Fired flat from shoulder-height, we averaged distances of 50-53 feet. Speaking of range, and unlike some other reviewers, we found the Zombie Strike Hammershot to be a very solid performer. Fanning the hammer does speed-up the rate-of-fire, but with a dramatic decrease in range-maximum range is possible only when the mechanism is fully cocked. It should be noted, however, that the air restrictor slows the forward motion of the hammer, delaying full range shots slightly. And the hammer action is long and a bit stiff, but basically second-nature. In actual use, most Nerfers will find the Hammershot to be much better balanced than other revolver-style blasters. This makes the Hammershot a perfectly acceptable alternative to other sidearms like the Maverick and Strongarm-especially when one considers the one-handed priming ability. the Strongarm) could affect carrying ability with certain gear. But do note that some users have reported the open muzzle (vs. This makes it a perfectly acceptable alternative to other sidearms like the Maverick and Strongarm-especially when one considers the one-handed priming ability. It’s a good thing, then, that when the hammer isn’t cocked, the barrel moves freely for easy front-loading, and it will accept the included Elite-style Zombie Strike darts, and also just about any standard Nerf dart except streamlines. There is a single tactical rail on top which would be useful for attaching the ammo holder from the Barrel Break IX-2, for instance.Īnd why would one want to attach an ammo holder? Because the Hammershot is only capable of holding 5 rounds-1 fewer than either the Maverick REV-6 or the Elite Strongarm. It has the usual handle-mounted strap point, as well as an opening under the cylinder chamber that could potentially accommodate larger strap hooks. And, unlike our Mega Magnus, there doesn’t appear to be any sloppily-applied paint or “one side looks nice, one side looks plain” shenanigans going on, either. It also has well thought-out surface detailing and appears to be solidly constructed. The Hammershot is a great looking revolver, adhering to the Zombie Strike aesthetic with a faux, wood-wrapped handle and graffiti-like “Z” logo. But fortunately, it’s a very well-rounded blaster in other regards, as well. It would be notable even if the Hammershot’s single point of distinction was it’s ability to be primed and fired one-handed. And, like many reviewers before us, we’re pleased to confirm the Hammershot meets or exceeds those expectations for a one-handed wonder. It was with no small amount of anticipation then that the Nerf Zombie Strike Hammershot (and its re-shelled twin, the Rebelle Sweet Revenge) came to market in August of 2013. In fact, the only other non-battery powered, single-handed blaster in the entire Nerf arsenal to-date is the Toys “R” Us exclusive Snapfire 8. Although generally seen as impractical outside of movies and video games, the ability to “dual wield” (use two weapons at once) has nonetheless been a much sought-after capability rarely found in foam-based blasters outside of complicated and noisy battery-powered models.
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