39 checkout
7D16
39 is a two-dart finish. The standard route is Single 7, Double 16.
- 2darts minimum
- 424possible routes
- D16finishing double
How to check out 39, dart by dart
- 7Single 7 scores 7, leaving 32.
- D16Double 16 scores 32 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D16 | 16 | 16 | 1 | D8 |
Finishing on Double 16: a single 16 leaves 16, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 8. That is why even doubles are preferred.