My above post was meant to be a five star review, unfortunately my fingers aren't as good at using my iPhone as they're at shooting a slingshot. Because with a slingshot I could've shot five stars no problem
I am in the military and I keep this slingshot with me everywhere I go. It is the lightest most capable slingshot on the market today. With this slingshot and the double loop bands I can shoot accurately enough to take small game in a survival situation. Also using lead ammunition It makes a formal bal it makes a formitable deterrent. The small compact size allows it to be carried up near the unnoticed. Additionally the titanium metal is very tough I have had many fork strikes that would have marred any of my other bands made from steel, aluminum, or G 10. However the titanium forks remain resilient, smooth, and accurate.
Just got a package from Dankung. Fast delivery, 14 days to Indonesia. It's my first factory made slingshot. Usually I made them from natural woods.
comfortable and intuitive slingshot. These slingshot are perfect for large hands. But being fairly narrow they still fit comfortably into a front pocket. The accuracy is superb. Beautiful slingshot. Thank you Dankung
Here is another alternative for the Bat-2. The handle is wrapped down to the pinky hole with Wilson overgrip. The overgrip is a thin wrap that gives a slip-free gripping surface. The tubes are double 2040 with a homemade pouch (2 holes per side). I think I'll keep it this way for a while.
No word kann describe this beautifull slingshot, until you hold it in your hands!
This slingshot is the perfect combination of look, durability and accuarcy.
It is made of thick 440c steel. The color is amaizing and looks great on both sides.
The most important thing I love about it are the grooves on top of the rings. It gives the
shooter the possibility to shoot fast because the tubes are allways aligned at the same
position, no sliping to side by 45° or "gangsta-style" grip, which is a very important thing when
it comes to accuracy also.
This one is an absolutely "MUST HAVE" for any slingshot lover out there, no matter if a collector or
an everyday shooter....
I already have the Ergonomic Dancing slingshot with grooves and i really like it. The Ergonomic Dancing Hunting slingshot is similar but has a bigger size. I like it, it feels very massive in the hand and has a good ergonomic grip. The quality seems to be very good. The only thing i miss, are bandgrooves to fix the bands while drawing back.
Several years ago I purchased the first edition Bat-1 frame and it’s still worthy enough to stay in my collection. This original Bat-1 has a simple loop style handle that is similar to the small DK Palm Thunder. The Bat-2 frame is what I recently received from DanKung and is the subject for this review. The Bat-2 is a fairly new product addition that they now call the “Bat Metal Hunting Slingshot”, likely because the Bat-1 isn’t on their web site these days. This newer style Bat-2 is basically the Bat-1 with what might be called a handle upgrade. The handle is a bit longer and has a contoured shape on the sides to fit the hand better. The pinky hole is still maintained but the handle also has a contour on the bottom that will fit your pinky if you choose to wrap your hand around the grip and forgo using the hole. I found that it works fine with both holding styles.
The DK Bat-2 is a nice little cast stainless frame without fancy spikes and uncomfortable sharp edges. It’s a polished frame with the desirable dished fork tips to hold the tubes in position when shooting. Frames with large rounded fork loops have been known to be somewhat problematic with tubes rolling or positioning differently for each shot. The Bat’s dished fork tips hold the tubes and keep this from happening. I find the forks to be very comfortable for a finger wrap and thumb brace hold. The lower part of the fork loop is nicely rounded to give a sweet spot for the thumb to rest. The loop holes are slightly elongated sideways (ovals) rather than being round in shape. This gives a lower ring profile which I prefer. The handle on the Bat-2 is quite narrow at the top with a ¾” measurement at the neck. I find this works great for a snug finger wrap with my medium sized hands. My preference has always been for a smaller style handle and this one fits the preference. As was mentioned above, the outside edges on the handle form a comfortable barrel shape that flows into a pinky nook at the bottom. You need to see the pictures to fully appreciate the shape. Overall I find the Bat-2 to be both visually pleasing and functional.
The Bat-2 comes with rubber sleeves on the forks and a paracord wrapped handle that stops at the pinky hole. Unfortunately the barreled shape on the handle creates a bit of a problem for retaining the cord. After only a few shots my cord started slipping down the grip. It was easily removed to expose the sweet little handle beneath. The bare handle would be welcome for someone who prefers the slenderness. I found that it shot well without a covering. I also briefly tried a thin tennis racket wrap and this might be the way I go with this frame. Wilson Sports Company has a thin wrap called “Ultra Wrap – Comfort Overgrip” that was designed to be applied over a thicker tennis racket grip. On a stainless slingshot this thin overgrip provides a slip-free surface if you find that your hands get too sweaty for the bare frame. You can wrap the entire handle or leave the pinky hole exposed. The overgrip only costs about a dollar a roll and is simple to apply. One small drop of superglue will keep it secure (no glue on the frame). Another option is to use the supplied tape label to keep the wrap from unwinding.
