Diamond Bolt Tips in OSRS A Guide to Crafting and Grand Exchange

If you’re like me, you’ve spent countless hours in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) tweaking your gear to squeeze out every bit of damage possible. One item that’s always caught my eye is Diamond Bolt Tips. These shiny little things can turn your crossbow bolts into absolute beasts, especially for high-level PvM or Slayer tasks. I still remember the first time I enchanted diamond bolts and shredded through a Slayer task—it felt like I was cheating! In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about Diamond Bolt Tips, from crafting them to making bank on the Grand Exchange (GE). Let’s dive in with a conversational vibe, some personal stories, and tips from my years of grinding OSRS.

Diamond Bolt Tips are used to craft Diamond Tipped Bolts, which can be enchanted into Diamond Bolts (e). These bolts have a special effect called Armour Piercing, which ignores a chunk of your target’s defense and boosts your damage. I learned their power the hard way during a God Wars Dungeon run. My team was struggling against General Graardor, and I switched to Diamond Bolts (e)—boom, we started hitting way harder, and we finally got that Bandos Chestplate drop!

So, why should you care about Diamond Bolt Tips?

They’re key for high-damage ranged attacks, especially against tanky bosses like Cerberus or Kree’arra.
They’re tradeable, so you can sell them on the GE for profit.
They’re relatively easy to craft if you’ve got the Fletching level.

Ever used Diamond Bolts (e) in a boss fight? They’re a total game-changer, right?

How to Get Diamond Bolt Tips

To use Diamond Bolt Tips, you first need to get your hands on them. There are a few ways to do this, and I’ve tried them all over my years in Gielinor. Let’s break it down.

Crafting Diamond Bolt Tips

The main way to get Diamond Bolt Tips is by crafting them from Uncut Diamonds. You’ll need a Fletching level of 65 and a Chisel. Here’s how it works:

Grab an Uncut Diamond (you can buy these on the GE or get them as drops).
Use a Chisel on the Uncut Diamond to cut it into 12 Diamond Bolt Tips.
Each cut gives you 7 Fletching XP, which is decent for leveling up.

I remember grinding Fletching to 65 just for this. I sat in Lumbridge bank, chiseling away at diamonds while chatting with friends in my clan. It’s tedious, but seeing those XP drops felt so good. Pro tip: if you’re close to 65 Fletching, eat a Dragonfruit Pie for a +4 level boost. It saved me when I was at level 61!

Buying from the Grand Exchange

If crafting isn’t your thing, you can buy Diamond Bolt Tips directly from the GE. They usually go for around 200-300 gold each, depending on the market. I check the GE prices daily because they can fluctuate. Last week, I snagged 1,000 tips for 250 gold each—total steal!

Monster Drops and Other Sources

Uncut Diamonds drop from monsters like Chaos Elementals or Zulrah, but it’s not reliable. I’ve had better luck getting them from Mining gem rocks in Shilo Village, though the drop rate is still pretty low. If you’re a Skilling enthusiast, you might enjoy this, but I usually stick to the GE for convenience.

What’s your go-to way to get Diamond Bolt Tips? Crafting or buying?

Crafting Diamond Tipped Bolts

Once you’ve got your Diamond Bolt Tips, it’s time to make the actual bolts. This is where the fun starts, and I’ve got a step-by-step process to make it easy.

Step 1: Gather Materials

You’ll need:

Diamond Bolt Tips (12 per Uncut Diamond).
Adamant Bolts (or higher, but Adamant is most common).
A Fletching level of 65.

Adamant Bolts can be made with Smithing (level 73) and Fletching (level 61) or bought from the GE for about 100-150 gold each. I usually buy mine because Smithing is not my vibe.

Step 2: Combine Bolt Tips with Bolts

Use the Diamond Bolt Tips on Adamant Bolts to create Diamond Tipped Bolts. Each set of 10 bolts requires 10 tips, and you’ll get 7 Fletching XP per bolt. I like to do this in bulk at the GE bank—load up an inventory of 140 tips and 140 bolts, and you’ll make 14 sets of 10 Diamond Tipped Bolts.

Step 3: Enchant the Bolts

To unlock the full potential, enchant your Diamond Tipped Bolts into Diamond Bolts (e). You’ll need:

Magic level of 57.
1 Cosmic Rune and 2 Law Runes per 10 bolts.
The Enchant Crossbow Bolt (Diamond) spell.

