The Sharpshooter V is generally issued to special Imperial commando units in part due to this light weapon's expense. Regular formations are selectively outfitted with this weapon. Imperial orders for it are kept at moderate quantities. This weapon was in the Imperial inventory around the Battle of Yavin. While the Imperial Military works to prevent this weapon from being sold on the open market, it somehow turned up in the hands of Notsub Security personnel on the planet of Tatooine. Interestingly, BlasTech is permitted to sell a civilian version, the Hunter V that is both less powerful and pricey. Although marketed as a sporting blaster, the Hunter V is popular amongst urban security forces demanding high accuracy weaponry.

    This modified blaster carbine is equipped with a multi-spectrum targeting sight for enhanced accuracy. Infrared enhancers and a micro-computer are part of the sight's construction. These features allow targets to be spotted and zoomed in upon during night conditions, and removes any haze or smoke in the image. Unlike other blasters, this weapon unleashes a tinnier and tighter energy bolt that dissipates more slowly than usual, thereby allowing greater reach. The consequence however, is slightly reduced firepower.