Black Ops Exterminator Revolver (CO2 Airgun)
Industrial Design / Manufactured Object (Non-Art) • Bear River International, LLC / Ignite Black Ops (Distributed by)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Utilitarian / Realistic Replica Design
Medium & Technique
Cast metal (zinc alloy/pot metal), polymer grip, and anodized finish; industrial mass-production molding and assembly
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (c. 2014-present)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 11 to 12 inches in length (8-inch barrel variant likely); portrait-oriented close-up photo
Subject Description
A .177 caliber (4.5mm) steel ball air pistol modeled after a modern heavy-barreled revolver. It features a CO2-powered mechanism, fixed rear sights, and a picatinny rail system for tactical attachments.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible signs of surface wear, paint loss on the cylinder and frame edges, and mechanical use
Estimated Market Value
$40.00 - $60.00 USD (based on second-hand market for used airguns)
Auction Estimate
$20.00 - $40.00 USD
Provenance History
Commercial retail origin. Internal markings indicate 'Made in Taiwan' and distributed by Bear River International LLC.
Art Historical Significance
Negligible in an art-historical context; however, it represents the modern trend of high-fidelity replica manufacturing for recreational shooting and backyard plinking.
Notable Features
Includes detailed safety warnings laser-etched into the frame and a unique serial number (13B0147E002222)
Condition Issues
Scuffing on the cylinder, minor oxidation/pitting on screw heads, and wear on the hammer and trigger action areas
Conservation Recommendations
Regular lubrication with silicone oil, storage in a dry environment to prevent corrosion of internal valves, and ensuring the CO2 cartridge is removed when not in use.