Vintage Duncan Metal Bullet YO-YO Released by Ban Dai in Japan in 2010 Orange
Brand New in original packaging.
Never released in the US.
Bandai Hyper Yo-Yo and Duncan branding, especially popular in Japan around 2011.
It is not a full metal yo-yo, but a plastic one that uses a metal ball bearing.
Here is a breakdown of the Duncan Metal Bullet:
Key Features and Play Style
| Feature | Detail |
| Brand | Bandai Hyper Yo-Yo (often branded Duncan for international release) |
| Material | Plastic (Polycarbonate/ABS) |
| Style | Looping Yo-Yo (2A) |
| Responsiveness | Responsive (Normal pullback/Bind) |
| Axle | Metal Ball Bearing (Size A - Duncan) |
| Shape | Imperial / Classic Shape (Narrow, rounded profile) |
| Purpose | Designed for fast, continuous looping tricks (2A style). |
Evolution of the Looper: It was considered the "next step in evolution" from the earlier Woodbullet model, replacing the fixed axle with a metal ball bearing.
Affordable Performance: Like many models in the Hyper Yo-Yo line, it was designed to be a high-performance, responsive yo-yo that was easily accessible to players, making it excellent for beginners.
Responsiveness: Despite having a ball bearing, its narrow shape and specific response system (friction stickers or pads) ensured it remained responsive.
Very rare.