Gerwyn Price turned to darts in 2014 after a career in rugby, and within a few years had become one of the most dominant players in the sport. He won the PDC World Championship in 2021, beating Gary Anderson 7-3 in the final to become the first Welsh World Champion and reach World No. 1, and has added three Grand Slam of Darts titles, a World Grand Prix, and two World Cup of Darts wins alongside Jonny Clayton. Nicknamed “The Iceman”, his signature range with Red Dragon has been on the market for years, and the Blue Originals are the design that started it.
This is one of the longer-running entries in Red Dragon’s Price collection, sitting alongside newer lines like his Blue Ice SE and Glacier editions. For players who want the barrel that built the Iceman’s reputation rather than the latest variant, the Blue Originals remain in the current range.
Design and Build
The barrel is 90% tungsten, finished in a striking blue PVD coating over a silver base. It comes in three weights:
| Weight | Length | Diameter |
|---|---|---|
| 23g | 50.8mm | 6.4mm |
| 24g | 50.8mm | 6.7mm |
| 26g | 50.8mm | 6.85mm |
The 24g version covered here uses a slim, tapered barrel with an elliptical nose. Owner feedback on the range has been consistently strong, and Red Dragon’s own review figures for this line run into the hundreds, with a high proportion of buyers saying they would recommend it.
The Grip
The grip uses a modified groove pattern concentrated at the front and rear of the barrel, most visibly the V-shaped groove that runs through the centre section, rather than a uniform ring pattern down the full length. That gives a medium feel rather than an aggressive bite, and it is versatile enough to suit front, middle, or rear grippers depending on where your fingers naturally sit.
What’s in the Box
- Three 90% tungsten Gerwyn Price Blue Originals barrels
- Set of Hardcore extra-thick standard flights
- Set of Nitrotech polycarbonate shafts
The Hardcore flights are built to withstand repeated impact without splitting, and the Nitrotech shafts are a durable polycarbonate rather than a brittle budget plastic, a sensible pairing for a barrel intended for regular use rather than occasional play.
What People Are Saying
The Blue Originals have built up a large body of owner feedback over the years, and the consensus is strongly positive. Buyers consistently praise the barrel’s balance and the versatility of the grip, and the blue finish remains popular with fans of the World Champion branding.
The main practical criticism is price: this sits towards the top end for a 90% tungsten set, and buyers who want the exact same barrel in 22g or 25g will need to look at Red Dragon’s newer Price ranges instead, since this specific line only runs 23g, 24g, and 26g.
Which Players Do They Suit?
The Blue Originals suit players who want a proven, well-reviewed barrel rather than the newest release, and who like a grip that is present without being aggressive. The weight spread across 23g, 24g, and 26g covers most throwing styles without forcing a compromise.
Players on a tighter budget might prefer Red Dragon’s own Amberjack 14, which offers the same 90% tungsten spec at a lower price without the signature branding premium.
The Verdict
The Blue Originals earn their long shelf life. The barrel balance is well regarded, the grip works across different holding styles, and the blue finish has aged well as a design rather than looking dated next to newer releases.
The price sits at the top of the tungsten market, and the fixed weight range means players wanting 22g or 25g need to look elsewhere in Red Dragon’s Price lineup. For fans of the Iceman, or anyone after a genuinely proven barrel rather than this year’s new colourway, the Blue Originals remain an easy recommendation.
About this review
We’ve trawled through owner reviews, forums, and retailer feedback to pull together a consensus on these darts so you don’t have to. We haven’t thrown them ourselves, so individual experiences may vary.