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Lone Star DiscHarpoonMidrange4/3/0/2
Viking DiscsAxeMidrange4/3/0/1

Harpoon vs Axe

How Harpoon and Axe compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeHarpoon 2 vs Axe 1Diameter21.5 vs 21.2 cm (+0.3)Height1.7 vs 2 cm (-0.3)Rim width1.2 vs 1 cm (+0.2)PlasticsHarpoon 9 vs Axe 0PriceAxe is cheaper ($6.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Lone Star DiscHarpoonMidrange
Viking DiscsAxeMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Harpoon
4
Axe
4
GlideStays aloft
Harpoon
3
Axe
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Harpoon
0
Axe
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Harpoon
2
Axe
1
Specifications
Spec
Lone Star Disc
Harpoon
Viking Discs
Axe
Flight rating
4/3/0/2
4/3/0/1
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score
47/100
51/100
Est. carry
254 ft
254 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.5 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.7 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.2 cm
1 cm
Max weight
178 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Harpoon or Axe?

Main difference: fade (Harpoon 2 vs Axe 1). The Harpoon fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Axe finishes straighter.

Harpoon: OverstableAxe: Overstable
Where to buy
Harpoon
$17.99
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Best price
Axe
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Harpoon or Axe more overstable?

The Harpoon is more overstable (stability +2 vs +1). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Harpoon or Axe?

A beginner is better off with the Axe (beginner score 51/100 vs 47/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Harpoon and Axe?

Main difference: fade (Harpoon 2 vs Axe 1). The Harpoon fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Axe finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Harpoon or Axe?

The Axe is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $17.99.

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Lone Star Disc Harpoon vs Viking Discs Axe: Flight Numbers Compar