kamakiri Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Hi Folks! Can anyone tell me the manufacturer of the drop turners or "gravity turners" as seen at the '05 Nationals at PASA Park? I'm interested in getting one. More generally, I'd appreciate any thoughts on which are the best on the market. So far a little internet research has turned up four different manufacturers, ranging from Nevco Targets' $150 model to Speedwell's for $380, with GT and MGM in between. It would be great to hear from anyone with experience with any of these, or with another brand to recommend. Ideally I'd like to find one that's good and reliable and that offers either adjustable timing or a relatively quick exposure. Thanks! Elye A. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherwyn Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Check out www.gunsteel.com Max Davidson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamakiri Posted March 22, 2006 Author Share Posted March 22, 2006 Sherwyn, Thanks-- I'll check out gunsteel. What in particular do you like about their drop turners? E.A. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve J Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Hi Folks!Can anyone tell me the manufacturer of the drop turners or "gravity turners" as seen at the '05 Nationals at PASA Park? I'm interested in getting one. Sorry, can't say. More generally, I'd appreciate any thoughts on which are the best on the market. So far a little internet research has turned up four different manufacturers, ranging from Nevco Targets' $150 model to Speedwell's for $380, with GT and MGM in between. It would be great to hear from anyone with experience with any of these, or with another brand to recommend. Ideally I'd like to find one that's good and reliable and that offers either adjustable timing or a relatively quick exposure.Thanks! Elye A. We have two made by MGM. They're great. They work 100% of the time. There are two exposers to the target or one depending on how you set it. The drop time is not adjustable, but they are 100% reliable and easy to reset. I've seen others that were much more difficult to reset. Sorry, I don't know who made them. One minor point. The tube steel used for the stick holders is pretty soft. Wild shots can be pretty hard on it. That, however, may be the same for everyone else's products too. Hope this helps a little. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherwyn Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Sherwyn,Thanks-- I'll check out gunsteel. What in particular do you like about their drop turners? E.A. I like the short drop and the way it resets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamakiri Posted March 22, 2006 Author Share Posted March 22, 2006 Thanks, Steve. I guess one of the questions I have right now is, are MGM's drop turners twice as good as Nevco's, since they cost twice as much? Are Nevco's pretty mediocre? On their website they show a video of the thing in action and it looks a little wobbly but otherwise fine. I don't mind paying more for a nicer piece of equipment, but if I can get something decent for half the price, why not? I'll definitely think seriously about the MGMs, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhglyn Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 (edited) Elye, Email sent about turner from R and R Racing. Glyn Edited March 22, 2006 by nhglyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve J Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Thanks, Steve.I guess one of the questions I have right now is, are MGM's drop turners twice as good as Nevco's, since they cost twice as much? Are Nevco's pretty mediocre? On their website they show a video of the thing in action and it looks a little wobbly but otherwise fine. I don't mind paying more for a nicer piece of equipment, but if I can get something decent for half the price, why not? I'll definitely think seriously about the MGMs, though. True. I thought it look wobbly too. Shipping may be an issue with Nevco. FWIW MGM's prices include shipping. I've been thinking about for a windmill. I like the one from Gun Steel, but I can get a 4-arm one locally through Scortch at Double Tap. I'd much rather pick up at a match and save the cost of shipping. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HI5-O Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Gunsteel has a spring loaded turner which is fast. MGM ships via post office (slow boat) if shipping charges are an issue, other guys only send by air (double-triple the charges). R&R ones are very reliable. barry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgary Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 +1 on the R&Rs Plus, R&R make a number of turners with devious options - like ones that you can change from appearing once to appearing multiple times by swapping in a different strut. Plus, most of theirs don't actually "drop" - a weight drops to make the target turn, but the target stays at the same height throughout its movement, which makes it usable in a wider variety of circumstances (eg, you don't have to make sure it ends up behind hardcover at the beginning or end of its movement...) Bruce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamakiri Posted March 23, 2006 Author Share Posted March 23, 2006 Thanks for the additional suggestions, guys. Steve, I actually have one of Double Tap windmills, and I'm pretty happy with it. It could be a little sturdier but I thought the price was pretty reasonable, and I like the way the speed is adjustable depending on how you wind the cord and/or set the weights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKyle1 Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Can one of ya'll send me the links to Double tap and Nevco? Thanks. We are just starting a club in my area and are looking for props. Kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokshwn Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 (edited) I'll beg to differ on the R & R drop turner. It is not very reliable at all. One of their targets proved so difficult at three gun nats last year the stage was almost thrown out (all shotgun with slugs?) I will allow that wind was a factor but it was definitely far from reliable. Area 3 ran one last year and I received a reshoot because of its malfunction. That was the only malf on our squad but the RO's stated that it definitely wasn't the only reshoot due to the turner. The reset on them is probably one of, if not the most ridiculous designs as well. The weight must be renegotiated back up through the twisted rod all the while the target frame is trying to smack you in the noggin. This is not to say R and R does not make some good targets it is just that this drop turner design sucks. In my experience MGM targets across the board have proven their reliability and design. In particular their drop turner offers one or two presentations with a drop of only 4 inches. Couple this with the fact that Mike Gibson will absolutely bend over backwards for you in the service area always makes me look towards them first. Good luck, Craig Edited April 12, 2006 by smokshwn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve J Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 We have two MGM drop turners. They're very reliable. They can be set for one exposure or two, but the speed is constant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeidaho Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 (edited) Just in case someone wants to make their own drop turner targets, I have plans. This one has three speeds. Approximately 1 second, 1.5 seconds, and 2 seconds. We have never had a reshoot due to this target. FreeIdaho web page Ken Reed Edited April 13, 2006 by freeidaho Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CenTexSlim Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 Just in case someone wants to make their own drop turner targets, I have plans. This one has three speeds. Approximately 1 second, 1.5 seconds, and 2 seconds. We have never had a reshoot due to this target. FreeIdaho web pageKen Reed Very nice Ken, thanks for sharing. I see a few new projects to takle over the weekend.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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