I mentioned in other reviews that I am a fan of small slingshot frames. The Bat-2 definitely fits into this “small” category. The frame’s fork section is very close in size to the little Palm Thunder. The original Bat-1 had a short handle like the PT but this Bat-2 has a little more length but still falls under 5” overall. The frame is very close in size to the DK General-II and fits my average western hand very well. The frame length provides good leverage without excess handle hanging below the lower edge of my palm.
Measurements
Overall length = 4.90” (125 mm)
Width across frame at fork loops = 3.29” (83.5 mm)
Width between forks (at widest) = 1.73” (44 mm)
Fork loop outside diameter = 0.84 (21.5 mm)
Fork loop inside diameter = 0.44” x 0.35” (11 x 9 mm oval hole)
Width at top of bare handle = 0.74” (19 mm)
Width on outside of bare handle (at middle) = 1.12” (28.5 mm)
Frame thickness = 0.30” (7.5 mm)
Total weight with wraps and tubes = 5.1 oz (145 g)
Metallurgy
Cr = 19.76%
Fe = 71.29%
Mn = 0.78%
Ni = 8.17%
Cr = chromium, Fe = iron, Ni = nickel, Mn = manganese
Metal content was tested with an Olympus GoldXpert analyzer. According to online data, a 304 stainless alloy should have 18-20% chromium, 8.0-10.5% nickel, less than 2% manganese and possibly some traces of non-metals. The balance of the mixture would be iron. The Bat-2 frame seems to be right for the 304 stainless steel claim.
Tubes & Flatbands
Like all DK “looped band” frames, the Bat-2 will easily accommodate the thin Malaysian tubes such as 1632, 2040, and 1745. The skinny Malaysian tubes can be shot with single strand on each side, full doubles, or even in a pseudo taper style (partial doubles). One of my favourite combinations is single 1745s measuring 6 ½” -7” long with 1” loops at the forks. With 3/8” steel ammo this combination delivers 190-200 fps with my 32” draw length and shooting style. The thicker Theraband tubing also works with the Bat’s oval ring holes. I quickly checked some red, yellow and green Theraband examples and they seem to wrap into the fork holes with a good fit. Single strands in these thicker tubings might be a chore to draw but they should work fine. I also checked for flatband installation and found the ½” x 5/16” rubber stoppers (plugs) will easily mold to the fork holes after using a squirt of rubbing alcohol for lube. These plugs will give you the option of Ocularis style install for using narrow flatbands on this frame. The flatbands would be held in place by slipping the plugs into the fork ears and pinning the band between the plug and the inside of the ear. The Bat-2 design has enough room for flatbands up to 5/8” wide.
Overall Opinion
The Bat-2 is a nice little flat (non-ergo) pocket-able frame with a few desirable features that are not found on many other cast frames. Shooting is comfortable with the thumb on the lower fork ring, index finger just below the upper ring and pinky in the dedicated handle hole. I’m still experimenting with my pinky wrapped around the handle rather than in the hole.
The narrow 3.3” fork width allows me to aim at the target using the junction point of the tube and fork while anchoring on the inside of my ear (sideways shooting). This is how I aim all my small frames.
If you like small stainless frames then this one might be worth adding to your list. I’m now thinking about the Black Bat for my next purchase. Ahhh, it never ends
This is a really nice slingshot that has an almost drop-forged appearance, like it was made on an anvil. It feels smaller in overall height than I expected, but that is certainly not unwelcomed. My ring finger fits into the "pinky hole" just perfectly and, for me, that type of hold really seems to stabilize the frame during use. With the way the Frog slingshot comes wrapped, it has a somewhat thick or stocky feel to it. That combined with the ergonomic shape makes the frame really fill up my hand and feel really good. Mine came with two complete band sets and two extra pouches too. I'm right handed and hold the slingshot frame in my left hand, so I bought the Left-hand edition to hold in my left hand. The ordering process was pretty quick and easy too. The time between first contacting Dankung to place my order and delivery of the slingshot in the United States was just about two and a half weeks. Overall, the frog is a really cool and unusual slingshot for a pretty decent price.
