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Westside DiscsHatchetFairway Driver9/6/-2/1
Gateway Disc SportsAssassinFairway Driver9/6/-1.5/1

Hatchet vs Assassin

How Hatchet and Assassin compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnHatchet -2 vs Assassin -1.5Diameter21.3 vs 21 cm (+0.3)Height2 vs 1.9 cm (+0.1)PlasticsHatchet 20 vs Assassin 17PriceHatchet is cheaper ($5.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Westside DiscsHatchetFairway Driver
Gateway Disc SportsAssassinFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Hatchet
9
Assassin
9
GlideStays aloft
Hatchet
6
Assassin
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
Hatchet
-2
Assassin
-1.5
FadeLow-speed hook
Hatchet
1
Assassin
1
Specifications
Spec
Westside Discs
Hatchet
Gateway Disc Sports
Assassin
Flight rating
9/6/-2/1
9/6/-1.5/1
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-0.5)
Beginner score
53/100
51/100
Est. carry
378 ft
378 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.3 cm
21 cm
Height
2 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
176 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$10.99
$15.99
The Verdict

Hatchet or Assassin?

Main difference: turn (Hatchet -2 vs Assassin -1.5). The Hatchet turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Assassin resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Hatchet: UnderstableAssassin: Understable
Where to buy
Best price
Hatchet
$10.99
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Assassin
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the Hatchet or Assassin more overstable?

The Assassin is more overstable (stability -0.5 vs -1). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Hatchet or Assassin?

A beginner is better off with the Hatchet (beginner score 53/100 vs 51/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Hatchet and Assassin?

Main difference: turn (Hatchet -2 vs Assassin -1.5). The Hatchet turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Assassin resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Hatchet or Assassin?

The Hatchet is cheaper, starting around $10.99 vs $15.99.

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Westside Discs Hatchet vs Gateway Disc Sports Assassin: Flight Nu