KNINE OUTDOORSAR500 Steel Target - 1/2 inch Thick Metal Gong Target, Neon Orange Color

I spent a hundred and fifty dollars building a strap hanging metal target bigger than this one. It doesn’t always ring when hit, it sways around.This single vertical 2x4 with an X base of 2x6 can be made in an hour and the hardware attached in minutes. If you destroy the vertical 2x4 it’s easy and cheap to replace. The hardware hangs at an angle the bottom towards the post. The bolt holding the target has a heavy spring that absorbs the bullet impact and resets the target. If you hit it there’s a ring!The metal target is good for.22 7yards, 9mm 25 yards, soft point rifle center fire 100 yards or more. I think it will last quite well as the target protects the hardware. I am happy with my purchase.

I have absolutely put these to the test (I purchased another after seeing the first ones performance), and they have proved themselves worthy! I regularly use these for my training, consisting of everything from 22lr, 9mm, 5.56, and 300 blackout - and they can take it all! Of course, for both safety and longevity; I recommend staying at least 7 yards back from lower caliber (up to 9mm) and 20 yards for stuff like 5.56. These have seen hundreds of rounds and have yet shown any serious pitting. The only thing that WILL inevitably fail, is the hanging bolt face. It is made of a cheaper alloy, and 5.56 and higher calibers will definitely eat it up after awhile. Thankfully, these are easily replaced, and they come with a back up out of the box. Otherwise; 100% worth every penny for the serious shooter who wants to set up their own training ground.

Love this mount. The plate and spring system work extremely well and it has put up with everything we've thrown at it so far. I'm really impressed for the price. Only gripe I might have is that I wish the 2x4 mount was in a 4x2 orientation (or sideways, instead of straight on with the mount). Reason being is my other target stands have the boards showing forward on the side side and this could drop right into the top posts. I had to make an entirely separate mount for just this target, so it's a wish, not a complaint. Just would've been nice, but I can understand if there's a structural reason for it.I would happily buy another one, just maybe slightly larger plate would be nice even if it was a bit more in cost.

My wife and I love shooting, having to constantly buy paper targets was annoying. Bought an ar500 target had someone make me a stand and buy a 2x4 very worth it. Its durability, ease of use, appearance, and performance is great! The value for money is totally worth changing from paper targets!

The plate looks like it is solid. Haven't shot it yet, but it looks fine.The mount on the other hand, is not solid. Looks like Chinese junk and the weld broke just on the initial installation. No way it was holding up to any abuse.I would avoid and go with someone other company.

The steel plate that came in the package looks solid and extra bolt and spring is a plus. I can't say the the same with the metal mount because the weld where the rear bolt goes broke off easily. Otherwise, good product but true test will be on the range see how will the plate hold and if the mount with broken weld will last.Update - The seller customer service addressed the broken weld by sending me a replacement set. Very good customer service!

The product performs as advertised

Great target! Easy to set up and took everything I shot it with. Perfect size for close shots and at great distances. I just keep a can of red or orange paint with me to repaint the target after a lot of use.