and 500 rounds of .357 Magnum ammunition to properly break in the pistol before attempting to use .38 Special ammunition. This ensures optimal reliability and function with the lighter caliber.

How do you change the recoil spring for .38 Special use on the Coonan Tactical pistol?

To change the recoil spring, you disassemble the pistol by removing the barrel bushing, recoil spring plug, and recoil spring. You then replace the 22 lb .357 Magnum spring with the 10 lb .38 Special spring, reassemble the components, and re-engage the barrel bushing.

What are the weight and dimensions of the Coonan Tactical .357 Magnum pistol?

The Coonan Tactical .357 Magnum pistol weighs 42 ounces (1.19 kg) when empty. It has an overall length of 8.3 inches (210 mm), a width of 1.3 inches (33 mm), and a height of 5.6 inches (142 mm), with a 5-inch (127 mm) barrel.

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