Stephen Bunting

Let’s go Bunting mental! Stephen Bunting is one of the most popular players in the world of darts, with his instantly recognisable walk on and large following on social media. ‘The Bullet’ has lifted major silverware in the BDO and PDC, winning the Lakeside in 2014 and the Masters in 2024 to assert himself as one of the top stars in the game. Browse our Stephen Bunting darts range for his signature darts and K-Flex dart flights from Target!

Stephen Bunting

Name: Stephen Bunting
Nickname: The Bullet
DOB: April 9, 1985
Home Town: St Helens, England
Laterality: Right handed
Darts: 18g Target signature
Walk-on Song: David Guetta feat. Sia - Titanium
Best achievement: 2024 PDC Masters winner

More about Stephen Bunting

Stephen Bunting has been competing on the world darts stage for more than 20 years now, having qualified for his first World Championship at the Lakeside back in 2004. Then as an 18-year-old, ‘The Bullet’ would go on to make six more appearances in the BDO World Championship, with his Lakeside bow in 2014 ending with him lifting the trophy. Bunting won back-to-back BDO World Masters titles in 2012 and 2013, along with the Zuiderduin Masters in 2012, with the Lakeside crown his biggest success as he defeated Alan Norris 7-4 in the final to become a world champion in the senior ranks for the first time.

Shortly after winning the BDO World Championship, Stephen Bunting made the switch over to the PDC, accepting a tour card to play on the professional darts circuit. ‘The Bullet’ made an immediate impact in the PDC ranks, winning a UK Open Qualifier and reaching the final of the Sydney Darts Masters in his first season. A quarter-final run on his PDC World Darts Championship debut in late 2014 helped earn Bunting a call-up to the prestigious Premier League the following year, where he showcased his skills in front of big crowds in Europe.

In 2021, Stephen Bunting reached the semi-finals of the PDC World Darts Championship for the first time. ‘The Bullet’ has enjoyed a renaissance on the oche in recent years, with a semi-final run at the 2023 Grand Slam of Darts closely followed by his greatest triumph in the PDC to date, winning the Masters in early 2024. In his first PDC major final, Bunting defeated Michael van Gerwen 11-7 to join the PDC major winners roll of honour. After making the semi-finals at Alexandra Palace again in 2025, Bunting earned a call up to the Premier League again, to reaffirm his position as one of the world’s best players.

Stephen Bunting’s Target range

The Stephen Bunting darts range from Target features a selection of products including his signature darts and K-Flex flights.

Stephen Bunting 95K

The Target Stephen Bunting 95K Darts have been created in collaboration with ‘The Bullet’ and reflects his bold playing style and unshakable precision on the oche. The Stephen Bunting 95K barrels are made from high-density 95% tungsten, with the slim-profile barrel including precision-milled micro cuts and a grip-rich red section to offer players the ultimate control with every throw.

Stephen Bunting K-Flex

The Target Stephen Bunting K-Flex Flights are the perfect way to show your support for ‘The Bullet’ with your current darts setup. These flights have a bold red-on-black aesthetic with Bunting’s nickname ‘The Bullet’ printed on them. Bunting’s signature K-Flex flights come in the popular no. 2 shape and in three lengths (short, tweenie and medium).

What Darts Does Stephen Bunting use?

The darts Stephen Bunting currently uses are his signature Target Stephen Bunting G5 Void Darts. The Stephen Bunting Gen 5 Void darts are made from 95% tungsten and have been remachined to meet Bunting's own personal requirements. This dart features finely milled radial grooves and defined grip zones to create a progressive grip that feels confident in the hand.

Bunting’s Gen 5 Void dart is complete with a darkened performance coating on the barrel to create a striking and professional look. The Premier League star uses these darts in an 18g weight, with them being available in more popular weights of 22g, 23g and 25g.

Bunting previously used a 12g weight, which was by the far the lightest weight used by a professional player on the PDC tour. Towards the end of 2023, the former Lakeside champion added six grams to his dart weight, moving from a 12g dart to an 18g dart. This change coincided with Bunting’s surge up the rankings and a return to the Premier League line up in 2025.

