Playing A Leg Of Darts With The 32g Ryan Searle Heavy Metal Darts
- The Orm Storm
- Jun 10
- 4 min read
Sometimes the best darts content comes from asking a very simple question.
What happens if you play a full leg of 501 using a set of darts that are completely different from your normal setup?
That's exactly what I decided to find out when I picked up the 32g Ryan Searle Heavy Metal darts.
These things are absolute units.
In a world where many players are using darts in the low-to-mid 20 gram range, stepping up to 32 grams feels like you've accidentally picked up a small hammer instead of a dart.
So I loaded up a leg of 501 on Scolia, stepped to the oche, and decided to see if I could get the job done.
You can watch the full video below and see exactly how it played out.
First Impressions
Before I'd even thrown a dart, the weight was impossible to ignore.
You don't need a set of scales to know these are heavy.
The moment you pick them up, you can feel the difference.
They're solid.
They're substantial.
And they immediately make you think a little more about your throw.
The funny thing is that after a few visits, they didn't feel quite as ridiculous as I expected.
My timing needed a little adjustment, but I quickly found myself getting into a rhythm.
That's one of the interesting things about darts.
Give yourself enough throws and your brain starts adapting surprisingly quickly.
Settling Into The Leg
The opening part of the leg was all about getting comfortable.
When you're throwing something significantly heavier than your usual setup, there's always a temptation to force things.
I found myself trying to guide the darts early on instead of simply trusting the throw.
Once I relaxed and started letting the darts do the work, things became much more enjoyable.
The Heavy Metals actually flew better than I expected.
They felt stable through the air and there was something incredibly satisfying about hearing them thump into the board.
It's difficult to explain unless you've thrown heavy darts yourself, but they have a completely different feel compared to a lighter setup.
Every dart feels deliberate.
The Scoring Was Better Than Expected
Going into the challenge, I wasn't expecting miracles.
After all, these aren't the darts I use every week.
But what surprised me was how quickly I managed to settle into a reasonable scoring rhythm.
There were definitely a few loose visits along the way, which is only natural when you're throwing a dart that's significantly different from your normal setup.
But there were also moments where the darts felt surprisingly comfortable.
The more the leg progressed, the more I started to understand why Ryan Searle has stuck with heavier darts throughout his career.
They suit a very specific style of throw and when they're working, they feel incredibly solid.
Then Came The Checkout...
As always in darts, the scoring wasn't the difficult part.
The doubles were.
The closer I got to finishing the leg, the more I found myself wanting to get the job done.
Sound familiar?
I managed to work my way down to a finish.
At that point, I was already thinking about how nice it would be to complete the challenge and get the leg finished with the Heavy Metals.
Unfortunately, darts has a habit of reminding you who's really in charge.
A missed dart here.
A slight adjustment there.
A couple of moments where things didn't quite go to plan.
You know the story.
Eventually, the finish became harder work than it probably needed to be.
Which, if we're being honest, is exactly what makes darts so relatable.
What The Challenge Taught Me
The biggest takeaway wasn't that I suddenly wanted to switch to 32g darts.
It was that we sometimes get too comfortable with our own setups.
Throwing something completely different forces you to focus.
It makes you think about your release.
It makes you think about timing.
It makes you appreciate the little details that make your normal setup feel natural.
I actually enjoyed the challenge far more than I expected.
Not because it transformed my game.
Not because I suddenly discovered some hidden superpower.
But because it was different.
And sometimes that's exactly what darts should be.
Fun.
Would I Use Them Again?
Absolutely.
Would I switch to them permanently?
Probably not.
My current setup feels right for me and I've spent a long time refining it.
But as an occasional challenge or a bit of fun content, the Heavy Metals are brilliant.
They're unique.
They're memorable.
And they make every throw feel like you're launching a missile at the board.
If you've never tried a set of 32g darts before, I'd highly recommend giving them a go.
Even if it's just for a single leg.
You might discover you love them.
Or you might spend the next day wondering why your throwing arm feels slightly heavier than usual.
Final Thoughts
This wasn't really about finding the perfect dart.
It wasn't about testing a new setup for months or chasing a higher average.
It was simply about having a bit of fun and seeing what would happen when I took on a full leg of 501 with one of the heaviest darts used by a professional player.
The result?
A lot of fun.
A few good visits.
Some frustrating moments on the doubles.
And a reminder that no matter what weight dart you're throwing, the game always has a way of keeping you humble.
The Ryan Searle Heavy Metal darts might not be replacing my current setup any time soon, but I'm glad I gave them a throw.
And who knows...
Maybe next time I'll go even heavier.
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