RikersBeard
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Recommendation for good targets for plinking out to about 100 yards. It would be nice if the base is stable and/or can be dug into the ground with ease.
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Targets for Rimfire shooting
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AnarchyBurger
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AR500 gongs are fun. You can get brackets that work with conduit piping to hang them from. Like these:
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AR500 Target Stand 3/4" SCH40 Pipe 1" Round Bar Rod
Pipe/Tube target stand Made from 1/4" AR 500 Steel Plate Our competitors are using mild steel and undercutting us on prices to steal business and fool you! You will receive (2) target stand mounts. Items not included that will be needed are as follows: (4) 3/4" ID pipe or tubing cut to your...
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Gong Hanger Kit - Single or Double Hooks (Parts shown in red)
The fastest and easiest way to mount your target. AR500 construction means it's nearly indestructible!
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I bought these steel brackets for gongs and plates
1/2” or 3/4” rebar make the legs which don’t take up much space in a truck bed or storage. A 2”x4” is the cross bar . eBay has cheaper ones you can use light gauge pipe or wood to make the bar and legs.
If you have a skill saw or chop saw and a drill , it’s pretty easy to make target stands out of scrap wood. If you make the base out of 4”x4”’s or doubled up 2”x4”’s , it’s heavy enough you don’t need stakes and the wind won’t knock it over. There are a bunch of You Tube vids on how to . Even if you buy lumber , it’s half the price of a lighter weight store bought stand.
Caveat: this only works if you have a yard or garage for storage
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Note pricing is for the pair of brackets. No targets, wood or rebar is included in pricing. My pricing maybe be a bit higher. I prefer to use solid material for the legs compared to using pipe like other designs.
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1/2” or 3/4” rebar make the legs which don’t take up much space in a truck bed or storage. A 2”x4” is the cross bar . eBay has cheaper ones you can use light gauge pipe or wood to make the bar and legs.
If you have a skill saw or chop saw and a drill , it’s pretty easy to make target stands out of scrap wood. If you make the base out of 4”x4”’s or doubled up 2”x4”’s , it’s heavy enough you don’t need stakes and the wind won’t knock it over. There are a bunch of You Tube vids on how to . Even if you buy lumber , it’s half the price of a lighter weight store bought stand.
Caveat: this only works if you have a yard or garage for storage
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I am currently using Atlas Target Works targets and stands for the NRL22 matches.
www.atlastargetworks.com
I use the stand with the base legs as opposed to staking into the ground. My only complaint with the Atlas Target Works stands is that the legs are secured by default with cotter pins which tend to come off in use because of bullet ricochet strikes. I've been using wire ties to keep them in place, but this makes them less easy to tear down if you want to tear them down for transport (I keep these stands at the range, so it's not an issue for me).
I used to use JC Steel Targets for NRL22, with home made wood bases so we don't have to hammer the stands into the ground. Putting target stands into the ground gets tedious every match which is why I prefer just stands with legs.
The Midwest Precision stands are really nice, but pricey. If you look at their video on how the design works, it is a sound design. https://midwestprecisionshooting.com/shop
1/4" AR500: Rimfire Targets (.17 HMR, .22LR)
www.atlastargetworks.com
I use the stand with the base legs as opposed to staking into the ground. My only complaint with the Atlas Target Works stands is that the legs are secured by default with cotter pins which tend to come off in use because of bullet ricochet strikes. I've been using wire ties to keep them in place, but this makes them less easy to tear down if you want to tear them down for transport (I keep these stands at the range, so it's not an issue for me).
I used to use JC Steel Targets for NRL22, with home made wood bases so we don't have to hammer the stands into the ground. Putting target stands into the ground gets tedious every match which is why I prefer just stands with legs.
The Midwest Precision stands are really nice, but pricey. If you look at their video on how the design works, it is a sound design. https://midwestprecisionshooting.com/shop
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I have a bunch of Blue Steel Targets for regular target shooting, but for .22 I ordered some Caldwell rimfire spinner targets off Amazon that you stake into the ground and spray paint something visible. Cheap, simple and very effective. It's just for .22 so it doesn't need to be AR500 quality steel.
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- Bolts and chain from a hardware store
- Scrap 2x4s from Home Depot or other hardware store that offers it
Something like this [not mine]....
I am currently using Atlas Target Works targets and stands for the NRL22 matches.
1/4" AR500: Rimfire Targets (.17 HMR, .22LR)
I use the stand with the base legs as opposed to staking into the ground. My only complaint with the Atlas Target Works stands is that the legs are secured by default with cotter pins which tend to come off in use because of bullet ricochet strikes. I've been using wire ties to keep them in place, but this makes them less easy to tear down if you want to tear them down for transport (I keep these stands at the range, so it's not an issue for me).
I used to use JC Steel Targets for NRL22, with home made wood bases so we don't have to hammer the stands into the ground. Putting target stands into the ground gets tedious every match which is why I prefer just stands with legs.
The Midwest Precision stands are really nice, but pricey. If you look at their video on how the design works, it is a sound design. https://midwestprecisionshooting.com/shop
I use this unit. Very compact (legs fit in the shipped “tube” and the targets I just bungee together. You can pic the sizes. Super stable and no need to stick in the ground.
SheepDog45
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I have had Action Targets Rimfire Dueling tree for over 5+ years now. First thing everyone wants to try and shoot at. A bit expensive but worth every penny.
ChestnutBleach
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Dueling trees are cool, no doubt. In the context of rimfire though, IMO, don't think it's a good option; not enough power to flip the paddles.
SheepDog45
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It’s a rimfire dueling tree. Works flawlessly.
ChestnutBleach
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I stand corrected.
desertdave100
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I like shooting the KYL swingers. The 3/4, 1/2 and 1/4" ones can be challenging at 50 yards.
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Each grid is 1 inch. You can see through with an optic instead of walking down range. For example if you are zero’ed for 50 yards; you can test holdovers or optic holdover marks at 100 yards and keep track a little easier?
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Know your limits stuff is fun with rimfire is one of my favorites. The same size targets get harder and harder when you just add more distance.I like shooting the KYL swingers. The 3/4, 1/2 and 1/4" ones can be challenging at 50 yards.
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Know Your Limits Target - Free 2 Day Air - Veteran Made
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I build my own targets. On this one the target sizes are 1" and 3/4" square, 5/8", 1/2", and 3/8" round.
I shoot this at 50 yards. A solid hit on the round targets will spin them around .
This one has 3" circles, I shoot this from 50-100 yards.
The squares on the spinner are 1-1/2 ", shot from 50-100 yards.
The circles are 4" and 5 ", shot from 100 to 200 yards.
I shoot this at 50 yards. A solid hit on the round targets will spin them around .
This one has 3" circles, I shoot this from 50-100 yards.
The squares on the spinner are 1-1/2 ", shot from 50-100 yards.
The circles are 4" and 5 ", shot from 100 to 200 yards.
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