A finely engraved handgun with bone grips rests on a wooden surface alongside poker chips, playing cards, a cigar, and a bottle of whiskey.

The Cooper Lyles Foundation

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Some guns have a story. This one has a little swagger.Thanks to our friends at SK Guns and SK Gives Back, we&#39;re excited to bring back the &quot;Play Like Coop&quot; Gun Raffle with this year&#39;s featured firearm, the Al Capone Sweetheart &mdash; a striking, limited-edition Colt with plenty of character and a little attitude of its own. And honestly, we think Cooper would have loved it. If you knew Coop, you knew he was quietly funny, a little shy, incredibly kind, and fiercely loyal to the people he loved. He was determined, never gave up easily, and while he never sought the spotlight, he definitely had a quiet attitude of his own. The Al Capone Sweetheart has a little of that same personality &mdash; unique, full of character, and not needing to be loud to make an impression. Basically&hellip; Cooper-approved. This raffle is about more than winning an incredible firearm. It&#39;s about keeping Cooper&#39;s personality, spirit, and legacy alive while supporting student athletes and youth in our community. One lucky winner will take home the Al Capone Sweetheart, while every raffle entry helps The Cooper Lyles Foundation continue its mission of empowering student athletes and underprivileged youth in St. Johns County. Because while Cooper isn&#39;t here to make us laugh, quietly give us that look, push us to be better, or stir up a little trouble, we can keep his spirit going.#56 Plays On &nbsp;| &nbsp;Play Like Coop Valued at $3,200.00,&nbsp;The &ldquo;Sweetheart&rdquo; 1911 associated with Al Capone is one of the most iconic and romanticized firearms tied to the Prohibition era. This custom Colt 1911 reflects both the personal and symbolic sides of Capone, blending sentiment with the hard-edged reality of organized crime in 1920s America. Chambered in .45 ACP, the pistol itself follows the classic Government Model design that had already earned a reputation for reliability and stopping power. What elevates this particular firearm beyond a standard sidearm is its connection to Capone&rsquo;s personal life. The nickname &ldquo;Sweetheart&rdquo; is widely believed to reference Mae Capone, his wife, suggesting that even one of the most feared figures of the era carried something that represented loyalty and affection. The pistol features detailed floral engraving, a hallmark of high-end Colts from the period. These engravings often included scrollwork and personalized inscriptions, transforming the weapon into both a functional tool and a piece of art. Such embellishments were common among wealthy or powerful individuals who wanted their firearms to reflect status and identity. Historically, this 1911 represents more than just Capone himself. It embodies the broader culture of the Prohibition era, where crime figures adopted both extravagance and symbolism in their possessions. Firearms like this were not only tools of protection but also statements of power, reputation and legacy. Today, Al Capone&rsquo;s &ldquo;Sweetheart&rdquo; 1911 remains a fascinating artifact, merging craftsmanship, history and the mystique of one of America&rsquo;s most infamous figures. We commemorate Al Capone&rsquo;s &ldquo;Sweetheart&rdquo; by reproducing only ONE of 200 limited editions. The guns sights are custom made to match those of Capones Sweetheart Colt 1911 with an adjustable rear sight and a partridge front serrated staked sight. The front strap has been checkered to closely match Capones&rsquo; Sweetheart, and a 25LPI checkered mainspring housing is installed not only making this an heirloom collectable but a stout shooter. Details on the left side of the gun&rsquo;s slide showcase the traditional patent roll marks from Colt Manufacturing Company of its era. Additionally. The same floral scroll embellishes the right slide of slide like the original Capone Sweetheart Colt 1911. The right side of the gun&rsquo;s slide features the &ldquo;Colt Automatic Caliber .45&rdquo; with Rampart roll marks of its era, along with the Government Model on the frame. More floral scroll continues to embellish as does the original Capone Sweetheart Colt 1911 with the series number of 001 through 200 on the rear panel. The frame, slide and hardware are all polished and blued. The grips are made of genuine vintage red dear stag, not all alike but with similar bark that gives this Sweetheart a true remake.

