Nerf Guns or pistols have been most popular among children at any age for decades. Nerf provides a wide variety of huge and small blaster guns, which are fun to play with and have a speed of 2x 3x, which are powerful Nerf guns as compared to small blaster guns suitable for toddlers. These Nerf guns come up with high action, creativity, and entertainment gaming between children, but when we talk about the protection of the child, every parent must consider safety precautions and age restriction factors whenever they buy a toy for their child.

Many Nerf guns consist of small pieces and have darts in them, which cause problems and are considered dangerous while playing or shooting at one another. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the parents to buy them safe and harmless toys.

There are many Nerf toys that are age-restricted and highly suitable for younger children, and they can be safe if you follow the complete guidelines and if children play under their parents' supervision.

Safety Measures to Considered Before Buying Nerf Guns For Youngers

Here are some crucial factors you need to keep in mind while choosing any Nerf gun for your youngster.

  • Age

Check the recommended age, ammunition, and speed of the gun before buying any Nerf gun if your child is younger. Keep in mind every Nerf gun is tested from top to bottom, and come up with warnings for child safety. Always buy small guns with small handles, as they are easy to carry.

  • Small Nerf Guns For Small Children

Also, check the size of the gun. If the gun is small, there Is a possibility of having fewer darts and lower speed. Guns like Nerf N Strike Elite Jolt blaster and Nerf Jolt come with less darts in them. They are small as compared to other loading guns. Moreover, small-size Nerf guns help younger people move freely and maintain their balance. Also, avoid guns that have more darts in them as they increase the chances of choking and eye injuries. Foaming darts 

are also best for toddlers. Blasters with powerful batteries are also a good use of money for toddlers as they are unable to carry them due to their heavy weight.

  • Indoor Game Playing/safe Playing Area

Always buy Nerf guns, which are made for indoor activities. Provide a safe area for your toddlers to play in. Large open areas or backyards and playgrounds can make a better environment to avoid injuries as compared to areas with less space. At the end, make sure to store and pick small pieces away from the children right after playing to avoid choking. Use eye protection glasses consistently to avoid serious circumstances.

  • Easy To Use Blasters Or Nerf Guns

Before buying any Nerf guns, make sure to buy those that have simple blasters because powerful blaster Nerf guns are not for small children cause they are harmful to them. So every time, for your child’s care and concern, use safe and simple guns.

Here Are Some Nerf Guns Mentioned Below Which Are Not Dangerous For Small Children

  • Nerf Bowstrike Gun
  • Nerf N-Strike GlowShot Blaster
  • Nerf N-Strike Elite Jolt Blaster

Nerf Bowstrike Gun

The Nerf bow strike is a little bit different from the glow strike mentioned below. Nerf Now Strike has a pop-up bow arm with a sight from which you can see while taking a target. This sight flips up whenever the prime is pulled back.

This blaster is best for younger people as it is easy to carry and available in a pocket-sized size. The weight is 5.1 ounces. Once the blaster is primed, the sight and bow arms extend out in a military action way and fold back to their position itself. It consists of 3 darts. The speed of the shooting darts is also smoother, which is pretty cool for younger to play. There is nothing harmful in it.

Nerf N-Strike GlowShot Blaster

It’s a pretty simple and cool blaster, just like a bow strike, and not heavy to carry. The weight size is 17.5g, but it contains LED light (green color), which is powered on by batteries by simply pushing the button on the grip. These batteries are only responsible for lighting it. They are not required to shoot the darts. They have no concerns with the blaster. This Nerf glows strike has a blaster for darts, which are very simple to insert. The grip is also small to carry.

 The shooting of the darts is also smoother as compared to larger blasters. It’s fun using this blaster gun due to its lights. Guns with LED lights usually attract the kids, so did you prefer this glow short blaster for your kids or the bow strike mentioned above?

Nerf N-Strike Elite Jolt Blaster

This blaster is perfect for the smallest hands and is very light in weight, easily fitting in a pocket. There is A T-style prime on the back, which is also used for the purpose of the grip because it is a very small grip to hold. The Jolt blaster is small and only has 2 darts, which are easy to insert.

  The speed of the blaster is 59FPS. There are no tactics required for its functioning. It can be available in many colors and is best for small children of age (+3,4). In my opinion, it is pretty cool for the small children.

Final Words

So, we have discussed the best guns, which are not harmful but seem very playful and creative for small children. If still, the question arises: are Nerf guns dangerous for small children? Probably not if you take care of the things and factors which are clearly mentioned above. Nerf guns cannot be dangerous if they are used under parent’s guidelines and supervision. Nerf comes up with many toys with age recommendations and ammunition described on them. The above three completely meet your demand, which I think is the best way to buy according to the age and needs of your child. I am sure this guide help you very much in understanding the Nerf guns, which are safe for younger.

Nadim
Nadim is a passionate gamer, immersing himself in the world of Nerf Guns, Blasters, and various toys from day one. Renowned for his expertise in these toys, he advises parents on selecting the right Nerf guns based on their children's age. Additionally, he shares his insights through articles, shedding light on the fascinating realm of kids' toys.