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DiscraftCaptains ThrasherDistance Driver12/5/0/2
Westside DiscsSwordDistance Driver12/5/-0.5/2

Captains Thrasher vs Sword

How Captains Thrasher and Sword compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnCaptains Thrasher 0 vs Sword -0.5Height1.7 vs 1.8 cm (-0.1)Rim width2.1 vs 2.2 cm (-0.1)PlasticsSword 18 vs Captains Thrasher 0PriceSword is cheaper ($14.00 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscraftCaptains ThrasherDistance Driver
Westside DiscsSwordDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Captains Thrasher
12
Sword
12
GlideStays aloft
Captains Thrasher
5
Sword
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Captains Thrasher
0
Sword
-0.5
FadeLow-speed hook
Captains Thrasher
2
Sword
2
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Captains Thrasher
Westside Discs
Sword
Flight rating
12/5/0/2
12/5/-0.5/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Stable (+1.5)
Beginner score
28/100
31/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2.1 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
173 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$24.99
$10.99
The Verdict

Captains Thrasher or Sword?

Main difference: turn (Captains Thrasher 0 vs Sword -0.5). The Sword turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Captains Thrasher resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Captains Thrasher: OverstableSword: Stable
Where to buy
Captains Thrasher
$24.99
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Best price
Sword
$10.99
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FAQ

Is the Captains Thrasher or Sword more overstable?

The Captains Thrasher is more overstable (stability +2 vs +1.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Captains Thrasher or Sword?

A beginner is better off with the Sword (beginner score 31/100 vs 28/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Captains Thrasher and Sword?

Main difference: turn (Captains Thrasher 0 vs Sword -0.5). The Sword turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Captains Thrasher resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Captains Thrasher or Sword?

The Sword is cheaper, starting around $10.99 vs $24.99.

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Discraft Captains Thrasher vs Westside Discs Sword: Flight Number