And here they are - the Top 5 Nerf Guns 2010 (from the list of the Top 10 Nerf Guns this year):
1. Nerf N Strike Maverick
Ages: Kids 6 years old and up
Retail Price: Around $15
Merchant Discount: Yes
Merchant: KMart.com
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
A very cool rapid fire, dart firing gun with a fun twist - it's a "Maverick" hend-held pistol.
Merchant Info: For kids age 6 and older. Speed! Quick firing rotating barrel! Includes: N-Strike Maverick blaster and 6 micro darts. Speed; distance; accuracy. The N-Strike arsenal of blasters has been specially designed for maximum speed, accuracy, and distance. Use the N-Strike Maverick for quick loading and rapid firing...
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2. Nerf N Strike Raider Rapid Fire
Ages: For kids 6-12
Retail Price: Around $35
Merchant Discount: Yes
Merchant: KMart.com
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
This choice in Nerf guns for the young men out there is a good choice for those who like to go longer without loading new "ammo". =)
Merchant Info: The pump-action handle give you total control of our rate of fire, and the drum magazine holds 35 Clip System darts, giving you massive ammo capacity. A clear window lets you see how much ammo you have left! Two blasting modes give you defensive flexibility use the slam fire mode for multishots or the slide mode for single shotsWith simple beginnings forty years ago as an orange foam ball, Nerf is not only now a key player in action based performance toys, but also transcends the toy aisle as a lifestyle brand for kids and adults alike. Whether its working with some of the most notable athletes of the day, sponsoring the Dew Tour with the Nerf Dart Tag World Championships or bringing a no-holds barred blaster experience to the video game environment, Hasbro Inc’s Nerf brand continues to redefine both the sports and toy world.
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3. Nerf N Strike Longstrike Dart Blaster
Ages: For kids age 6 and up
Retail Price: Around $35
Merchant Discount: No
Merchant: Buy.com
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
This Nerf gun has a flip-up eye piece for accurate aiming, and is an air powered version and will shoot up to 35 feet!
Merchant Info: Awesome air-powered dart blaster is the longest NERF blaster yet and features a barrel extension and flip-up sight for better accuracy as you shoot your darts up to 35 feet! Blaster comes with barrel extension, flip-up sight, quick-reload clip, six Clip-System Darts, and instructions. With this awesome, air-powered dart blaster, a “long shot” is a good thing! Measuring 3-feet long, this blaster is the longest NERF blaster yet, and it fires up to 35 feet! Attach the barrel extension for long-range targeting, and use the tactical rails and flip-up sight to help you zero in on objects near and far. Even when your target is on the move, you never have to worry about ammo since your blaster can store two quick-reload clips! (One clip is included.) So, grab your gear, steel your nerves, and prepare to “go long”! Blaster comes with barrel extension, flip-up sight, quick-reload clip, six Clip-System Darts, and instructions.
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4. Nerf N Strike Vulcan EBF-25
Ages: For kids age 8-12
Retail Price: $50-$150 (depending on which one is chosen)
Merchant Discount: Yes
Merchant: KMart.com
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
Probably the most advanced of all Nerf guns - the Vulcan EBF-25. This gun is battery powered and is fully automatic. Very cool. =)
Merchant Info: Complete your N-STRIKE arsenal and prepare for the ultimate in battery-powered blasting! Be ready for any battle with the N-STRIKE VULCAN EBF-25 blaster – an awesome, fully automatic dart cannon! Load the blaster with fresh batteries and fire at a rate of up to three darts per second! Watch as the belt feeds automatically through the blaster, letting the barrage of firepower continue as you battle your opponent. The piston-powered internal launching system makes it an unstoppable force.
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5. Nerf N Strike Recon CS-6
Ages: For kids age 6-12
Retail Price: Around $25
Merchant Discount: Yes
Merchant: KMart.com
eBay: Find it on eBay.com
The Recon CS-6 is perhaps the most versatile of all of the Top 5 Nerf Guns for 2010. Kids can "mix and match" parts to create different versions of this blaster.
Merchant Info: Build your own blaster! The Nerf N-Strike Recon CS-6 has five interchangeable parts that you can take apart and reassemble any way you want. Snap the parts into any configuration onto the Tactical Rail and gain the upper hand in any situation that calls for awesome dart-tag action. Features include a flip-up sight for aiming precision and a dual-mode light beam with red-dot accuracy — perfect for night missions! Use the shoulder stock to steady your shot and store an extra clip of ammo (sold separately). Requires 2 “AAA” batteries, not included.
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I think it is safe to say that no matter what kids might like in terms of "aim and fire" fun sponge dart shooting, one of the above on the list would work well.
However - there are other guns and sets available too -- in fact there are a couple of great "tag" versions with advanced equipment to go along with them that are more than just a little cool. =)
If you would like to check into this list further, visit:
- Top Ten Nerf Guns 2010 - the Top 10 Store