Unicorn Contender Adam Hunt Darts

Review of the Unicorn Contender Adam Hunt Darts

Unicorn Contender Adam Hunt Darts Review

The Unicorn Contender Adam Hunt darts are designed for players of all levels, particularly those who admire the playing style of Adam Hunt. These darts are crafted with a 90% tungsten alloy, a material known for its high density, allowing for a slimmer barrel while maintaining weight. This can contribute to tighter groupings and higher scoring potential.

Unicorn Contender Adam Hunt Darts - Barrel

Key Features:

  • Material: 90% Tungsten
  • Weight: Available in 23g
  • Barrel Design: Features a tear-drop shape with a combination of thin rings, wider rings, and grooves, offering a medium to high-medium level of grip. The nose of the barrel has thinner rings and grooves, transitioning to wider rings with thin grooves highlighted in black and white, and then back to thinner rings towards a smooth rear section.
  • Flights: Supplied with Adam Hunt signature standard shape flights.
  • Shafts: Equipped with medium Gripper stems.
  • Additional Accessories: Includes 8 flight protectors and comes in a compact plastic case within a clamshell package.
  • Weight Accuracy: Guaranteed weight certified to ±0.1g.
  • Balance: The barrel is slightly front-weighted without attachments, shifting slightly behind the centre with the supplied setup.

Playing Characteristics:

Reviewers note that the tear-drop shape of these darts might suit some players more than others.

  • Front Grippers: While theoretically suitable for front grippers due to the bulbous front section, some players might find the shape can cause a slight rocking sensation in the grip, potentially affecting release. However, some have found a comfortable balance gripping this section.
  • Middle Grippers: The balance and feel of the dart are often cited as best when gripped in the middle section, allowing for a smooth flight.
  • Rear Grippers: Some rear grippers with a looping throw style might find these darts suitable, although it might not be the most comfortable grip for all rear grippers.

Overall Impression:

The Unicorn Contender Adam Hunt darts are considered a good quality set of darts for their price point. The grip level is decent, and the inclusion of flight protectors is a nice touch. The 90% tungsten barrel offers a professional feel. However, the tear-drop shape is a significant factor in how these darts perform and feel, meaning they might be more suited to players who prefer this specific barrel design.

Adam Hunt - Player Resume

Personal Information:

  • Nickname: "The Hunter"
  • Born: 21 August 1993
  • Place of Birth: Chester-Le-Street, County Durham, England
  • Playing Darts Since: 2009
  • Darts: 23g Unicorn Signature
  • Laterality: Right-handed
  • Walk-on Music: "What's Up" by DJ Miko

PDC Career Highlights:

  • PDC Tour Card: Holder in 2014-2015, 2018-2022, and 2024-present.
  • Current PDC World Ranking: 81 (as of 15 April 2025)
  • PDC Premier Events - Best Performances:
    • World Championship: Last 32 (2021)
    • UK Open: Last 64 (2013, 2014, 2019, 2021, 2025)
    • Grand Slam: Last 16 (2020)
    • European Championship: Last 32 (2021)
    • PC Finals: Last 64 (2018, 2020)
  • Other Tournament Wins:
    • PDC Challenge Tour: 1 Winner (2013, 2016)  
    • PDC Development Tour: Winner (2011, 2014, 2016, 2017)
  • Pro Tour Quarter-Finalist: Gibraltar Darts Trophy (2014), Players Championship 14 (2018)

Career Summary:

Adam Hunt has been a professional darts player competing in Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) events since 2011. Known as "The Hunter," he has shown promise throughout his career, securing tour cards on multiple occasions and achieving victories on the PDC's secondary tours. He won four titles on the Development Tour and two on the Challenge Tour, demonstrating his capabilities as a rising talent.

Hunt has also made appearances and achieved respectable results in major PDC tournaments. His best performance in a major event was reaching the last 16 of the 2020 Grand Slam. He has also reached the last 32 of the PDC World Championship in 2021 and the last 64 of the UK Open on several occasions.

Managed by Tommy Gilmour and mentored by two-time World Champion Gary Anderson, Hunt is part of a stable that includes other notable players. He is considered a player with the potential to make a significant impact on the PDC circuit as he continues to develop his career. After regaining his tour card in 2024, Hunt continues to compete on the professional circuit, aiming for further success in PDC events.

 

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