The Butterfly is a must have for anyone who likes slingshots. Doesnt matter if
you "just" collect them, or you are going to shoot it everyday,
This slingshot is one of the most beautifull Dankung slingshots. The ergonomic body fits
excellent in hand and the Butterfly "wings" are ideal for pinch grip. This make it to one
of the most comfortable slingshots I have ever hold in my hands.
The one I got has also grooves on top of the rings which allow the tubes to allways get centered
when the shooter has a "gangsta-style" grip oder even holds the slingshot 45°!! This is a very important
"+" for me, so no sliping tubes.
I recommend this slingshot to everyone who is looking for a nice, durable and unique slingshot.... ;-)
As I saw the PIXIU first time on this site, I knew, this slingshot is something special. So I ordered it.
The support of the Dankung team is excellent and I got the PIXIU without any extra shipping costs.
I knew, that the PIXIU would be something special, but as hold it in my hands for the first time, it did
more than just fullfilling my imaginations for a good slingsot.
It is one hell of a solid slingshot and looks very nice.. With its ergonomic body, it just fits perfect in the hand.
What I love most about it, are the grooves on the top of the rings.. This is a very good feature for slingshot shooters with the
"gangsta-style" grip or even 45° holding.. so the tubes allways are aligned and wont slip to side, this is a real Big "+" for this
slingshot.
I can recommend this nice and durable slingshot to anyone who wants a nice, durable, accure slingshot.
It doesnt matter if you are a beginner or a pro, this slingshot wont disapoint you... trust me ;-)
I ordered this tubes for the first time as I was looking for small diameter tubes for
my small frame tube shooter.
I get very good power and accuracy shooting then as full looped with 7mm-8mm steel I never ever want to
miss this tubes again.
Good power, fast and durable.. nice smooth draw...just perfect!!!!
My above post was meant to be a five star review, unfortunately my fingers aren't as good at using my iPhone as they're at shooting a slingshot. Because with a slingshot I could've shot five stars no problem
I am in the military and I keep this slingshot with me everywhere I go. It is the lightest most capable slingshot on the market today. With this slingshot and the double loop bands I can shoot accurately enough to take small game in a survival situation. Also using lead ammunition It makes a formal bal it makes a formitable deterrent. The small compact size allows it to be carried up near the unnoticed. Additionally the titanium metal is very tough I have had many fork strikes that would have marred any of my other bands made from steel, aluminum, or G 10. However the titanium forks remain resilient, smooth, and accurate.
Please send me the right hand version of the black frog slingshot.
Thank you
I am from Scottsdale, USA.
1. Product Delivery: Excellent
2. Shipping Packaging: Excellent
3. Product Quality: Excellent
4. Package Content: Excellent
Just got my third Aiming King. the third one is for my father. Excellent quality and vintage style!!
why don't the rings ha a slot like other slingshots so bands can be easily attached
Just got a package from Dankung. Fast delivery, 14 days to Indonesia. It's my first factory made slingshot. Usually I made them from natural woods.
comfortable and intuitive slingshot. These slingshot are perfect for large hands. But being fairly narrow they still fit comfortably into a front pocket. The accuracy is superb. Beautiful slingshot. Thank you Dankung
its a very nice i love it！！
very solid and extreme functional!! My favorite slingshot!!
Here is another alternative for the Bat-2. The handle is wrapped down to the pinky hole with Wilson overgrip. The overgrip is a thin wrap that gives a slip-free gripping surface. The tubes are double 2040 with a homemade pouch (2 holes per side). I think I'll keep it this way for a while.
... like everytime I forgot the rating.. ofcourse 5x Stars.. Excellent slingshot and work!
No word kann describe this beautifull slingshot, until you hold it in your hands!
This slingshot is the perfect combination of look, durability and accuarcy.
It is made of thick 440c steel. The color is amaizing and looks great on both sides.
The most important thing I love about it are the grooves on top of the rings. It gives the
shooter the possibility to shoot fast because the tubes are allways aligned at the same
position, no sliping to side by 45° or "gangsta-style" grip, which is a very important thing when
it comes to accuracy also.
This one is an absolutely "MUST HAVE" for any slingshot lover out there, no matter if a collector or
an everyday shooter....
Love it ;-)
I already have the Ergonomic Dancing slingshot with grooves and i really like it. The Ergonomic Dancing Hunting slingshot is similar but has a bigger size. I like it, it feels very massive in the hand and has a good ergonomic grip. The quality seems to be very good. The only thing i miss, are bandgrooves to fix the bands while drawing back.