I once enchanted 500 bolts in one go for a Slayer marathon. My fingers were tired, but those bolts carried me through tasks like nobody’s business. The Armour Piercing effect procs randomly, but when it hits, it’s chef’s kiss.

Using Diamond Bolts in Combat

Now that you’ve got your Diamond Bolts (e), let’s talk about where they shine. I’ve used these in tons of situations, and they’re best against high-defense enemies. Here are my favorite uses:

Bossing: They’re awesome for bosses like Kree’arra or Cerberus, where defense is a big issue. I used them during my first Armadyl kill, and the extra damage was clutch.
Slayer: High-defense Slayer monsters like Steel Dragons or Black Demons melt faster with Diamond Bolts (e).
PvP: In the Wilderness, the Armour Piercing effect can catch opponents off guard. I’ve had some spicy moments in PvP where these bolts turned the tide.

Ever tried Diamond Bolts (e) in PvP? They can be a sneaky way to surprise someone!

When to Use Diamond Bolts (e)

Here’s a quick table to help you decide when to use Diamond Bolts (e) versus other bolts:

Bolt Type	Best For	Cost (GE)	Special Effect
Diamond Bolts (e)	High-defense bosses/Slayer	~300-400 gp	Armour Piercing
Dragon Bolts (e)	PvP, high-damage burst	~1,000-1,500 gp	Dragon’s Breath
Ruby Bolts (e)	High-HP targets	~200-300 gp	Blood Forfeit (HP-based)

Making Money with Diamond Bolt Tips on the GE

One of my favorite things about Diamond Bolt Tips is the profit potential. The GE is a goldmine if you play it right. Here’s how I’ve made bank:

Buy Low, Sell High: Buy Uncut Diamonds when prices dip (around 1,500-2,000 gold) and cut them into tips. Sell the tips for 200-300 gold each. That’s roughly 2,400-3,600 gold per diamond!
Bulk Crafting: Craft and enchant bolts in bulk, then sell Diamond Bolts (e) for 300-400 gold each. I made 1M profit last month doing this over a weekend.
Watch the Market: Prices fluctuate, so use a GE tracker (like GE-Tracker) to spot trends. I check it every few days to time my sales.

Last year, I got lucky and bought 5,000 Uncut Diamonds during a market crash. I turned them into tips and sold them for a 2M profit. Felt like a Wall Street pro in Gielinor!

Have you ever flipped items on the GE? What’s your biggest profit story?

Common Mistakes to Avoid

I’ve made my fair share of blunders with Diamond Bolt Tips, so let me save you some pain.

Not Checking Prices: I once sold 1,000 Diamond Bolt Tips at a loss because I didn’t check the GE. Always compare buy and sell prices!
Forgetting Runes: Nothing’s worse than starting to enchant bolts and realizing you’re out of Law Runes. Stock up beforehand.
Using Wrong Bolts: I accidentally used Mithril Bolts once instead of Adamant. Total waste of tips. Double-check your inventory!

What’s the silliest mistake you’ve made in OSRS? I’m all ears!

Tips for Efficiency

Here are some tricks I’ve picked up to make the process smoother:

Use a Bank Preset: Set up a preset with Chisels, Uncut Diamonds, Adamant Bolts, and Runes. It saves so much time.
Portable Fletcher: If you can get one from Treasure Hunter, it gives a 10% chance to save bolt tips and boosts XP. I’ve saved hundreds of tips this way.
Train Fletching Elsewhere: If you’re not 65 yet, fletch darts or arrows to level up faster. I grinded steel darts to hit 65, and it was way quicker than cutting gems.

Final Thoughts

Diamond Bolt Tips are one of those items in OSRS that seem simple but pack a punch. Whether you’re crafting them to level up Fletching, enchanting bolts for epic boss fights, or flipping them on the GE for profit, they’re super versatile. I’ve had a blast experimenting with them over the years, from my first Kree’arra kill to making millions on the GE. Hopefully, this guide gives you the tools to make the most of Diamond Bolt Tips. So, what’s your next OSRS adventure? Are you hunting bosses or stacking gold? Drop a comment—I’d love to hear your stories!