Douglas Schumacher

It's been a WEEK since my last post, and I apologize.  Since the Vortex launch is over, there isn't as much to quick post about.  Only reviews and they take a long time to put together.  I've been too ambitions and can't balance this blog as well as I thought.  Don't worry though, I'll keep it running. Today I started a new page, The Shopping List , to give you an idea of what blasters I'll be getting.  It'll be typical for 2-3 guns a season, give or take a few, depending on sales and that kind of thing. I briefly mentioned reviewing up above.  My policy will be any blasters I received after my Speedload 6 will get a video and text review.  Blasters bought before that will be only text.  I only have about 4 guns left in my collection I haven't reviewed, and those should be coming within a month. Happy Nerfing!

Nerf's newest action sport, Dart Tag, reopened in March 2011 with the release of 4 new blasters.  The Speedload 6 is one of them, featuring an internal 6-dart clip, positive ranges, and slam fire.  Its a complete package.                                                    Pros: Dart Tag clips, use any darts, slam fire Cons:  Heavy, Jams   can shred darts, large priming draw, moderate reload time  In the Box: Speedload 6, Manual, 6 new Dart Tag darts  Facts: Gun Type:   Multi-Shot Internal Clip  Ammo Capacity : 6 darts Ammo compatibility : Any type, New Dart Tag darts best Range:  25-30 feet Editions:  1 Price:   $10- $15 Other features : Slam-Fire  Overall Rating:   8 darts of of 10 *Questions?  Ask me in the comments below.  Have a review of your own?  Po...

Nerf N-Strike Spectre REV-5 is a Nerf gun that came out in 2010 in the store exclusive series.  You will only find it at Walmart.  The blaster is seen as an improvement from the good ol' Maverick REV-6 .  Is it?  Find out below.  Front of Box  Pros: Stock and barrel extension attachments, rarely jams, can be fired fast, barrel drops out for easy reloading, stock folds for close range Cons: Only 5 darts, some barrels can be duds, trigger becomes sticky, included barrel extention does nothing, stock is flimsy  In the Box:  Spectre, Folding Stock, Barrel Extention, 5 Whistler Darts Blaster Fully Assembled  Facts: Gun Type:    Revolver  Ammo Capacity : 5 darts Ammo compatibility : Suction (Buzzbee/Airzone and Nerf),  Whistler , Dart Tag, Streamline  Range:   Up to 30 feet (I'll do a test on this soon.)  Editions:  1  Price:  $20 Other features : Barrel rotates on cocking...

Buzz Bee is known for its cheap and unusual foam dart blasters.  Their cheapest one, the Blow Blaster, can be stealthy and pack a small punch.  Is it worth it?  Find out below.  Current Packaging  Pros:  Silent but deadly, no cocking Cons: Can't share, makes weird sound when firing, large for what it needs to be, no modability  In the Box: Blow Blaster, Ammo holder, 6 Buzz Bee Suction Darts  Facts:  Gun Type: Single Shot  Ammo Capacity : 7 darts Ammo compatibility : Suction ( Buzzbee /Airzone and Nerf), Whistler, Dart Tag, Streamline (can have problems) Range:   Up to 25 feet (I'll do a test on this soon.)  Range all depends on user. Editions:  1 Price: $3- $5 Other features : Ammo holder slides on and holds six darts, you can load up to 7 darts into barrel and make a scatter effect  Overall Rating: For the occational stealth attack, save some money and buy a Blow Blaster.   Buzz Bee's cheap b...

Nerf N-Strike Barricade RV-10 is a relatively new blaster, as it came out last year.  The fastest firing Nerf blaster combines speed and accuracy with ease.  Get your Barricade RV-10 today!  Front of Current Box  Pros: Fast firing (4 darts a second), no cocking, accurate built-in sight, large handle and trigger Cons: Ammo goes fast, flywheels are noisy-so no stealth, needs 3 AAA batteries to fire, occasionally jams  In the Box: Barricade, 10 Whistler Darts, Instructions, Yellow Stock (If you purchased Bonus Edition)  Back of Current Box  Facts: Gun Type: (Motorized) Semi-Auto  Ammo Capacity : 10 darts Ammo compatibility : Suction (Buzzbee/Airzone and Nerf), Whistler , Dart Tag, Streamline (can have problems) Range:   Up to 30 feet (I'll do a test on this soon.)  Editions:  4 (Yellow/Black-Current, Yellow/Black with bonus yellow stock-Current, Transformers-Current, Gear Up-Current) Price: $15-$20 Other features : HugeTactical Rai...

Nerf's cheapest and smallest blaster.  The N-Strike SS AS-1.  This was my third gun ever- the first I bought by myself. Current Packaging Facts: Gun Type: Single Shot Ammo Capacity : 1 dart Ammo compatibility : Suction (Buzzbee/Airzone and Nerf), Whistler, Dart Tag, Streamline Range:   Up to 30 feet officially, mines gone up to 50 feet flat  Editions:  3 (Blue/Yellow-Older, Orange/Black-Older, Yellow/Gray-Current) Price: $3-$5 Other features : To fire: Pump 7-10 times, then press the top button to shoot, belt/keychain loop on bottom of blaster The Secret Strike is not the weapon you want to use in Nerf wars.  For getting an annoying sibling once in while, this gun is fine.  Also, they break easy- especially if banged around or pumped too much.  Get your Nerf N-Strike Secret Strike AS-1 today! *Questions?  Ask me in the comments below.  Have a review of your own?  Post it here!*

The original.  The classic.  The Nerf N-Strike Maverick REV-6.  This gun has long been the choice weapon in Nerf wars to many.  By the way, this was my second Nerf gun I ever got- and my first non-single shot. Current Packaging Facts: Gun Type: Revolver  Ammo Capacity : 6 darts Ammo compatibility : Suction (Buzzbee/Airzone and Nerf), Whistler, Dart Tag, Streamline Range:   Up to 30 feet (I'll do a test on this soon.) Editions:  6 (Blue/Yellow-Older, Yellow/Black-Current, Clear-Current, Sonic-Current, Gear-Up- Upcoming, White-Out- Upcoming) Price: $10-$15 Other features : Tactical Rail on cocking slide, Barrel rotates on trigger pull The Maverick REV-6 is a Nerf blaster that every Nerfer should have.  It's low cost and effective.  Get your Nerf N-Strike Maverick REV-6 today! *Questions?  Ask me in the comments below.  Have a review of your own?  Post it here!*

 Current packaging   The Nerf N-Strike Nite-Finder EX-3 is the best Nerf gun for beginners.  This gun was my first, and is what got me into Nerfing. Facts: Gun Type: Single Shot Ammo Capacity : 3 darts Ammo compatibility : Suction (Buzzbee/Airzone and Nerf), Whistler, Dart Tag Range: Up to 35 feet (I'll do a test on this soon.) Editions:  6 (Blue-Oldest, Gray-Older, Black-Current, Clear-Current, Sonic-Current, White-Out- Upcoming?) Price: $7-$10 Other features : Has laser beam built in for aim, powered by 2 AA batteries. This Nerf blaster is perfect for everyone with its simplicity and low cost.  Get your Nerf N-Strike Nite-Finder EX-3 today. *Anything else you want me to add?  Tell me in the comments below.  Have a review of your own?  Post it here!*