Pic 1 --- Bat-1 and Bat-2 handles wrapped with Wilson brand "Overgrip".
Pic 2 --- Bat-2 as it arrived from DanKung with paracord on the handle.
Several years ago I purchased the first edition Bat-1 frame and it’s still worthy enough to stay in my collection. This original Bat-1 has a simple loop style handle that is similar to the small DK Palm Thunder. The Bat-2 frame is what I recently received from DanKung and is the subject for this review. The Bat-2 is a fairly new product addition that they now call the “Bat Metal Hunting Slingshot”, likely because the Bat-1 isn’t on their web site these days. This newer style Bat-2 is basically the Bat-1 with what might be called a handle upgrade. The handle is a bit longer and has a contoured shape on the sides to fit the hand better. The pinky hole is still maintained but the handle also has a contour on the bottom that will fit your pinky if you choose to wrap your hand around the grip and forgo using the hole. I found that it works fine with both holding styles.
The DK Bat-2 is a nice little cast stainless frame without fancy spikes and uncomfortable sharp edges. It’s a polished frame with the desirable dished fork tips to hold the tubes in position when shooting. Frames with large rounded fork loops have been known to be somewhat problematic with tubes rolling or positioning differently for each shot. The Bat’s dished fork tips hold the tubes and keep this from happening. I find the forks to be very comfortable for a finger wrap and thumb brace hold. The lower part of the fork loop is nicely rounded to give a sweet spot for the thumb to rest. The loop holes are slightly elongated sideways (ovals) rather than being round in shape. This gives a lower ring profile which I prefer. The handle on the Bat-2 is quite narrow at the top with a ¾” measurement at the neck. I find this works great for a snug finger wrap with my medium sized hands. My preference has always been for a smaller style handle and this one fits the preference. As was mentioned above, the outside edges on the handle form a comfortable barrel shape that flows into a pinky nook at the bottom. You need to see the pictures to fully appreciate the shape. Overall I find the Bat-2 to be both visually pleasing and functional.
The Bat-2 comes with rubber sleeves on the forks and a paracord wrapped handle that stops at the pinky hole. Unfortunately the barreled shape on the handle creates a bit of a problem for retaining the cord. After only a few shots my cord started slipping down the grip. It was easily removed to expose the sweet little handle beneath. The bare handle would be welcome for someone who prefers the slenderness. I found that it shot well without a covering. I also briefly tried a thin tennis racket wrap and this might be the way I go with this frame. Wilson Sports Company has a thin wrap called “Ultra Wrap – Comfort Overgrip” that was designed to be applied over a thicker tennis racket grip. On a stainless slingshot this thin overgrip provides a slip-free surface if you find that your hands get too sweaty for the bare frame. You can wrap the entire handle or leave the pinky hole exposed. The overgrip only costs about a dollar a roll and is simple to apply. One small drop of superglue will keep it secure (no glue on the frame). Another option is to use the supplied tape label to keep the wrap from unwinding.
I mentioned in other reviews that I am a fan of small slingshot frames. The Bat-2 definitely fits into this “small” category. The frame’s fork section is very close in size to the little Palm Thunder. The original Bat-1 had a short handle like the PT but this Bat-2 has a little more length but still falls under 5” overall. The frame is very close in size to the DK General-II and fits my average western hand very well. The frame length provides good leverage without excess handle hanging below the lower edge of my palm.
Measurements
Overall length = 4.90” (125 mm)
Width across frame at fork loops = 3.29” (83.5 mm)
Width between forks (at widest) = 1.73” (44 mm)
Fork loop outside diameter = 0.84 (21.5 mm)
Fork loop inside diameter = 0.44” x 0.35” (11 x 9 mm oval hole)
Width at top of bare handle = 0.74” (19 mm)
Width on outside of bare handle (at middle) = 1.12” (28.5 mm)
Frame thickness = 0.30” (7.5 mm)
Total weight with wraps and tubes = 5.1 oz (145 g)
Metallurgy
Cr = 19.76%
Fe = 71.29%
Mn = 0.78%
Ni = 8.17%
Cr = chromium, Fe = iron, Ni = nickel, Mn = manganese
Metal content was tested with an Olympus GoldXpert analyzer. According to online data, a 304 stainless alloy should have 18-20% chromium, 8.0-10.5% nickel, less than 2% manganese and possibly some traces of non-metals. The balance of the mixture would be iron. The Bat-2 frame seems to be right for the 304 stainless steel claim.
