Dart Zone Ball Launchers Review: Sentry vs Liberator

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. External Overview of the Century
3. Features of the Century
4. Performance of the Century
5. Personal Opinion on the Century
6. External Overview of the Liberator
7. Features of the Liberator
8. Performance of the Liberator
9. Personal Opinion on the Liberator
10. Conclusion

Introduction

In this article, we will be reviewing two new ball launchers by Dart Zone: The Liberator and the Century. We will provide an external overview of each blaster, discuss their features and performance, and give our personal opinion on each. So let's dive in and see how these blasters stack up!

External Overview of the Century

The Century is a spring-powered pistol blaster with a six-round capacity. It features a unique design and is comparable to the popular Nerf Chronos. Let's take a closer look at its external features.

Features of the Century

The Century blaster has a number of interesting features that make it stand out. One such feature is the rail located below the nozzle, which is somewhat compatible with Nerf attachments. This allows users to customize their blaster with accessories such as red dot sights or tactical lights.

Moving to the top of the blaster, we have the loading port. Unlike other blasters, the Century has an internal magazine with a capacity of six balls. To load the blaster, simply open the flap and push the balls into the loading port. The blaster comes with Dart Zone balls, but it is also compatible with Nerf rival rounds.

The prime action on the Century is smooth and surprisingly light. It also features a non-jamming button at the back of the priming handle, which allows users to override any jams that may occur.

Performance of the Century

Now let's talk about the performance of the Century blaster. During our tests, we found that the blaster had a lower than average chrono average compared to Nerf rival blasters. With Dart Zone balls, the average velocity was 66 feet per second, while with rival rounds, it reached only 265 FPS. These velocities are considerably slower than what we would expect from a rival blaster.

Personal Opinion on the Century

In our opinion, we cannot recommend purchasing the Century blaster. While it has some unique features, such as the loading port and rail compatibility, it falls short in terms of performance. The low firing velocity and the tendency to experience feeding issues make it less suitable for competitive play. Additionally, the ergonomics, such as the grip and the trigger safety, may not be to everyone's liking. Overall, if you are looking for a similar blaster, we suggest considering the rival Chronos instead.

External Overview of the Liberator

Now let's shift our focus to the Liberator, a pump-action shotgun blaster with a 10-round internal capacity.

Features of the Liberator

The Liberator has a unique design that captures the essence of a sawed-off shotgun. It features a sling mount at the front and rear, as well as a tactical rail on top for mounting accessories. While the rail is somewhat compatible with Nerf attachments, it lacks the locking mechanism, making them slide more freely.

The priming handle on the Liberator is located on the side, and it offers a smooth action with a light draw weight. The blaster's loading mechanism is particularly interesting, as you prime the handle back and open a flap to load the balls into the tube magazine underneath. This loading method adds to the authenticity of the shotgun experience.

Performance of the Liberator

In terms of performance, the Liberator also falls short compared to other rival blasters. Our tests revealed an average velocity of 71 feet per second with Dart Zone balls, and 73 feet per second with rival rounds. While these velocities are acceptable for dart blasters, they are considerably slower than what is expected from rival blasters, which typically shoot between 90 and 100 FPS.

Personal Opinion on the Liberator

In our personal opinion, we cannot recommend the Liberator blaster to most competitive Nerfers. The underpowered performance and frequent feeding issues make it less suitable for intense rival battles. However, we acknowledge that the unique form factor of the Liberator, resembling a sawed-off shotgun, may appeal to cosplayers and those looking for a distinct aesthetic. For these individuals, with some custom paint job and modifications, the Liberator could be a visually appealing option.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Century and Liberator by Dart Zone offer unique designs and some interesting features. However, both blasters fall short in terms of performance compared to other rival blasters on the market. While they may have some appeal for cosplayers or those looking for a different aesthetic, we would recommend considering other blasters with higher velocities and better overall performance for competitive Nerf battles.