124 checkout
T20T16D8
124 is a three-dart finish. The standard route is Treble 20, Treble 16, Double 8.
- 3darts minimum
- 68possible routes
- D8finishing double
How to check out 124, dart by dart
- T20Treble 20 scores 60, leaving 64.
- T16Treble 16 scores 48, leaving 16.
- D8Double 8 scores 16 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 | 104 | 2 | T18Bull |
| T16 | 16 | 48 | 1 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| D8 | 8 | 8 | 0 | Next visit |
Finishing on Double 8: a single 8 leaves 8, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 4. That is why even doubles are preferred.