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A slingshot is one of the most satisfying ways to spend an afternoon in the backyard — no batteries, no cartridges, just you, a set of bands, and a target. Daisy’s Bone Collector line takes that simple idea and builds it around steel frames and features aimed at shooters who want real control. If you’re shopping the range, there are three Bone Collector slingshot options to know: the compact F16, the wrist-support B52, and the complete P51 kit. Here’s how they stack up and which one fits you.
Every Bone Collector slingshot shares the same core DNA: a solid steel frame for durability, durable latex rubber tubing for smooth and repeatable power, and a comfortable grip designed to keep your hold steady. All three are built for recreational target shooting and backyard practice, and all are recommended for ages 16 and up. Where they differ is in stability features, portability, and what comes in the box — and that’s what should drive your choice.
The F16 is the most pared-down of the three and the lightest at just under half a pound. It pairs a solid steel frame with an extra-wide fork — that wider gap between the tines gives you a more stable, forgiving shooting window — plus a molded sure-grip handle and a rugged release pouch for dependable shot control. There’s no wrist brace here, which keeps it light and packable.
Think of the F16 as the grab-and-go option: the one you toss in a pack for a hike or hand to someone who wants a straightforward, no-fuss slingshot. It’s also the most affordable of the trio.
The B52 steps up with the feature most shooters notice first: a folding wrist support. That brace braces the frame against your forearm, soaking up movement and making it easier to hold a steady, repeatable draw — which translates directly into better accuracy for target work. Because it folds, you still get reasonable portability when the support isn’t needed.
It rides on a rugged black steel frame with an ergonomic surge-grip handle, runs the same durable latex tubing, and handles both steel and glass ammo. If you want more stability than the bare-bones F16 but don’t need a full accessory kit, the B52 is the sweet spot.
The P51 is the most feature-rich option and the only one sold as a full kit. Its frame is adjustable, letting you tailor the fit, and it combines a flexible wrist support with an ergonomic pistol-grip handle for a confident, controlled hold. It’s the most capable platform in the lineup for someone who plans to spend real time behind the bands.
What makes it a kit is everything that comes with it: a replacement band so a worn set doesn’t end your season, plus two sizes of steel ammunition — 250 rounds of ¼-inch and 75 rounds of ⅜-inch — so you can start shooting immediately and match ammo to the job. For a beginner who wants one purchase that covers everything, or a gift, this is the easy pick.
It comes down to how much stability and how much kit you want. Choose the F16 if you value light weight and simplicity and already have ammo. Step up to the B52 if you want the accuracy benefit of a folding wrist brace without extras. Go with the P51 Kit if you want the most adjustable platform plus the bands and ammo to start shooting the day it arrives — the strongest value for a first-timer or as a gift.
A quick heads-up on availability: at the time of writing, the F16 and the P51 Kit are listed as out of stock on Daisy’s site with a waitlist you can join, while the B52 is the one to grab if you want to shoot this weekend. Stock changes, so it’s worth checking the current status on each product page.
The Bone Collector lineup gives you a clean ladder of choices built on the same durable, steel-framed foundation. The F16 keeps it light and simple, the B52 adds a wrist brace for steadier shots, and the P51 Kit hands you an adjustable frame plus the bands and ammo to get going right away. Match the Bone Collector slingshot to how you’ll actually shoot, add a pair of safety glasses, and you’re set for hours of backyard target practice.