Stephen Bunting: Best moments

BDO World Championship 2014

Stephen Bunting fulfilled his dream of winning the Lakeside when he triumphed at the 2014 BDO World Championship. ‘The Bullet’ entered the tournament as the number one seed for the second year in a row, having won back-to-back World Masters titles in 2012 and 2013, and he proved why he was the player to beat. Bunting defeated Jim Widmayer (3-1), Dave Prins (4-0), Rick Hofstra (5-2), Robbie Green (6-1) and Alan Norris (7-4) in the final to become a Lakeside champion for the first time.

PDC Masters 2024

Stephen Bunting became a PDC major winner for the first time in his career after winning the Masters in 2024. A nail-biting 6-5 victory over Ross Smith in the first round set up a clash with the then reigning PDC world champion and world number one Luke Humphries in the last 16. ‘The Bullet’ saw off Humphries 10-7, before wins on the final day against Peter Wright (10-2), Nathan Aspinall (11-1) and Michael van Gerwen (11-7) in the final helped Bunting land the £65,000 top prize.

Stephen Bunting walk on song

The Stephen Bunting walk on song has become very popular with darts fans, with ‘The Bullet’ now walking out to ‘Titanium’ by David Guetta featuring Sia and orchestrating the crowds in a singalong when he steps foot onto the stage. Bunting previously used ‘Surfin’ Bird’ by the Trashmen as his walk on as a nod to people suggesting he looks like Peter Griffin from the animated television show Family Guy, and the song is associated with the character.

FAQs

Which Stephen Bunting darts should I buy?

The Target Stephen Bunting G5 Void Darts are a popular set to buy from this collection. These are the signature darts that ‘The Bullet’ is using on the PDC tour and feature finely milled radial grooves and defined grip zones, meaning players have a progressive grip that feels confident in the hand.

Are Stephen Bunting Gen 5 darts good for beginners?

The Target Stephen Bunting Gen 5 Darts are good for beginners as they come with a full darts setup included with flights and stems so you can start playing straight away. This dart has a moderate level of grip on the front and centre of the barrel, meaning newcomers can experiment with different grip styles to work out what’s best for their own game.

What makes the Stephen Bunting 95K range different?

The Target Stephen Bunting 95K Darts is different to the player’s other darts sets. This elite-level dart set comes in a stylish box and is built to perform at the highest standard, with the 95% tungsten barrel including a grip-rich red section and precision-milled micro cuts. The 95K darts set also comes with two sets of Target Swiss Points and a gold Swiss Point tool.

What weight darts does Stephen Bunting use?

Stephen Bunting uses an 18g dart weight. He previously used a 12g weight, which was by the far the lightest weight used on the PDC tour. Towards the end of 2023, Bunting added six grams to his dart weight, moving from a 12g dart to an 18g dart. This change coincided with Bunting’s surge up the rankings and a return to the Premier League line up in 2025.

What weight darts should I choose?

The dart weight you should choose is a tricky question to answer as the weight each player uses can vary depending on their individual throwing style and grip preference. It is worth experimenting with different dart weights to find the right one for your game.

Do Stephen Bunting 95K darts come with Swiss Points?

Yes, the Stephen Bunting 95K Darts come with Swiss Points. The darts are fitted with 26mm points with an extra set of 30mm points also included in the box.

Are Stephen Bunting darts front-loaded?

The Target Stephen Bunting Gen 5 Darts are front-loaded, with more of the weight positioned towards the front of the barrel.

What grip level do Stephen Bunting Gen 5 darts have?

The Target Stephen Bunting Gen 5 Darts have a moderate level of grip on the barrel, with precision milling towards the front and radial grooves at the centre to create a unique grip for enhanced control.

What accessories match Stephen Bunting darts?

The Target Stephen Bunting K-Flex Flights is the perfect accessory to match with Stephen Bunting darts. These flights have Bunting’s nickname ‘The Bullet’ printed on them and come in the player’s red and black colours.

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