Perhaps the main reason these darts are so common, is due to the fact they are cheaper than other forms of darts, such as tungsten. Even though they are cheaper than tungsten made darts, the remainder of the what makes up the dart, which is the tip, is the same and usually made from steel. The majority of brass darts, will be steel tip darts. In terms of the shaft, this can be changed to each individual players liking and there is a choice between plastic and steel shafts, with the latter being the more durable but also usually heavier.
Brass darts are a good choice for beginners because, as mentioned above, they are cheap to obtain. In fact, when purchasing a new dartboard, a set of brass darts are often included in the box and they are a great dart to use, when starting out in the sport.
Players who prefer to throw a dart with a larger barrel, often choose to use brass darts. This is because brass darts need to increase in size quickly, to add additional weight to the dart and thus the barrel will become fatter, the heavier the dart becomes.
The dart will take up more room when in the dartboard and this be a disadvantage, when attempting to group darts closely together. However, if using brass darts means they land more accurately in the board, there is no reason to stop using them.
That being said, brass darts are more suited to beginners, due to their cost effectiveness. For example, it’s possible to purchase four sets of brass, steel tips darts, complete with flights and aluminium shafts, for around $10. The great thing about buying a set like this, is they are all different weights and this gives a cost effective way of testing various weights, at home or out with friends. It won’t be long until players have a preference as to which weight of darts they prefer.
When purchasing an individual set of brass darts, the best option could be to find a local darts store and try out the different sets they have available or at least feel them in your hand. However, as the main benefit of buying brass barrel darts is the cheap price, it’s possible to order them from an online darts store, without too many worries.
Some of the top darts players in the world, such as Peter ‘Snakebite’ Wright, are still releasing sets of brass darts with their name on it. In fact, the greatest player the world has ever seen, Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor, also has a number of brass darts on the market. His ‘Power Bolt’ series are usually available for under $10, which is a bargain for a set of darts endorsed by a legend of the game.
So, if you are a beginner, wondering what set of darts you should buy, the best option is to pick up a set of brass darts.
As they are so cheap, try some different weights and see which are best suited for your throwing style, you will not be disappointed.
*updated July 2022
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