About James Wade

James Wade is one of the most successful English darts players of the modern era, with a standout career spanning both the BDO and PDC. With more than 10 major televised titles to his name, Wade has firmly established himself among the all-time greats of the sport.

One defining moment of his career came on his Premier League debut, when he beat a dominant world number one during a famous 44-match unbeaten run, immediately proving he could compete with the very best.

Known as "The Machine", Wade earned his nickname through remarkable consistency. Across more than two decades at the top level, he's changed very little about his game, keeping the same smooth throwing action, stance and barrel setup that have defined his success.

Away from the oche, Wade is often seen as an intense competitor, though fellow professionals regularly describe him as one of the friendliest players on tour. He's also spoken openly about living with bipolar disorder and the pressures of professional darts, including the demands of constant travel. His honesty, resilience and achievements have helped cement his place as one of the sport's true icons.

What Darts Does James Wade Use?

James currently plays with his signature 20g darts, a setup that's remained remarkably consistent for more than 20 years. The straight barrel has become the defining feature of "The Machine" and reflects the consistency that has run through his entire career.

Around a decade ago, Wade made a subtle tweak, adding a micro ring grip to the rear of the barrel while keeping the overall profile and feel almost identical. The even grip pattern lets James spread his fingers naturally across the dart, complementing his smooth, repeatable throwing action.

He completes his setup with short stems and his signature flights, both largely unchanged throughout his career. The result is a simple, proven setup that has helped James Wade remain one of the most consistent performers in modern darts.

James Wade Darts and Accessories

This collection includes the complete range of James Wade darts and accessories, developed in partnership with his equipment manufacturer. You'll find everything associated with "The Machine" in one place, including tungsten steel tip darts at multiple purity levels, dart cases and products from his premium range.

At the heart of the collection is James Wade's iconic straight barrel design. While each generation introduces subtle differences in grip pattern, finish and colour scheme, the proven barrel shape has stayed largely unchanged throughout his career.

Whether you're after James' latest setup or one of his earlier signature models, this range offers equipment inspired by one of the most dependable players ever to compete at the top level.

Why Choose James Wade Darts?

James Wade darts feature a centre-balanced straight barrel with grip running across almost the entire length, making them equally suited to front, middle and rear grippers. The range includes a variety of grip patterns and finishes, letting players choose the level of grip that best suits their throwing style while keeping the same proven barrel profile.

The centre-balanced design also lets players fine-tune the dart's balance through different points, stems and flights, making the setup highly adaptable to individual preference.

Every model in the range follows a design philosophy refined over more than two decades of competing on the biggest stages against the world's best players. Whether you want a smooth, repeatable release or a setup that's easy to customise, James Wade darts offer a proven option for players of every ability.