Description
The Birchwood Casey Qualifier Spinner is one of those targets that just makes a range day more fun. It stacks three round steel paddles on a single spinning bar, and when a .22 round finds its mark, the paddle flips over with a satisfying clang. No walking downrange, no propping up knocked-over cans, no wasted trips. You hit it, it spins, and you're ready for the next shot.
What Makes the Qualifier Spinner Worth Setting Up
The three paddles come in graduated sizes at 3.625, 2.25, and 1.625 inches, so you can warm up on the big one and work your way down to the little guy as your groups tighten. That built-in progression is why it earns the Qualifier name. It's a great way to sharpen aim for new shooters and still gives seasoned hands something to chase. Each paddle carries a high-visibility Target Spots aiming point, so you get a clear point of focus even at distance.
Built to Take a Beating
The paddles are solid steel at 3/16 inch thick, hung from a welded steel frame that's made for years of regular use. The whole rig stands about 13 inches tall and 10.75 inches wide, with a footrest at the base that lets you stomp the stake into the ground, even when the dirt's packed hard. There are no delicate parts to fuss with, and the spinning design means it resets on its own with every clean hit.
Dialing In With the Qualifier Spinner
This one is set up for .22 rimfire rifles and handguns using soft-nosed bullets, and Birchwood Casey recommends keeping shooters and spectators at least 25 yards back. Stick to standard .22 LR and you'll get a durable, low-maintenance target that turns a box of plinking ammo into hours of reactive shooting. It's a solid pick for backyard practice, teaching kids the fundamentals, or just burning through a brick of rimfire on a lazy afternoon.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Birchwood Casey
- Manufacturer Part Number: 46322
- UPC: 029057463224
- Product Type: Spinner Target
- Mount Type: Standing / Ground Stake
- Caliber: .22 Rimfire (rifles and handguns)
- Paddle Sizes: 3.625 in, 2.25 in, 1.625 in
- Steel Thickness: 3/16 in
- Total Height: 13 in
- Total Width: 10.75 in
- Minimum Distance: 25 yards
- Quantity: 1 Unit
- Shipping Weight: 1.85 lbs
What’s Included
- Qualifier three-disc spinner target with welded steel frame and ground stake
- High-visibility Target Spots aiming points
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I shoot at the Qualifier Spinner target?
It's built for .22 rimfire rifles and handguns using standard soft-nosed bullets. Birchwood Casey recommends against .22 magnums, centerfire calibers, blackpowder, and BB guns on this target. Sticking with regular .22 LR keeps the spinner working well and lasting a long time.
How far back do I need to stand?
The recommended minimum distance for shooters and spectators is 25 yards. Backing off to that range keeps things safe and lets the paddles spin the way they're meant to. It also makes the smaller paddles a genuine challenge to hit.
Does the Qualifier Spinner reset on its own?
Yes. When a paddle takes a hit, it spins around the bar and comes back ready for the next shot, so there's no walking downrange to reset anything. That's the whole appeal of a spinner over knock-down or paper targets.
How does it stay in place at the range?
The frame has a stake at the bottom with a built-in footrest, so you can press it into the ground with your boot. That footrest gives you enough leverage to plant it even in hard or packed dirt. Once it's set, it holds steady through a full session.



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