In the world of professional darts, the relationship between a player and their equipment is sacred. A fraction of a millimetre or a gram of weight can be the difference between hitting the wire and hitting the winning double. For years now, Dave Chisnall has entrusted his game to Harrows, a partnership that has produced some truly iconic darts.

Dave’s current setup isn’t just about looking good on stage (though the signature yellow and black livery certainly does that); it is engineered specifically for his high-octane style of play.

Dave throws a 22g barrel. For a player who throws with quite a brisk pace, this weight offers the perfect balance of control and velocity. But the real magic lies in the grip and profile. As we explored in our previous blog post, Dave’s game relies on stacking darts tightly in the treble 20 bed. Therefore, a bulky barrel is out of the question.

His signature Harrows darts feature a parallel barrel with a highly specific grip sequence. It offers enough texture so there are no slips under the intense heat of stage lights, but it allows for a perfectly clean release every time. The barrels are designed to slide past each other without heavy deflections, which is crucial when you are trying to squeeze three darts into a tiny target area from nearly eight feet away.

For amateur players looking to emulate the St Helens star, trying out the Chisonall range is a great insight into what pro-level equipment feels like. While they might not guarantee you a 100+ average overnight, having confidence that your tools are up to the task is the first step towards better darts.