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steel target
Steel targets are shooting targets made out of hardened (martensitic) steel, and are used in firearm and airgun sports such as silhouette shooting, cowboy action shooting, practical/dynamic shooting, long range shooting and field target, as well as recreational plinking. They are popular in both training and competitions because the shooter gets instant acoustic feedback on a successful impact, and can often also visually confirm hits by seeing the bullet getting pulverized, leaving a mark on the surface paint, or moving/knocking down the target. Hanging steel plates (colloquially called "gongs") or self-resetting steel targets also have the advantage that the shooter do not need to go forward downrange to tape the targets, making it a good option for shooting ranges that otherwise have electronic targets. Steel targets also are weatherproof, contrary to paper targets, which do not hold up in rain and wind gusts.
Steel target on a stand. This model, just older style base:
Tactical Torso-L
Target plate is in good condition with minor dings on the edges. Vertical part of the stand had a few holes that were patched up (welded). This is a rifle rated target.
A tree target with circular paddle targets, which flip over easily whether you hit them dead center in the middle or on the outside edge. Add magazine change outs, movement, and a secondary target to the mix and you have an endless shooting skills improvement system.
Dueling Tree |...
I have a steel target that I've been lugging around in its original cardboard box, which is falling apart. Has anyone found a durable and convenient way to transport a target, stand and hardware? In case it's helpful, the original box is 30" x 19" x 6", and the whole kit weighs roughly 50 lbs...