123 checkout
T20T17D6
123 is a three-dart finish. The standard route is Treble 20, Treble 17, Double 6.
- 3darts minimum
- 51possible routes
- D6finishing double
How to check out 123, dart by dart
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, leaving 63.
- T17Treble 17 scores 51, leaving 12.
- D6Double 6 scores 12 to win the leg.
What if you miss?
Most misses land in the single bed of the number you were aiming at. This is where you'd be left, and how to finish with the darts you have.
| Aiming at | Hit | Leaves | Darts left | Then throw |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 20 | 103 | 2 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| T17 | 17 | 46 | 1 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| D6 | 6 | 6 | 0 | Next visit |
Finishing on Double 6: a single 6 leaves 6, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 3. That is why even doubles are preferred.