Griffin-X Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 This is a review of the new DuKu Industries Biker Scout blaster from BSN member Duff. This review will compare the DUFF, HOTSHOT, SCI-FIRE, and Underground Productions (UGP) scout blasters. Duff gave me the opportunity to check out his new Scout blaster and "kick the tires". Although I compared it to several other blasters I own, this review will focus only on the new blaster as made by Duff. Right now, Duff is working on a name for the blaster so at the time of this review it is "pending". By the way, he's a really cool guy I'm very pleased to present this review to the troops. Okay, here's my in depth review: WEIGHT: Right away, I noticed the blaster weight. This is not a bad thing as I prefer to have something that feels solid and not like it will break. I was able to place this one in my holster and walk around with no sagging of my boot. Overall, it weighs about the same as the Sci-Fire Hyperfirm I own, but feels much more sturdy. LOOK AND FEEL: This blaster is super nice with a clean sharp pull. The black rubber, rather than a prop painted black, adds to the realism of the prop. Out of the box, it is ready to be "weathered" up for that "broken in look" or left as-is for a nice shiny black blaster. There are virtually no seams on the blaster, unlike other blasters that have horrible seam lines. This also adds to the realism of the prop. DURABILITY: I dropped the blaster a few times and it literally bounced. Since this is a durable rubber material, I feel it will last for a long time and through many, many trooping events. Of course, dropping a blaster is not something you would do on a regular basis but it does happen from time to time, and usually on concrete. I like that the blaster came with a rubber and a plastic trigger guard and scope ring. To me, the plastic parts are more durable and add to the realism of the blaster. But there are some scouts who may prefer the rubber version. It's nice to have that option, but I'm not certain what options he will provide in the production model. DETAILS: This blaster has some really, really nice details. I love the power cell, the trigger, the scope (even though it's version 1), and the barrel. This demo model came with version 1 of his scope and I understand Duff is working on a newer, more improved model. I'd like to see the final scope as there may be some more details in the final product. This version looks great and the scope adjustment knobs really look cool! See pics below... SUMMARY: I cannot say enough good things about this blaster and the skill that went into making it. Of the blasters I own, this would be my favorite, even with the scope as-is...it's just that good. The workmanship and detail that went into creating it really shows Duff's skill and ability to cast and pull a superior product. The flexible rubber material is more solid than the Hyperfirm material and should last a long, long time. To me, this will be a great Biker Scout blaster offering for our BSN community. Well done! Original blaster from LFL: Blaster comparison (in order L-R) -- DUFF, HOTSHOT, SCI-FIRE, and UGP: Side by side comparison -- DUFF (below), HOTSHOT (upper): Side by side comparison SCI-FIRE (below), UGP (upper): Underside comparison -- DUFF (L), HOTSHOT ®: Underside comparison -- SCI-FIRE (L), UGP ®: Right side comparison (DUFF, HOTSHOT, SCI-FIRE, and UGP): Rear view of the blaster (L-R) -- DUFF, HOTSHOT, SCI-FIRE, UGP: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4505Marcel Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 Duffs blaster looks awesome, cant wait to compare it myself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwattsup Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Nice review Jim! Thanks for throwing in all of the comparison shots for reference. I'd love to have one of Duff's blasters as well in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUFF Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Thanks for the review! Hope to have these ready for the troops soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted March 4, 2013 Author Share Posted March 4, 2013 It's a sweet blaster Duff! Also, I just realized this morning that you have incorporated a magnet into the trigger that can be integrated into the holster. That's a nice touch and will help keep it in the blaster holster. Nicely done sir! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUFF Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Yea, rare earth magnet is ingratiated into the hard transistor. The soft transistor doesn't work as well with the magnet so it wont be integrated for that piece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted March 5, 2013 Author Share Posted March 5, 2013 Yea, rare earth magnet is ingratiated into the hard transistor. The soft transistor doesn't work as well with the magnet so it wont be integrated for that piece. Super nice and works like a charm! Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NegativeEleven Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 Duff's is the only one with the visible finger grooves on the front of the handle. Is that screen accurate and no one else has done it, or is it something that's never seen on screen so just a personal choice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUFF Posted March 6, 2013 Share Posted March 6, 2013 The original has slight grooves on the front of the frame but not near as formed as the ones on my frame.. They were added to provide a much better grip on the blaster when trooping. Original screen used Blaster: http://www.proparchi...wars-episode-vi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share Posted March 21, 2013 Update: I received an updated scope for the demo blaster from Duff. This is a really nice cast, with no seams, and very nice details. I added it to the blaster and it looks amazing. Well done Duff! Stay tuned on Duff's progress and production run for this blaster. It's one of the best I have seen or held. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPoopie Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 This was really helpful. I'm just starting out and I'm trying to read as much as I can before putting things together. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonzipper Posted August 22, 2015 Share Posted August 22, 2015 Does Duff still offer this blaster? The Trade Forum thread for this blaster seems to indicate that Duff has been inactive for some time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonzipper Posted August 22, 2015 Share Posted August 22, 2015 Okay. I did manage to find the Negativeeleven's thread on budget blaster afterall. I'd still like to take a look a Lou's blaster offering... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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