Apex ceased operations at the end of 2018. They had supplied darts and boards to the American darting scene or decades.
Apex used to make darts for use on an American style board. They made several different types of darts, and have even made several different types of wooden boards that are a complete departure from the “normal” numbers-based American and pub boards.
The tip and lead weight are the similar to a standard Widdy as well. That, might be the biggest factor that affects the feel and flight of the new dart.
You can find Apex darts in either the No. 1 size or their No. 2 size.
The number ones were the darts that you would use on the traditional American boards in tournament play. They are 5 3/4″ long, so that puts them at the same length as the Widdy and Darto offerings.
The barrel of an Apex No.1 seems slightly smaller than the Darto and Widdy darts, coming in at roughly 1 1/2″ around the thickest part. This gives them a different feel than the other darts.
The barrels are often hotstamped. Mine are hotstamped with Official No.1 – “APEX” Norristown – Penna.
The flights on an Apex are cut into the sharp-edged form, unlike the rounded edges of a Widdy. And, Apex is open to the idea of using as many colors as they can to decorate their flights.
You can find Apex darts with . . . Yellow, Purple, Green, Blue, Red, Orange, Pink, Black, White, and combinations. Mine are “Pittsburgh Steeler” darts, with a white/yellow/black feather combination.
The feathers flights are also smaller than those found on a Darto or Widdy dart, giving the dart a more streamlined profile.
The band between the barrel and the flight sections of the dart is red. That band is actually a piece of thread these days, glued into place, rather than a plastic band.
The barrels themselves are made of white birch.
The lead insert that binds the steel tip to the wooden barrel is different on an Apex than on any other dart. It is “taller” than the others, so instead of being flat and fat it is thinner and reaches more towards the sharp tip.
Besides their No 1 series, they offer a bigger dart for use in playing dartball, their No. 2 dart. Those darts are 7 1/4″ long. The No. 2 series comes in three or four feather flight configurations.
If you’re looking for a set of darts for the traditional American board play, choose the No 1 series.
Apex darts are more expensive than the other American style darts. Because of that, you are more likely to find Dartos and Widdys at a place like your local tavern. Still, there is a loyal crowd of dart shooters that swear Apex darts are more accurate than either the Widdys or the Dartos.
About The Company
Apex was founded in 1912 by Charles High. Originally, they made ladders. That didn’t last long, and within a decade of being formed, the company turned it’s efforts towards the manufacture of dartboards and darts.
In 1946 the company was sold to Robert Glass, who ran operations until he passed away in the mid 80’s. Now (2008), Robert Glass Jr. is at the helm, and they turned out hand-made darts and boards until the end of 2018.
Looking for info on building a dartboard for church league. I played for 30 years, til work interrupted my schedule. A bad car accident and cancer stopped me the last six years wanting to start again.
Would like to build my own board, if you can help supply data. Let me know if there is a cost for directions.
email sent. – bob
I have a bunch of these in my basement. Apex #2 Norristown PA. I’d be open to selling a few of them if any of you guys are interested.
Looking for #2 darts also. And possibly a board. Where can I purchase them?
https://www.wisdartball.com/forsale
check out that link for possible leads.
I have full dozen box of Apex #1 Darts and box of 10 never used for anyone interested in buying. Please contact me.
yes Im interested
How much are you looking for, for all of them and where are you located ?
If you didn’t sell them yet let me know please
Hi,
How much?
By the way, if you’re looking for Apex No. 1 ‘ s . White feathers, check out Gebhardts.com
I happen to have Official Apex No. 1 Tournament Darts. I bought them at J C Penny’s back in the 85′ . Full boxes 2- White, 2- Yellow, 2- Red, 1- Green and 1- Orange. One of these days I’ll be listing them on ebay, they definitely are collectables.
You still have any whites ones ?
Looking for #2 darts, 3 or 4 feathers for a dart league
Contact me and I will get you to the correct person to get your order started.
Is someone else making the Apex Darts? I am from a VFW and we are looking for the #1 red Apex Darts for our Leaque…
check your email box. – bob
Hi Bob,
Do you know where I can get apex #1’s
Nope, the well seems to have run dry. They did stop making them years ago, so we knew sooner or later there would be no more. eBay may be the best place to keep an eye on, they may start coming up there from time to time.
Bob, can you message me. There is another company besides Widdy that is making darts now since Apex has closed shop. The darts are just like Apex darts. They are the #2 style.
The company also refeathers darts.
Looking for 12apex 3turkey feathers number 2darts
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Hello Harry i am also interested in the same No. 2 darts. if you could please contact me I would greatly appreciate it. thank you
where can i buy apex #2 darts ??
I got a box on eBay a few weeks ago. mind you, they were used. Also, Widdy is now making a #2 sized dart.
Contact me, I can help
An archery supply shop.
I am looking for replacement feathers for apex No.2 darts. I have a few dozen which I would like to refurbish. Any ideas?
i have some apex darts
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Is Ebay the only place to find Apex #2 darts? My church is starting a league and looking for darts.
Thanks for any information.
No. There is a new company that is making them. Contact me and I will forward your information to Harry Roecker.