What type of wood posts are recommended for steel target systems?
All Defense Targets steel target systems are designed for treated or untreated 2x4 wood posts.
For best results when setting up your steel targets, we recommend using 4-foot 2x4s for a stable, portable range setup.
What hardware is required to set up steel targets?
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Strike Face Bracket:
Carriage bolt 1/2"-13 x 1-1/2" and hex nut 1/2"-13.
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Modular Base:
Bolt 5/16"-18 x 1" and hex nut 5/16"-18.
What safety gear should shooters and spectators wear when shooting steel targets?
To safely shoot steel targets, always wear:
- ANSI-approved shooting glasses
- Hearing protection rated for firearms
- Protective clothing
What ammunition is safe for shooting steel targets?
- Use only high-quality duty or service ammunition when shooting steel.
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Handgun ammo: Maximum 1,500 fps.
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Rifle ammo: Maximum 3,200 fps.
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Shotgun ammo: Birdshot and buckshot only.
Do not use armor-piercing (AP), steel core, hardened ammunition, or shotgun slugs on steel targets.
What are the safe shooting distances for steel targets?
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Pistols: Minimum 20 yards from the steel target.
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Rifles: Minimum 100 yards from the steel target.
Always set targets vertically with a proper backstop (recommended 25 ft height) and a clear downrange safety area.
What should I do if my steel target is damaged?
Stop using the steel target immediately if it has deep depressions (> 2 mm) or other visible damage.
Damaged steel targets increase the risk of ricochets and injury and should be replaced.
Does Defense Targets offer a warranty on steel targets?
All sales are final. Products are sold “as‑is” with no warranty.
Buyers assume all risks related to firearm use, steel target safety, and normal target wear.
What safety rules should I follow when shooting steel targets?
Follow NRA Firearm Safety Rules and general steel target safety guidelines at all times:
- Always keep firearms pointed in a safe direction.
- Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire.
- Keep firearms unloaded until ready to use.
- Identify your target and what is beyond it.
- Store firearms securely.
- Never use alcohol or drugs before or while shooting.
Disclaimer
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Defense Targets, LLC will not be responsible for any damage, nor will it be held responsible if you injure yourself or someone else, or damage any property while using or misusing its steel targets or products.
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Use of firearms is inherently dangerous. Any injuries resulting from the use of our products in conjunction with the use of firearms constitutes an assumption of open, obvious risks of injury and/or death.
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Use our targets with the utmost care and caution, and do so at your own risk.
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Any use other than the specified configuration of this product constitutes an assumption of risk for any and all injury, death, or damage done to any persons or property where the product is used.
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Upon using any of our targets, the shooter assumes full responsibility for any and all injuries, death, and/or damages resulting from the application of firearms use to the targets.
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Modification of Disclaimer: Defense Targets, LLC and its officers reserve the right, at their sole discretion, to modify this disclaimer in any manner and at any time, without prior notice.
Any amendment becomes effective immediately upon posting on our website, and your access or use after such posting constitutes acceptance of the amended terms.
