what reactive targets ae you using?

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I am getting tired of punching paper. I am looking to purchase a reactive target for my .45 acp and maybe something for .22 lr

Something that moves, makes noise etc........I also want something for some larger centerfire rifles but I am thinking most people make something like a gong. I really have no idea, soooooo what are you using and do you like it.

Thanks all, I hope this is in the right forum
 
I had some steel A zone targets made. They have chain welded to the back of them. They hand from a swing set type structure that has hooks in the back to put the chains on. I plan on getting some full size ones made up,..as the small A zone plates flip and swing after the first shot. It is actually challenging trying to get another A hit before it moves too much. With the full size targets they won't move as much,..so are good for practicing drills and movement. Saves a HELL of a lot of time for practice. With steel I generally only need 45 minutes to 1 hr for a practice. I go threw more ammo...
I guess your best bet is to get some one local to weld something up for you. Make sure it moves a bit ...you don't want pieces of bullet coming back at you.
 
I like clay pigeons on those fork-like holders. Problem is, the main range around my place doesn't allow reactive targets of any type :((probably because various types don't clean up after themselves).
 
I bought two of those orange rubbery reactive targets. (approx. 8 in in diameter) One round, one square.
They do not work well, especially with small calibers. The bullets go right through without moving the target.

We freeze coloured water in milk cartons, then remove the carton b4 shooting them. They blow up real good.
It melts, no mess to clean up. enviro friendly. Geletin also works but takes more prep time.
 
What about those stands that have several round metal discs hinged on a horizontal rod. When hit they flip over and reset by hitting a bigger higher hinged target. Its called Birchwood Casey Gallery $49.99 . I have never bought one because they are only good for .22's.
 
Cinder blocks are a bad idea. I was at a range where rounds were descending on people and leaving massive dents in cars because some guy had set up a couple and kept ricocheting off the edge. Only time I've ever ducked for cover in genuine fear for my life at a range.
 
hungrybeagle said:
Cinder blocks are a bad idea. I was at a range where rounds were descending on people and leaving massive dents in cars because some guy had set up a couple and kept ricocheting off the edge. Only time I've ever ducked for cover in genuine fear for my life at a range.
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Now thats entertainment!
 
Chipdouglas said:
i thought if you were shooting steel at a range it has to be complete encased in wood shrouding any splatter?
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Not everywhere...

Some ranges have to do it with the idea that the shrouding prevents bullet fragments from leaving the range.
 
667 said:
Not everywhere...

Some ranges have to do it with the idea that the shrouding prevents bullet fragments from leaving the range.
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Hmmm. This is interesting. I know there is a 10 meter rule, wonder where one could get a copy of the range rules for their province. I'd much rather shoot reactive targets of my own choice instead of ones the club has setup and made quite awkward to reset
 
Chipdouglas said:
Hmmm. This is interesting. I know there is a 10 meter rule, wonder where one could get a copy of the range rules for their province. I'd much rather shoot reactive targets of my own choice instead of ones the club has setup and made quite awkward to reset
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I have the range Guidlines book from the CFO in .pdf.
It's a 17 page book of "guidlines"...
 
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