Reviews The Colt 1911 ranks as one of the most successful military pistol designs ever developed. The timeless design, weight, and feel of the 1911 is incorporated into this Colt Government 1911 A1 CO2 air pistol The Colt Government runs from an 8-shot rotary magazine. The gun shoots pellets at 425 fps. The sights are adjustable, and the controls work like the originals. Licensed Trademarks of Colt's Manufacturing Company LLC.