The Types of Tungsten Darts

Tungsten, unlike brass and nickel-silver, is a very heavy and dense metal. It is usually mixed with nickel so you will see on a package something like 80-20 (80% tungsten/20% nickel). It is harder to work with but will last longer than the other two (especially the knurling). On average, a 20 gram tungsten dart will be ½ the size of a 20 gram brass dart which will allow for tighter groupings on the board.

All serious dart players throw tungsten darts, because the density of the tungsten material allows the tungsten darts to have a thinner diameter. It allows this to occur, while still maintaining the same weight as a thicker dart. A thinner dart is an important component for higher scoring. Thinner darts occupy less real estate on the dart board.

This allows you to fit more of these thinner darts into a small area. As thicker darts occupy more space on a dart board, they are easier to hit, resulting in dart deflections. The dart deflections throw your dart off course, which means you just missed the number your were throwing at.

Tungsten dart players have a definitive advantage over traditional brass. In addition to less deflections, they are being produced with great knurling patterns on the barrels. These provide a confident grip with less potential for slipping. I like the fact that these darts come in a variety of both steel tip and soft tip sets.

The majority of steel-point darts used by competitive players in league and tournament play are now made of 90% Tungsten. Soft-tip darts are commonly made of 80% tungsten, which is cheaper, less dense, and less brittle.

Arachnid Darts
Arachnid offers a great line of entry level tungsten soft tip darts that won’t leave you light in the hip. There are several sets that can be had for less than thirty dollars.
The SFP900 is a 90 percent tungsten dart in a weight of 18 grams. These tungsten darts have thinner barrels that give you tighter groupings for more control and higher scores. There are three darts in this set, and it comes with three extra flights and three replacement shafts. There are also seven spare soft tip points. You’ll like the ‘SideRider’ case that will allow you to safely transport your darts on your belt. With a one year warranty, you can be confident that it is a good buy.

The SFP800 set from Arachnid, has an 80 percent tungsten barrel dart. That is about the only difference from the SFP900. Everything else, and all the accessories included are the same as the SFP900.

The SFP700-16 is a lighter, eighty percent tungsten dart. At 16 grams, this set offers a lighter feel, and still gives you that thin barrel. Everything you need is in this set, and it is one of the least expensive of the bunch.

Bottelsen Aces High Tungsten Da
The Bottelsen Aces High tungsten darts give you the great quality that Bottelsen is known for, at a very affordable price. These darts have been referred to as the most affordable steel-tipped tungsten darts on the market today.

Bottelsen Hammerhead Tungsten Darts
If you have been playing darts for even a short period of time, then you have most likely heard of the Bottelsen Hammerhead darts. These are the ground-breaking darts that practically eliminate bounce outs due to hitting wires on the bristle boards.

Bottelsen Gorilla Grip Silverback Tungsten Darts
The Bottelsen Gorilla Grip Silverback darts are a popular choice of the avid dart player. These 90 percent tungsten darts are known for their trade marked ‘Gorilla Grip’ knurling.

Halex Darts
If you are looking for a tungsten steel tip dart, that is well made and won’t break the bank, then you need to give the Cambridge CX-5000 a closer look, if you are into soft tip darts, and you are in the market for a quality set of tungsten darts that won’t break the bank, then you need to check out the Halex Cambridge CX-6000 tungsten dart set. You can be sure to stand out in a crowd when you throw the Cambridge CX-8000, and at the end of the match, it will be your darts in the bulls eye.

Nodor Darts
Nodor Professional tungsten steel tip darts are available in three different barrel densities. You can get the Nodor Professional in a 90 percent tungsten barrel, an 85 percent tungsten barrel, and an 80 percent tungsten barrel. The 85 percent tungsten barrel is somewhat of a unique offering.

Tungsten dart barrels are popular with serious dart players because of the small diameter barrels that can be achieved with the weight and density of the tungsten materials. The small diameter results in less deflections and higher scoring.
The Nodor 90 percent tungsten steel tip dart set comes packaged in a SideRider case, with three complete darts, three spare flights and shafts, and a handy dart tool. These can be found in 21 gram, 23 gram, and 26 gram weights.

The Nodor Professional 85 percent tungsten steel tip darts are offered in 22 gram, 24 gram, and 25 gram weights. This three dart set includes spare shafts and flights as well, and comes with a SideRider case.

The Nodor 80 percent tungsten dart set comes on a bit lighter weights. You can get an 18 gram, 22 gram, or 24 gram dart. This set will include the protective Slim Trac case, extra flights, and shafts.

All of the Nodor Professional tungsten dart lines are protected by a one year warranty against defects. So you can be ensured of receiving a quality product that is backed by a trusted manufacturer.

Target Darts
When people talk about premium darts… When people talk about the best darts on the market, they are typically talking about Target darts. The Precision from Target is a 90% tungsten dart that the dart aficionados long to own. The quality of 30 years worth of engineering expertise to produce a dart whose quality cannot be matched. The Target Wayne “Hawaii 501” Mardle edition darts are made from 90% tungsten barrels, and only the strictest quality that Target can provide.

Viper darts
Viper Darts have a full line of brass, nickel silver and tungsten steel-tip darts, these are a must have for any dart player. From the most simple, sleek dart for the beginner to the sophisticated, this line has something for everyone. They are professionally-crafted darts offering the best in quality, workmanship and design.

Viper darts are made for enthusiasts and dart lovers alike. Viper creates darts for any type of dart player, regardless of experience level. Creating options in both steel and soft tipped darts.

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