Thank You for Supporting the Cooper Lyles Foundation! Thank you for purchasing a ticket for our annual gun raffle! Your support means so much to us and helps us continue Cooper&rsquo;s legacy of giving back to student athletes and youth in our community. Every ticket makes a difference as we work to provide scholarships and opportunities for young people to PLAY LIKE COOP &mdash; with character, kindness, and heart. Good luck, and thank you for being part of the Cooper Lyles Foundation family! 💙 The Cooper Lyles Foundation <a fr-original-style="" href="http://www.thecooperlylesfoundation.org" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">www.thecooperlylesfoundation.org</a>

Some guns have a story. This one has a little swagger.Thanks to our friends at SK Guns and SK Gives Back, we're excited to bring back the "Play Like Coop" Gun Raffle with this year's featured firearm, the Al Capone Sweetheart — a striking, limited-edition Colt with plenty of character and a little attitude of its own. And honestly, we think Cooper would have loved it. If you knew Coop, you knew he was quietly funny, a little shy, incredibly kind, and fiercely loyal to the people he loved. He was determined, never gave up easily, and while he never sought the spotlight, he definitely had a quiet attitude of his own. The Al Capone Sweetheart has a little of that same personality — unique, full of character, and not needing to be loud to make an impression. Basically… Cooper-approved. This raffle is about more than winning an incredible firearm. It's about keeping Cooper's personality, spirit, and legacy alive while supporting student athletes and youth in our community. One lucky winner will take home the Al Capone Sweetheart, while every raffle entry helps The Cooper Lyles Foundation continue its mission of empowering student athletes and underprivileged youth in St. Johns County. Because while Cooper isn't here to make us laugh, quietly give us that look, push us to be better, or stir up a little trouble, we can keep his spirit going.#56 Plays On  |  Play Like Coop Valued at $3,200.00, The “Sweetheart” 1911 associated with Al Capone is one of the most iconic and romanticized firearms tied to the Prohibition era. This custom Colt 1911 reflects both the personal and symbolic sides of Capone, blending sentiment with the hard-edged reality of organized crime in 1920s America. Chambered in .45 ACP, the pistol itself follows the classic Government Model design that had already earned a reputation for reliability and stopping power. What elevates this particular firearm beyond a standard sidearm is its connection to Capone’s personal life. The nickname “Sweetheart” is widely believed to reference Mae Capone, his wife, suggesting that even one of the most feared figures of the era carried something that represented loyalty and affection. The pistol features detailed floral engraving, a hallmark of high-end Colts from the period. These engravings often included scrollwork and personalized inscriptions, transforming the weapon into both a functional tool and a piece of art. Such embellishments were common among wealthy or powerful individuals who wanted their firearms to reflect status and identity. Historically, this 1911 represents more than just Capone himself. It embodies the broader culture of the Prohibition era, where crime figures adopted both extravagance and symbolism in their possessions. Firearms like this were not only tools of protection but also statements of power, reputation and legacy. Today, Al Capone’s “Sweetheart” 1911 remains a fascinating artifact, merging craftsmanship, history and the mystique of one of America’s most infamous figures. We commemorate Al Capone’s “Sweetheart” by reproducing only ONE of 200 limited editions. The guns sights are custom made to match those of Capones Sweetheart Colt 1911 with an adjustable rear sight and a partridge front serrated staked sight. The front strap has been checkered to closely match Capones’ Sweetheart, and a 25LPI checkered mainspring housing is installed not only making this an heirloom collectable but a stout shooter. Details on the left side of the gun’s slide showcase the traditional patent roll marks from Colt Manufacturing Company of its era. Additionally. The same floral scroll embellishes the right slide of slide like the original Capone Sweetheart Colt 1911. The right side of the gun’s slide features the “Colt Automatic Caliber .45” with Rampart roll marks of its era, along with the Government Model on the frame. More floral scroll continues to embellish as does the original Capone Sweetheart Colt 1911 with the series number of 001 through 200 on the rear panel. The frame, slide and hardware are all polished and blued. The grips are made of genuine vintage red dear stag, not all alike but with similar bark that gives this Sweetheart a true remake.

The Cooper Lyles Foundation

The Cooper Lyles Foundation's Annual Gun Raffle 2026

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