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Badass Dart Slingers

The 'Steampunk Big Daddy Gun' Revamps Nerf with a Rockin' New Look

— September 29, 2011 — Art & Design
If Nerf rifles could look any more badass than it already does, then it'd look a lot like the Steampunk Big Daddy Gun by Etsy designer 'faustus70.'

The designer has taken the N-Strike Barricade Nerf model and has remade it into the dangerously looking Steampunk Big Daddy Gun. He customized the item with wooden planks from an old chair and wrapped it around the toy to give it an organic look. The earthy aesthetic is then accented by aluminum, which has been riveted onto the wood for support. The top has an access panel just in case the darts get stuck. There's also a scope at the top for those who like shooting with accuracy.

There's only one Steampunk Big Daddy Gun available. So if you want want, I suggest placing an order as soon as possible.
Trend Themes
1. Steampunk Revamping - Opportunity for designers to transform traditional toys into aesthetically appealing gadgets by incorporating popular cultural themes like steampunk.
2. Customized Toy Weapons - Potential for companies to explore the market of personalized toy weaponry, responding to the demand for unique, one-of-a-kind products.
3. Improved Nerf Rifles - Developing Nerf rifles with more powerful and visually striking features will appeal to consumers seeking high-quality, performance-driven toys.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Design - Toy designers can create custom-made toys using unique materials, designs and aesthetics that cater to the growing market of collectors and enthusiasts.
2. Gaming - Incorporating the aesthetic of dart-slingers in games and other media will appeal to audiences that enjoy the aesthetics of steampunk and action-packed toys.
3. Entertainment - Movie and television producers can incorporate unique, visually appealing weaponry in their productions, not only as a visual tool but as a way to captivate audiences and tap into the growing popularity of steampunk aesthetics.
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