Steel targets

[paintman]

I’m thinking about getting some steel targets. I recently bought a sig 365pxl with the Romeo zero. I zero’d it today and while shooting I decided I would really like to set up a good steel range.

Just looking for ideas on where you guys are getting the best deals on steel targets. I was able to find some upper torso 12x20 3/8” steel at rural king but wasn’t sure of the quality. They were $60.

for the time being there will be no rifle shooting. It will be limited to pistol.

 

[Ballstater98]

I've bought from Bobcat Armament numerous times. I've watched him reject a shipment based on quality control. Solid family IN business in Shelbyville.

 

[turnerdye1]

Another vote for Bobcat.

There’s cheaper and lesser quality options online but Id rather support local and know it’s good quality.

 

[tomcat13]

Another Vote for Bobcat.

 

[AllenM]

Bobcat vote here also

 

[paintman]

I did look at bobcat. I guess I will have to wait until they re open. According to their Facebook they will be closed until after oct 26th

 

[ACC]

Bobcat is good but also look into shootsteel.com. They always have a lot of good deals and sales going on

 

[AllenM]

I have also used MGM targets as well and like them

 

[Magyars]

Depending on the distance between you and the target. Railroad steel plates work but they are extremely hard.
Before any lectures begin I have talked to the guys who work the tracks and they said to help yourself so long as you don't go crazy and it's for personal use

 

[bmbutch]

I have purchased from "ShootingTargets7.com" as well as "spartanarmorsystems.com/ar500-shooting-targets/", both thus far have held up really well.

I like the concept of Shootingtargets7 "super lock" hangers, plan on buying some if they have a Black Friday or similar sale, looks like easy way to build a few hanger racks using 1" conduit.

I have bought Powder from Bobcat Armament, was great to deal with, hope to swing by there if I'm up that way in the future.

 

[MrMunster]

Depending on the distance between you and the target.

Having caught numerous jacket fragments over the years, I cannot stress enough the need for safety glasses when shooting steel. I also find that distance is key. Steel Challenge says 7 yds minimum for pistol calibers. Most other shooting sports require +10 yds. For rifle rounds, best to keep it +100yds. And, unless you want holes in your steel, make sure you don't accidentally engage with steel core ammo.

 

[dekindy]

Make It Ring Targets

"Hear what you hit" with our quality crafted selection of AR 500 steel targets and accessories. All of our steel is proudly made in the U.S.A.

makeitringtargets.com

Great Indiana company with outstanding and affordable products.

First I have heard of Bobcat so will take a look. I have several make it ring.

 

[The Bubba Effect]

Another vote for bobcat. I have bought a bunch of steel from him over the years. Good guy, local, good to go imho.

 

[TJ Kackowski]

I also give a nod to Bobcat for steel.

However, for a stand to hang the steel from, I made my own ... here's a link to my current rig ... https://www.indianagunowners.com/threads/shooting-steel-target.480097/#post-8270394

 

[teddy12b]

I bought these brackets online, then a 2x4 and some 3/4" pipes and you can setup an easily moved range in minutes. That solution has worked really well for years.

Recently I was shown these twist lock types of target holders and so hard it's been good: https://www.xsteeltargets.com/products/copy-of-2x4-static-target-holder I haven't used them much, but the advantage of being able to pound in a T-Post and place targets nearly anywhere has been pretty nice. Only issue is when you miss low you can take chunk out of the T-post, and you have to buy their targets that are cut out of those brackets, but their targets are very cheap.

For regular plates I'd also take a look at https://beststeeltargets.com/. They sponsor and support a lot of shooting matches and I like to show my appreciation for that by buying some of their stuff from time to time.

 

[sheepdog697]

Shootsteel.com is pretty good. They always have "discounts".

 

[derrickgoins]

I've got a couple of sets of Bobcat Steel and can't say enough good things. I've also got a set up from TA Targets that's top notch as well. Picked up one of the hostage setups from TA to complement my static torso targets from Bobcat.

www.bobcatarmament.com
www.tatargets.com