OscarMike Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 I want something like a portable 8" 6-8 plate rack, preferably super cheap! Anyone have any leads? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toothguy Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 http://securefirearmproducts.com/Model_Details.php?modelno=TS50H0&db_table=sfp_products Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Therealkoop Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 Pretty neat, its sometimes hard to tell if Ive hit a static plate unless I paint it every run. Ive had times when I would've bet money I missed but there is an obvious impact mark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OscarMike Posted September 4, 2014 Author Share Posted September 4, 2014 Still pretty pricey. For that cost, I'd rather get one of these: http://store.redstitchtactical.com/steel-targets/red-stitch-plate-rack I'd like to go even cheaper though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdcguns Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 This one is just a few bucks cheaper. http://mgmtargets.com/plate-racks-dueling-trees/econo-plate-rack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdcguns Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 Maybe something like this one? Seems pretty good for $350. They also have a smaller one for $250. http://www.letargets.com/estylez_item.aspx?item=UA-23+STOCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swhiteh3 Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 (edited) I manufacture some very nice AR500 plate racks. They're not quite as cheap as some of the ones here, but it's a heavy-duty plate rack designed for LOTS of heavy usage - comparable to the nicest Bianchi-spec racks. Our racks include features that many charge extra for, like a full width 3/8" AR500 guard plate, 3/8" AR500 targets, quick-pin removable targets, and a remote reset arm and paracord cable. I don't know where you're located, but we manufacture these just north of Charlotte, NC. You can see some pictures of them at: www.facebook.com/BestTargets PM me if you're interested. Edited September 4, 2014 by swhiteh3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 (edited) Keep in mind that you really want quality steel. You are going to be fairly close to this thing and poor steel is a recipient for getting hurt. I'm as cheap price conscious as the next guy, but you shop for the cheapest heart surgery? I've seen enough crappy steel to know I don't want it. Edited to add: This isn't about swhiteh3's post, we were posting at the same time, it is a generic comment on looking for the cheapest steel target. His stuff looks nice Edited September 4, 2014 by Vlad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncledoc Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 check out www.tacstrike.com...not the cheapest, but seems to be quality steel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toothguy Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 The nice thing about the Secure Firearms plate rack is that you set it up your self in about 7-10 minutes. Everything can be stored in the trunk of your car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OscarMike Posted September 5, 2014 Author Share Posted September 5, 2014 Thanks everyone. I'll keep looking around, but that MGM economy one is what I'm leaning towards. It'll probably be an off season purchase at that price! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shooterrdy Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 The guys up at Lead Farm said they would build a plate rack for $375. they were damn nice racks for that price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OscarMike Posted September 22, 2014 Author Share Posted September 22, 2014 Oh yeah? Do you have contact info and a description of the plate racks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonytheTiger Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 The guys up at Lead Farm said they would build a plate rack for $375. they were damn nice racks for that price.I need to know more! I built my own for about $250 but for that price I might have saved myself the building and trial and error time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Don't know that I want to shoot the cheapest plate rack I can find! If I were going to try to have something portable for one man use type stuff I think I would just get some plates with a hook on back and hang them from a long saw horse made out of wood with a protective cover on the front of the long board. Or just don't miss and shoot the wood up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonytheTiger Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Mine isn't even a little portable, like 200lbs of stuck in the ground non portable. And the first thing I learned about using wood in my home brewed target systems is that you may not miss, but if you have a high traffic backyard range like I do, you'll swear everyone else is aiming for the wood. That and jacket/lead fragments chew faster than rabid beavers on ecstacy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.E. Kelley Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 The cheapest plate rack (or the cheapest anything) is the one that lasts, and lasts and lasts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOM Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Well Said Pat, Well Said, I've learn call it being Frugal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billdozer Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Lead farm is tooth and nail amrory, they are forum sponsors I believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDustin Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 (edited) I'm sponsored by a target company called Shooters Element. They have the cheapest rifle targets I've seen. The kit I use for a plate rack is about 13 IIRC per plate and I hang them from a bar. They have complete sets though that are also really cheap. I've been beating the crap out of mine for a while and they don't show any sign of wear. http://www.shooterselement.com/rifle-series-targets/ Edited October 31, 2014 by DDustin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonytheTiger Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Thanks for the link. Prices look decent, any chance they'll be expanding their selection? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDustin Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Yes they've been working on a good bit and he can also do custom stuff I believe. The owner just had a baby a couple weeks ago so he had been slowing down but he'll be coming up with new stuff soon. What did you have in mind? Anything specific? I've been using the mid sized diamonds for rifle pistol and shotgun plate rack work and the mini IPSC torsos for longer range practice. He just came out with a rifle dueling tree which looks pretty cool and I hope to try out soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonytheTiger Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 No nothing specific, the more selection the better is all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meanzbullet Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 Has anyone tried this one from Salute? http://www.salutetargets.com/gravity-plate-rack.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcameron996 Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 Has anyone tried this one from Salute? http://www.salutetargets.com/gravity-plate-rack.html That looks like the same one that we shoot every month at the local action pistol match. It has seemed to stand up well to the abuse. I have seen it shot with everything up to .44 magnum. One dude even used a AMT in .30 carbine. They break a bolt every now and then, but it only takes a few minutes to get it back up and running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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