Iggy42 Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 In an effort to save some cash in the long run and make my life a little easier at the range I have been thinking of getting a steel target of some kind to practice with. Problem is that as a USPSA shooter I don't have a clue as to what would give me the most bang for the buck so to speak. Basically what I am looking for ideas on is if you had to choose only one steel target to use in your practice sessions, what would you choose? My first thought was a steel version of the USPSA standard cut-out, but I am unsure if that would work well enough with the wide range of target that are used these days (plates, poppers, etc etc etc) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris iliff Posted May 25, 2011 Share Posted May 25, 2011 Get the full size standard USPSA target (with the head). You then can paint circles or popper outlines on it for variety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy42 Posted May 26, 2011 Author Share Posted May 26, 2011 Get the full size standard USPSA target (with the head). You then can paint circles or popper outlines on it for variety. That was what I was thinking, I just didn't know if anyone else had some other insights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norone Posted May 31, 2011 Share Posted May 31, 2011 Get the full size standard USPSA target (with the head). You then can paint circles or popper outlines on it for variety. That was what I was thinking, I just didn't know if anyone else had some other insights. I like the MGMs variety of the IPSC BCC's (is that right?). I can paint them as I want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherwyn Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 My favorite practice steel is a 2/3 scale metric target with the A zone cut out and a separate steel behind the cut out. Gives me instant feed back for anything outside the A -- I usually paint all but the A Yes, I made it myself, but should be easy for any of the steel makers. Sherwyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loki999 Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 My favorite practice steel is a 2/3 scale metric target with the A zone cut out and a separate steel behind the cut out. Gives me instant feed back for anything outside the A -- I usually paint all but the A Yes, I made it myself, but should be easy for any of the steel makers. Sherwyn This is a great idea, do you have a picture? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Recycle paper and targets from matches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlamoShooter Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 (edited) Not any way one steel target will make anyone happy for more than 1000 rounds Do like Flex. says until you can get more steel , Or get more active with a club so that you can use the club steel. Your comment on "Save some cash" , that was funny OH Wait I got an even funnier one. to save "Cash" buy one target from MGM its two targets in one that Spins when you hit it with a good pattern to keep it moving That Target is a "REAL Cash Saver" or bullet sucking device designed by the devil Edited June 1, 2011 by AlamoShooter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Capizzo Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 I know that BJ Norris practiced for awhile with some steel rectangles that were slightly smaller than "A" zone size. Immediate feedback and only "A"'s counted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherwyn Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 My favorite practice steel is a 2/3 scale metric target with the A zone cut out and a separate steel behind the cut out. Gives me instant feed back for anything outside the A -- I usually paint all but the A Yes, I made it myself, but should be easy for any of the steel makers. Sherwyn This is a great idea, do you have a picture? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 The A-zone options that have been mentioned are the only way I'd do much dedicated practice on steel. Other than that, I find I get sloppy shooting on steel. Big steel lets you get away with "just hitting it". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cellguy030 Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 since im not a steel working guy and dont know any...i got some of these... going to hang them with chain from target holders. should last at least a little while. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110700106531 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waxman Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 I had Drazy build me some steel challenge type targets with the 2X4 bracket and springs, But they were the same size as a USPSA A zone. This has really helped me with my rushing the second shot problem. If you can hit controlled pairs from 25 yards on 4 of these every time, you know you are doing things right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supermoto Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 I use 1/2 sized metric targets. They are pistol rated steel, but have lasted for years without any cratering Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bansheex Posted July 2, 2011 Share Posted July 2, 2011 (edited) I made some sets of targets that work very well. I was going to market them, but have not got around to it yet. I have a website setup but that's as far as I have got, and now being out of work I really have to move on that! If interested, shoot me a PM Edited July 2, 2011 by Bansheex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southtexaswoman Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 The range where I shoot won't allow us to practice on anything that does not have at least a 10 degree slant forward. In choosing your target you may need to know if the range you are at has any requirements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Burwell Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 I use the steel A-zone from Nevco available here: Nevco targets Here is a link to their pictureSteel A-zone I know I have sent well over 1000 rounds at mine and I have yet to get bored Nevco's prices are hard to beat, the are a forum sponsor here, and they sponsor a lot of matches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Smith Posted July 7, 2011 Share Posted July 7, 2011 Here is something relatively new. I've shot these with 9mm, .40, .223, and .308 and they are great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bansheex Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 (edited) This is what I came up with. 8" T-1 steel plate thay swings back when hit. All the spatter goes down and back, and and you can use it with cardboard. Edited July 18, 2011 by Bansheex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polizei1 Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 (edited) Just an idea, but if I could do it, I would do this: Option 1) Get a standard USPSA target, cut out the A zone in the cardboard. Get one of those A zone steel targets, or make one yourself. Put the steel behind the cardboard target. That way, if you get anything but an A, you won't hit the steel. If you hear steel, you shot an A. Option 2) Get a standard USPSA target, and an A zone steel plate. Put the plate behind the A zone, but leave the USPSA target alone. With this option, you will be sighting in on the cardboard, not the steel, just like the matches. If you hear steel, you shot an A. Edited July 27, 2011 by polizei1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBoyle Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 I am with Flex on that it is easy to get sloppy with. I only use steel to practice for steel challenge or transition drills. 12" plates are easy to get sloppy on, I recommend 6-8" and don't just keep them at 10yds. Move those puppies back to the 20 or further! Remember to trust your sight picture with steel and do not wait for the visual or audible. If you fall into that habbit you are costing yourself a lot of time, especially if there is a lot of steel or it is a SC Match. I also recommend GT Targets, another sponsor here! That is all I have used and Karl had them to me within 3 days. GT Targets GT Targets BEnos subforum Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chills1994 Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 To our OP, I don't know what Proficiency level you're at... If you can't visually call your shots now, practicing on steel now may actually hurt you in the long run. You can't or shouldn't rely on an auditory feedback or confirmation of a hit. You may engrain a bad habbit. I would suggest going to lowe's or home depot and buying a big roll of brown craft paper and cutting targets out of that if you can't scrounge the shot up ones after a match. Use some quarter inch plywood and cut out a USPSA shaped target Use that as a template and use and an Xactko or utility knife to cut around your plywood template. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabe Athouse Posted August 12, 2011 Share Posted August 12, 2011 Metalman makes A zone plates as well. I like these better than the BCC steel that allowed me to be really sloppy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat Price Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 paper plates make the best steel targets I have ever used... no ding and force you to call shots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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