TLDR a more stylish Hammershot with added capacity and slightly slower reload. Limited compatibility with metal kits and overall less reliable for performance focused players, requiring more skill to field. When I saw that Hasbro designed a six-shooter similar to the time tested and reliable Hammershot, the increased dart capacity and low price tag made this blaster an instant buy for me. Even as someone who dislikes Fortnite, I could appreciate the design as it more closely resembled a "Big Iron" than the Hammershot, with a slim profile similar to the Rebelle Sweet Revenge. The best part is that the giant barrel with the Fortnite logo comes detached (be warned that it is not designed to be removed) - though the blaster is somewhat cartoonish looking, I can at least pretend it isn't a Fortnite gun. Due to it’s slimmer and slightly longer design, I had a much more fun time spinning it around my “Big Orange” like a crazed outlaw than the chunky Hammershot, and it overall just feels better in the hand. On a side note, as if the Fortnite logo wasn't enough, the barrel is ridiculously long (you might hit yourself in the face when trying to spin the blaster), and the "front blade sight" is very thicc, to the point where it might be better to have no iron sights at all. However, if you like the look, the inner barrel diameter is quite wide, and should not hinder range in any way. Range and power is also on par with the Hammershot - unsurprising, considering that the internals are nearly identical. However, there are a few differences - a notch has been added to the hammer as a safety mechanism, removing the hair trigger that the Hammershot is well known for. While I do appreciate the reduced chance of an accidental discharge, as this product was designed for 8 year olds, I immediately swapped out the hammer for one from an old Hammershot. For those wondering if this blaster is compatible with the Hammershot metal kits, the hammer seems to fit perfectly fine, but the metal trigger is too fat for the shell of the 6 SH - you will either need to use the intended trigger (might increase wear and tear due to plastic on metal) or dremel out the trigger area. However, due to the grip design, it may not be worth the trouble, as your hand will naturally sit uncomfortably close to the hammer, especially when “fanning the hammer” with a metal kit such as the one from Blasterparts, forcing the user to be extra mindful when performing this technqiue. The 6 SH’s frame, though stylish, can also be a serious detriment to the blaster’s reliability and ease of use. It is easier to jam as sometimes the cylinder can fail to line up with the barrel, especially when firing fast. Furthermore, the front of the frame is obstructive to reloading, as it blocks the chamber that would be most logical to start reloading from. One note about the cylinder is that it does rotate rather freely in comparison to the Hammershot, so the reload is not too bad, and will make a nice ratcheting sound when spun, however it does tend to spin when the blaster is moved swiftly, such as when you are running. When adding electric tape to increase friction between the cylinder and the frame, the cylinder sometimes failed to rotate when priming the blaster, though this might be worth it if you have the patience to find the perfect width. I did not, and for these reasons, I would not recommend this blaster over the Hammershot for situations such as HvZ. Overall, the obstructive frame and grip angle are what I believe hold this blaster back. Though I did not think it was worth devoting the effort to fit a metal kit into this blaster, it is quite nice for the price, and while it is not as reliable as the Hammershot, it feels more like a classic six shooter. For those with skill and knowledge of its drawbacks, this is a great blaster to tag people with while looking really cool doing it, despite technically being a "Fortnite gun".
