metal target

[JaDub]

I finally decided to make a metal target.  After considering many options I decided on a galvanized frame for simplicity and a 20" square 3/8"  400 alloy  hanging target.  Yes, 500 alloy  might be better but the price difference was a consideration.  The frame is finished and I`ll be hanging the target next week.  More to follow.

[gitano]

For what it's worth, I think a slight down-angle reduces 'nagging thoughts' of bullets coming back at me. Especially small-caliber ones.

Looking forward to pictures.

Paul

[j0e_bl0ggs (deceased)]

I have plans for a 1000m x 750mm hardox 500 backing plate 15mm thick.
I will slide the plate into a frame that will angle down and support a target board in front.
It will prolly need wheels and a tow hitch at 88kg (195 lbs.)

Good luck with yours jadub!

[recoil junky]

AR400 works for metal targets quite well. It will show "craters" with bullets fat high velocities, but out past 200 yards there's just a splash from even the 300RUM. Cast bullets don't even faze it. T1 is most excellent for metal targets.

As Paul says, a slight downward angle is good for hanging targets. If your targets "tip over" then turn them slightly so the bullet strike is angled.

RJ

[JaDub]

I`ve figured a way to hang the plate so it will have a downward - back angle.   Very simple.  Hoping to pick up the plate Monday or Tuesday..........  drill a couple of holes and ..............  Wallla !!   I`ll take a few pictures and include them in my next post.  They ARE proud of AR500  !!!!!!!!  

[j0e_bl0ggs (deceased)]

Easy way to get a tilt for hanging is use a couple of eye bolts in the back of the plate and use them to hang the plate.

[gitano]

Can't see second two pictures.

Can't even talk about getting metal up here. If they don't have it in stock, you have to take out a second mortgage for shipping. Dudn't matter if it is aluminum or steel.

Paul

[JaDub]

Zactly !!

[recoil junky]

Nylon wedding (as in lifting or tie down straps) works better. It doesn't seem to care if it gets shot. Weld a couple 3/8" bolts to the back and melt some holes in the webbing and presto.

RJ

[gitano]

Nylon "wedding" - webbing maybe?

Lotta lazy fingers around here lately!

Paul

[recoil junky]

Dyslexic.

RJ

[gitano]

Not buying it. Anybody that can spell dyslexic, can't be.

Paul

[j0e_bl0ggs (deceased)]

I'm using some conveyor belt from a checkout till to hang my gongs, good stuff !

[sakorick]

I'm using some conveyor belt from a checkout till to hang my gongs, good stuff !

What's a checkout till?

[gitano]

When you are at the grocery store, the conveyor belt that moves your groceries toward the checkout "cash register" AKA "till".

Paul