Target has spent the last decade building a reputation on player-endorsed darts rather than dartboards, but the TOR shows the same engineering instincts applied to the board itself. It is pitched as a professional-standard board for players who want serious construction without paying premium-tier prices.
The standout idea is the 36XTEN number ring, a genuine attempt to solve the oldest problem in dartboard ownership: the 20 and treble 20 wearing out long before the rest of the board. Combined with ultra-thin wiring and graded Madagascan sisal, the TOR is aimed at players upgrading from a budget board who are not yet ready to spend Winmau Blade X or Unicorn Eclipse Ultra 2.0 money.
Design and Build
The playing surface is 215-MDG grade, 100% Madagascan sisal. Target says the fibres are premium-graded for self-healing properties, meaning the surface closes back up quickly after a dart is pulled out, and the face is sanded for a smooth, flawless finish that also helps the bold segment colouring stay sharp and easy to read.
Early buyer feedback has been positive overall, though a handful of owners have mentioned minor sisal shedding when the board is fresh out of the box, along with occasional reports of slightly uneven firmness across the face. Neither issue appears to be widespread, but it is worth knowing before you unbox one.
The 36XTEN Number Ring
The number ring is where the TOR tries to do something genuinely different. Target’s 36XTEN system lets you rotate the ring ten times, 36 degrees per turn, which spreads dart damage around the full circumference of the board over its lifetime rather than concentrating wear on the 20 and treble 20. The ring’s graphics are designed to be symmetrical, so the board looks the same after any rotation rather than showing an obviously worn segment sitting next to fresh ones.
Why rotation matters more than it sounds
Most dartboards see wildly uneven wear because players aim for the same handful of numbers far more often than others. A standard board eventually develops a soft, chewed-up 20 while the rest of the face is barely touched. A rotating ring spreads that damage out, and because the TOR’s graphics stay symmetrical through every rotation, you do not end up with a board that visibly shows its rotation history.
The Wiring System
Target fits the TOR with an ultra-thin stainless steel wire system, 60% thinner than a traditional wire dartboard. The spiderweb structure removes the external wire legs beyond the scoring area entirely, which is the section of a conventional board most likely to catch a dart travelling at an angle and send it bouncing out rather than sticking.
Thinner wire sitting closer to the sisal means less metal for a dart to deflect off in the first place, and removing the external legs closes off one of the more common routes to a bounce-out around the doubles and trebles.
The Mounting System
The TOR comes with Target’s Peak-Fix adjustable fixing bolts, described as a lock and level system that secures the board to any surface. Adjustable feet on the back of the board compensate for uneven walls, which is a genuinely useful detail if you are mounting on brick, an unfinished garage wall, or anywhere else that will not sit perfectly flat.
What’s in the Box
- Target TOR dartboard
- Wall fixing kit with Peak-Fix adjustable bolts
It is a lean box compared to some rivals that throw in a checkout chart or tape measure, but the fixing kit itself is a genuine step up from a basic bracket, and the adjustable bolts make installation straightforward even on an imperfect wall.
What People Are Saying
Early reviews have been largely positive. Independent reviewers have praised the rotation system, the levelling feet, and how the sisal performs in practice, several noting that the board feels more premium than its price suggests. The wiring has also drawn praise for cutting down on bounce-outs during testing.
The main criticism, echoed by a handful of buyers, is the minor sisal shedding some have noticed early on, along with the odd comment about firmness varying slightly across the face. Given how new the TOR is, the pool of long-term ownership feedback is still building, so it is worth treating durability claims as promising rather than proven.
Who Is This Board For?
The TOR suits players who want a board that plays like something considerably more expensive without the price tag that usually comes with genuine innovation. The rotating number ring is a real practical benefit for anyone who practises often enough to wear a standard board unevenly, and the wiring and sisal are both built to a standard well above entry-level boards.
Players chasing an established competition pedigree, or who want the exact board used on the professional stage, should look at the Winmau Blade X, the current official PDC tournament board. For a mid-range alternative with a longer track record, the Unicorn Eclipse Pro 2 is worth comparing directly against the TOR on price and features.
The Verdict
The TOR is a smart piece of engineering at a fair price. The rotating number ring solves a genuine long-term problem rather than adding a gimmick, the wiring is thin enough to make a real difference to bounce-outs, and the sisal grade is a legitimate step above budget boards.
It is too new to have a long track record, and the handful of early quality niggles are worth keeping an eye on rather than dismissing outright. For a first serious board, or an upgrade from an entry-level bristle board, the TOR is a strong option that punches above its price.
About this review
We have trawled through owner reviews, forums, and retailer feedback to build a consensus on this board so you do not have to. We have not tested it personally, so individual experiences may vary.