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Shot Bandit Generation 4 Dartboard vs Winmau Blade 6 Dartboard

Both are staple-free bristle boards with thin blade wires, so the choice comes down to wiring and mounting. The Shot Bandit Gen 4 has the thinner wires (0.8mm) and a wider segment face, which helps players who lose darts to bounce-outs. The Winmau Blade 6 is the more established board, built to WDF dimensions, with a Rota-Lock mount and a strong record with league players. Owners of the Blade 6 praise the thin wires and easy install but some say it wears faster than expected even when rotated.

  • Choose the Shot Bandit Generation 4 if you want the thinnest wires and the largest scoring area per segment, and you plan to rotate the board often.
  • Choose the Winmau Blade 6 if you want a WDF-spec board with a proven Rota-Lock mount and a long track record in league play.

Prices

  • Shot Bandit Generation 4 Dartboard: $89.99 at Mack Darts (last seen Nov 8)
  • Winmau Blade 6 Dartboard: $55.77 at eBay (checked today)
  • Difference: the Winmau Blade 6 Dartboard is $34.22 cheaper than the Shot Bandit Generation 4 Dartboard at the latest prices (Nov 8 and Nov 9)
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Shot Bandit Generation 4

Shot Bandit Generation 4 Dartboard

Shot Bandit Generation 4

$89.99at Mack DartsObserved at 11:42 PM
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Pros
  • Thinnest wires in this pair at 0.8mm
  • 14% more scoring area per segment
  • One-piece stainless steel bull that resists wear
  • Rotates on its bracket without coming off the wall
  • Ships with measuring tape and a checkout handbook
Cons
  • Not stated as WDF-spec dimensions
  • Fewer independent owner reports than the Blade 6
  • Bracket is nylon, not metal
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Winmau Blade 6

Winmau Blade 6 Dartboard

Winmau Blade 6

5(1 rating)
$55.77at eBayVerified
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Pros
  • Built to official WDF dimensions
  • Rota-Lock mount with triple-wheel lock and level
  • Long track record with league and club players
  • Owners praise thin wires and reduced bounce-outs
  • Density Control wire boosts retention in key segments
Cons
  • Some owners say it wears faster than expected even when rotated
  • Wires are thicker than the Bandit's
  • No accessories in the box

What separates them

Shot Bandit Generation 4 DartboardWinmau Blade 6 Dartboard
Wire thickness0.8mm blade wires, 50% thinner than standard25% thinner wires than standard
Playing area14% more area per segmentStandard segment area with Density Control wire
Wire strength59% stronger than traditional bladed wiresDensity Control wire, no strength figure given
BullseyeOne-piece stainless steel embedded bull, chamferedWeb-design bull with Density Control wire
MountingPuck bracket, rotates without removing from wallRota-Lock with triple-wheel lock and level system
Governing spec18 inch board, not stated as WDF specMade to official WDF dimensions
SurfaceTape-free finish, 1mm ink depthEast African sisal, self-healing
In the boxMeasuring tape and handbook with checkout chartBoard only

Price history

$102.04$82.95
Oct 30Nov 9
  • Shot Bandit Generation 4 Dartboard: lowest $99.99 on Nov 9 at eBay.
  • Winmau Blade 6 Dartboard: lowest $82.95 on Nov 9 at Darting.com.

Prices at every store

Shot Bandit Generation 4 Dartboard

  • Darts.comNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $89.99Observed at 12:33 AM
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  • Mack DartsNew

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    $89.99Observed at 11:42 PM
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  • Lim Legacy DartsNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $94.99Observed at 11:41 PM
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by mackdarts (99.9% positive, 3,900 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $89.99Free shippingVerified
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Winmau Blade 6 Dartboard

  • Darting.comNew

    In stock

    $82.95Observed at 11:41 PM
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  • Dartshopper.comNew

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    $82.95Observed at 11:41 PM
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  • Academy Sports + OutdoorsNew

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    $82.99Observed at 11:41 PM
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by eraboave0 (99.5% positive, 214 ratings)Ships from Brazil · duties may applyReturns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $55.77Free shippingVerified
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Specs compared

SpecShot Bandit Generation 4 DartboardWinmau Blade 6 Dartboard
TypeBristleBristle
MaterialPremium African sisalWood, Fabric
BullseyeOne-piece stainless steel embedded bull—
Wire SystemRazor-thin blade-style construction—
Wire Thickness0.8mm—
Wire Strength59% stronger than traditional bladed wires—
Playing Area Increase14% more playing area within each segment—
SurfaceTape-free finish—
MountingSecure bracket system with rotational capability—
Board Size18" x 1.5"—
Bracket Materialheavy-duty nylon—
Ink Depth1mm—
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SpecShot Bandit Generation 4 DartboardWinmau Blade 6 Dartboard
Included AccessoriesMeasuring tape and instructional handbook—
Communication5.05 out of 5 stars—
color—Other
Width (")—17.717
Height (")—17.717
Depth (")—1.575
size—17.7 inch Diameter x 1.5 inch Thickness

What reviewers say

Winmau Blade 6 Dartboard

Buyers rate the Blade 6 highly for build quality, easy installation and thin wires that cut bounce-outs. The main complaint is that the board shows wear sooner than expected even when rotated.

What people mention
  • Bounce-outsPraisedOwners say the thin Density Control wires noticeably cut darts falling out.
  • DurabilityMixedSome buyers find the board wears faster than expected even with regular rotation.
  • SetupPraisedThe Rota-Lock mount is described as quick and easy to fit and level.
  • Build qualityPraisedBuyers call it premium and say it plays perfectly.

Questions and answers

Which board is better for reducing bounce-outs?
The Shot Bandit Gen 4. Its 0.8mm wires are thinner than the Blade 6's, and it claims 14% more scoring area per segment, so darts are less likely to hit wire.
Which lasts longer?
Both use self-healing African sisal and rotate to spread wear. The Blade 6 has more owner reports of uneven wear even when rotated, while the Bandit's stainless steel bull is built to resist wear.
Is the Shot Bandit worth stepping up to over the Blade 6?
If thin wires and a bigger scoring area matter most to you, yes. If you want a WDF-spec board with a proven metal mount, the Blade 6 is the safer pick.
Do both fit a standard wall setup?
Yes. Both are 18 inch bristle boards about 1.5 inches thick. The Bandit includes a measuring tape for height and throw line, the Blade 6 does not.
Can I rotate either board without taking it down?
Yes. The Bandit uses a puck bracket and the Blade 6 uses Rota-Lock with a triple-wheel lock and level system. Both rotate in place.

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