Double Bell 1911 CO2 Blowback Airsoft Pistol, Black

The Double Bell 1911 fills a specific niche: a CO2 blowback pistol that runs harder than green gas without the complexity of an HPA setup. At 330–350 FPS on 0.20g BBs, it clears most indoor CQB limits and sits comfortably in the typical outdoor sidearm envelope. That velocity comes from CO2, which delivers more consistent pressure than green gas, especially in cooler weather. The trade-off is that CO2 runs at higher pressure, so seals wear faster and you're swapping cartridges between magazines.

How the build breaks down. The 9-inch overall length gives you a full-size 1911 platform with a proper grip angle and sight radius. At 2.1 pounds, it's light enough for extended carry. Blowback is realistic: the slide reciprocates on every shot, and the manual safety works as expected.

What's in the box. You get the pistol, a 24-round CO2 magazine, a clearing rod, an Allen tool, a hop-up adjustment tool, and a spare nozzle. CO2 cartridges are not included; you'll need to source 12g CO2 cells separately.

Magazines are proprietary. This uses Double Bell's own 823J magazine pattern, not the common Tokyo Marui 1911 ecosystem. That means spares come from a narrower shelf and may cost more than a standard M4 mid-cap. If you plan on running multiple magazines, budget for that upfront.

What it's not for. This is a secondary or backup pistol, not a primary rifle replacement. At 330–350 FPS, you're looking at effective CQB range out to roughly 100–120 feet with proper hop-up. Beyond that, a rifle with a better hop-up and heavier BBs will outperform it.

Before you buy. You'll need a CO2 source (12g cartridges) and a way to load them—either a built-in magazine system or a separate adapter. The adjustable hop-up is a plus for dialing in heavier BBs, but you'll want to test with your preferred weight before game day. If you're coming from a green gas pistol, expect more recoil and slightly faster magazine depletion. If you want a reliable sidearm for CQB and don't mind the CO2 workflow, this is a solid option at its price point.

Caliber:

6mm

Canada Compliant:

No

Color:

Black

Fire Modes:

Semi-Automatic, Safety

Hop-Up:

Yes - Adjustable

Included Magazine:

24 Rounds

Length:

228.6mm (9")

Magazine Compatibility:

Proprietary Double Bell 1911 Magazines

Model:

1911

Package Includes:

Gun, Magazine, Clearing Rod, Allen Tool, Hop-Up Tool, Spare Nozzle

Power Source:

CO2

Velocity:

330-350 FPS w/ 0.20g BBs

Weight:

2.1 lbs

Magazine Model Number:

823J