MEGARMS
KnowNothing
Projectiles striking the 2x4s is not what does them in. Rather it is the downward splatter from the bullet after it hits the target face. It cuts the 2x4 clean in half a few hundred rounds.
AGC steel targets
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Projectiles striking the 2x4s is not what does them in. Rather it is the downward splatter from the bullet after it hits the target face. It cuts the 2x4 clean in half a few hundred rounds.
All my spalling spreads away from the face.
We had some scouts out today. I now have 3 holes through the 2x4 right in the splatter. It was at 100 yards. I think it was the M1 carbine. It was the first time most had used M1 sites. The board is toast.
Just got my steel certification today and bought one of the 12” kits from AGC, thinking about keeping a spare 2x4 with me just in case from reading this.
Do indeed keep a spare 2x4. Also, a rag or a glove isn't a bad idea for handling purposes either. The lead and the copper spall that will inbed itself in the 2x4 is sharp!
MEGARMS
KnowNothing
We sell 2x4s. Lots of them.
I almost bought some steel today (did get the cert!), but apparently they don't sell stands? I was going to do some reduced range work with a 22lr (and my kid).
MEGARMS
KnowNothing
We do not sell stands. You do not even want to know what one of those costs. I will PM you with a possible solution.
What size target are you interested in?
I’ve still got my yellow squirrel for .22’s from 10yrs ago the AGC sold me.
I’m considering building another type as well that fits within the guidelines- looking for one for reduced range pistol caliber carbine at the 52yd point- appreciate any designs or options you can share.
MEGARMS
KnowNothing
This is what AGC Action Shooting buys. The shipping is a killer. $73 delivered.
https://mgmtargets.com/product/steel-challenge-base/
MEGARMS
KnowNothing
They sell target frames. They do not fold, however they break down into two pieces to fit in your car.
https://associatedgunclubs.org/product/target-frame-25/
hammer67
Active Member
if hi jacking thread, I can create new one but looks like have gone off topic a little so here goes. I am steel certified and bought a hanger, target and stand. I wanted to use on 50 yard range with 9mm and 40 pistols. I have shot at a club sponsored event before and they had steel at 15-20 yard range and not in the designated lanes. But online manual says have to use 53-58 using the brackets at 24 yards. Is that correct? Do clubs get exemption? At IDPA matches at AGC definitely shoot steel at closer range. also wanted to have kids shoot 22 at it-think the "ding" makes it a little more interesting for them. But shooting at 24 yards is kinda far for them.
Clubs get exemptions, yes. The thing you need to remember is that spalling is real, and the dudes in the lanes next to you didn't sign up for that. I've gotten smacked with 9mm spalling at surprising distances when action shooting. Even saw a dude get cut up pretty good once, albeit he was the shooter.
Banging steel at 30 with a rimfire rifled zeroed at 25 isn't so hard to do for most new shooters, though... just need a big enough target.
Banging steel at 30 with a rimfire rifled zeroed at 25 isn't so hard to do for most new shooters, though... just need a big enough target.
Are non-AGC members able to buy steel targets from them?
My understanding from orientation is "yes, but you can't use them there". Could be wrong.
MEGARMS
KnowNothing
Sure, why not.
MEGARMS
KnowNothing
Guests of Steel Certified AGC Badge holders are permitted to shoot steel under the supervision of that Badge Holder.
hammer67
Active Member
I was thinking more of kids shooting 22 pistol. My 8" round steel may be hard for them at 24 yards. yeh, the 22 rifle with scope should be no problem for them at 30 yards off bench. The wording in exemptions is a little confusing. one place says only 22 can be shot at less than 100 yards. then next item says pistol caliber long guns and pistols can be shot at 52 yards.
