138 checkout
T19T19D12
138 is a three-dart finish. The standard route is Treble 19, Treble 19, Double 12.
- 3darts minimum
- 20possible routes
- D12finishing double
How to check out 138, dart by dart
- T19Treble 19 scores 57, leaving 81.
- T19Treble 19 scores 57, leaving 24.
- D12Double 12 scores 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T19 | 19 | 119 | 2 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| T19 | 19 | 62 | 1 | No finish, set up for next visit |
| D12 | 12 | 12 | 0 | Next visit |
Finishing on Double 12: a single 12 leaves 12, which is still a one-dart finish on Double 6. That is why even doubles are preferred.