Tubes & Flatbands
Like all DK “looped band” frames, the Bat-2 will easily accommodate the thin Malaysian tubes such as 1632, 2040, and 1745. The skinny Malaysian tubes can be shot with single strand on each side, full doubles, or even in a pseudo taper style (partial doubles). One of my favourite combinations is single 1745s measuring 6 ½” -7” long with 1” loops at the forks. With 3/8” steel ammo this combination delivers 190-200 fps with my 32” draw length and shooting style. The thicker Theraband tubing also works with the Bat’s oval ring holes. I quickly checked some red, yellow and green Theraband examples and they seem to wrap into the fork holes with a good fit. Single strands in these thicker tubings might be a chore to draw but they should work fine. I also checked for flatband installation and found the ½” x 5/16” rubber stoppers (plugs) will easily mold to the fork holes after using a squirt of rubbing alcohol for lube. These plugs will give you the option of Ocularis style install for using narrow flatbands on this frame. The flatbands would be held in place by slipping the plugs into the fork ears and pinning the band between the plug and the inside of the ear. The Bat-2 design has enough room for flatbands up to 5/8” wide.
Overall Opinion
The Bat-2 is a nice little flat (non-ergo) pocket-able frame with a few desirable features that are not found on many other cast frames. Shooting is comfortable with the thumb on the lower fork ring, index finger just below the upper ring and pinky in the dedicated handle hole. I’m still experimenting with my pinky wrapped around the handle rather than in the hole.
The narrow 3.3” fork width allows me to aim at the target using the junction point of the tube and fork while anchoring on the inside of my ear (sideways shooting). This is how I aim all my small frames.
If you like small stainless frames then this one might be worth adding to your list. I’m now thinking about the Black Bat for my next purchase. Ahhh, it never ends
This is a really nice slingshot that has an almost drop-forged appearance, like it was made on an anvil. It feels smaller in overall height than I expected, but that is certainly not unwelcomed. My ring finger fits into the "pinky hole" just perfectly and, for me, that type of hold really seems to stabilize the frame during use. With the way the Frog slingshot comes wrapped, it has a somewhat thick or stocky feel to it. That combined with the ergonomic shape makes the frame really fill up my hand and feel really good. Mine came with two complete band sets and two extra pouches too. I'm right handed and hold the slingshot frame in my left hand, so I bought the Left-hand edition to hold in my left hand. The ordering process was pretty quick and easy too. The time between first contacting Dankung to place my order and delivery of the slingshot in the United States was just about two and a half weeks. Overall, the frog is a really cool and unusual slingshot for a pretty decent price.
Of course 5x Stars ;-)
The Butterfly is a must have for anyone who likes slingshots. Doesnt matter if
you "just" collect them, or you are going to shoot it everyday,
This slingshot is one of the most beautifull Dankung slingshots. The ergonomic body fits
excellent in hand and the Butterfly "wings" are ideal for pinch grip. This make it to one
of the most comfortable slingshots I have ever hold in my hands.
The one I got has also grooves on top of the rings which allow the tubes to allways get centered
when the shooter has a "gangsta-style" grip oder even holds the slingshot 45°!! This is a very important
"+" for me, so no sliping tubes.
I recommend this slingshot to everyone who is looking for a nice, durable and unique slingshot.... ;-)
As I saw the PIXIU first time on this site, I knew, this slingshot is something special. So I ordered it.
The support of the Dankung team is excellent and I got the PIXIU without any extra shipping costs.
I knew, that the PIXIU would be something special, but as hold it in my hands for the first time, it did
more than just fullfilling my imaginations for a good slingsot.
It is one hell of a solid slingshot and looks very nice.. With its ergonomic body, it just fits perfect in the hand.
What I love most about it, are the grooves on the top of the rings.. This is a very good feature for slingshot shooters with the
"gangsta-style" grip or even 45° holding.. so the tubes allways are aligned and wont slip to side, this is a real Big "+" for this
slingshot.
I can recommend this nice and durable slingshot to anyone who wants a nice, durable, accure slingshot.
It doesnt matter if you are a beginner or a pro, this slingshot wont disapoint you... trust me ;-)
I ordered this tubes for the first time as I was looking for small diameter tubes for
my small frame tube shooter.
I get very good power and accuracy shooting then as full looped with 7mm-8mm steel I never ever want to
miss this tubes again.
Good power, fast and durable.. nice smooth draw...just perfect!!!!
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