Cheap target stand idea

The Firearm Blog has a really cheap way to make a target stand.


https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2019/03/01/diy-cardboard-target-stand-for-less-than-6/


From: The Firearm Blog

Kit Badger Ambush Targets V2.0

Ivan at Kit badger came out with improved target. This target has anatomy drawn, but it fades away as you increase the distance from it. It looks like someone is exposing their side.


You can get your free PDF version from following wbsite
https://kitbadger.com/kit-badger-ambush-targets-v2-0/

Also remember to pick up Kit Badger Anatomy Target
https://kitbadger.com/kbat/


From: Kit Badger

KTAK Target System

Kit Badger looks at the target system that resembles vital human organs

https://kitbadger.com/ktak-target-system/





From: Kit Badger via Soldier Systems Daily

Modular Hostage Target

TWANGnBANG shows the fun you can have with the Modular Hostage Target. HE shares some good points throughout the video on steel targets.


From: TWANGnBANG

Kit Badger's Profile Anatomy Targets

Kit Badger made anatomical targets anyone can print out on Letter size paper. It has either blue or black outline with lighter line depicting anatomy.


The difference is that the target is facing side, usable for targets moving sideways.

You can download it from here
https://kitbadger.com/profile-anatomy-targets/

From: Kit Badger via Soldier Systems Daily

SureFire Field Notes with Tyler Grey

SureFire uploaded another tip regarding using light in low light condition. Tyler Grey offers training courses through Aztec Training Services.



From: SureFire

Shooting steel safety tips

hickok45 goes over some of safety tips you should know about.


Here's a bit of tips
1. Get from a good, reputable source. Good ones use good steel like AR500
2. Place at least 10 yards away
3. if the plate shows dimples, it's time to change

From: hickok45

Autonomous Alloys - Shooting Targets

Autonomous Allies came up with a target system that has magnetic reset mechanism as well as wireless capability. It also has lights at the bottom to indicate hit or not, as well as mobile app for various game settings.

The IndieGoGo Project already met its $100,000 goal, but there are some other options available.

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/autonomous-alloys-live-fire-targets-evolved-games#/


From: IndieGoGo

RSR 'The Noner' steel target

RSR Target worked wth Mike Pannone to make this steel target. It is 7.5" wide, 13.5" high, with 4" head area. USPSA A-zone is 6" wide, 11" high so this target can be used for shooters who want some extra challenge.

Link: https://www.rsrsteeltargets.com/product/066-NONER.html

Price: $175

From: Soldier Systems

Training, targets selection, and target zones

Steve Fisher of Sentinel concepts talks about the issues with target choices and how to train a bit better.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JppK9Rv6lCQ


From: Triggertime TV

AutoTargets Digital Reactive Target System

This is a start up company coming up with a reactive target system that uses tablets as control.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgVXTvA1lZc


There is no pricing yet because they are trying to set up an Indiegogo crowd funding page. You can follow them on Facebook or signup for email notification of the upcoming Indiegogo funding page

From: Auto Targets

IDPA Official Steel Practice Target

IDPA worked with Action Target to come up with the first ever steel practice target

It is named PT IDPA Practice Torso and features zones cut out for COM and CNS area. It can stand handgun rounds as well as rifle rounds at 100 yards.

Some specifications
- As Low As: $339
- Height: 5’ (with recommended 3’ stand)
- Weight: 59 lbs.
- Torso Dimensions: 12” x 25.75” (adjusted for target angle)
- Reactive -0 Square Dimensions: 3” x 3”
- Reactive -0 Circle Dimensions: 6”
- Steel Grade: 3/8” AR550
- Handgun Shooting Distance: 10 yards+
- Rifle Shooting Distance: 100 yards+ using ammunition below 3,000 fps

From: IDPA blog

Dr. Bego Man Ballistic Gel Targets

Everything is awesome
Everything is cool when you get shoot this gel
Everything is awesome when we're having fun

While the name is not really distinctive the look is. DoctorKote is offering a LEGO look-alike ballistic's gel.

According to the description,

Each order comes with TWO Dr. Bego Man targets which includes ONE stand for easy setup. 9.5 (L) x 6" (W) x 1" (H) 10% Gelatin mixture.
FBI Certified 10% Gelatin: $35.00(Pre-order price)

According to Soldier Systems Daily, the regular price will be $45 for FBI 10% gelatin and $60 for NATO 20% gelatin.

Link: http://www.doctorkote.com/#!product/prd15/3454685865/pre-order-dr.-bego-man-ballistic-gel-targets


From: DoctorKote via Soldier Systems

Looking at steel targets

Military Arms Channel looks at what you need to know when you are using steel targets. Safety is important and the video goes over several topics that users should be familiar with.

http://youtu.be/Lc64gdz67u0



From: Military Arms Channel

Hill & Mac Gunworks Reactive Steel Target review

The Firearm Blog has review of Hill & Mac Gunworks Reactive Steel Target. There is detailed write-up as well as videos

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/10/03/review-hill-mac-gunworks-reactive-steel-targets/

From: The Firearm Blog

Shooting targets from around the world

WIRED has an article on shooting targets used by various military forces around the world. This is work of German photographer Herlinde Koelbl.

Link: http://www.wired.com/2014/08/shooting-targets/

From: WIRED

Making sense of steel targets

Action Target has an excellent post explaining what goes in to making a good steel target. They included some slo-mo video of what happens when bullets impact a steel surface and effects of various designs.

Part 1: http://store.actiontarget.com/blog/making-sense-of-steel-targets/

Part 2: http://store.actiontarget.com/blog/making-sense-of-steel-targets-part-2/

From: Action Target

Steel target safety

Shooting Wire reposted an article on how far shooter should be from steel target.

Link: http://www.shootingwire.com/features/228859

From personal experience 10 yards seems to be safe distance for pistol caliber using FMJ ammunition, while 25 yards seems to be minimum for carbines. It is assumed that the steel targets do not have dimples.

From: Shooting Wire

12 fun, budget-oriented plinking targets

Guns & Ammo looks at some ways to stretch your money when you go out to the range. This time on what to use as target.

One thing you can throw in is expired saltines crackers or chips.

http://www.gunsandammo.com/2014/04/14/12-fun-plinking-targets-wont-break-bank/

From: Guns & Ammo

Tat3d targets

This new target system is good for both guns and knives.