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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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Westside DiscsPrinceDistance Driver13/5/0/3
Gateway Disc SportsJavelinDistance Driver13/5/0/3

Prince vs Javelin

These 2 distance drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Height1.8 vs 1.7 cm (+0.1)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Westside DiscsPrinceDistance Driver
Gateway Disc SportsJavelinDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Prince
13
Javelin
13
GlideStays aloft
Prince
5
Javelin
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Prince
0
Javelin
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Prince
3
Javelin
3
Specifications
Spec
Westside Discs
Prince
Gateway Disc Sports
Javelin
Flight rating
13/5/0/3
13/5/0/3
Stability
Overstable (+3)
Overstable (+3)
Beginner score
22/100
22/100
Est. carry
450 ft
450 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height≠
1.8 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth≠
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight≠
175 g
175.1 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$17.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Prince or Javelin?

The Prince and Javelin fly almost identically (13/5/0/3). Go with the Prince - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Prince: OverstableJavelin: Overstable
Where to buy
Prince
$17.99
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Javelin
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FAQ

Is the Prince or Javelin more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Prince or Javelin?

Both rate the same for beginners (22/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Prince and Javelin?

The Prince and Javelin fly almost identically (13/5/0/3). Go with the Prince - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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Westside Discs Prince
Westside Discs
Prince
13 / 5 / 0 / 3
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Gateway Disc Sports Javelin
Gateway Disc Sports
Javelin
13 / 5 / 0 / 3
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