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There is something about hitting steel that paper just can't match. The Birchwood Casey World of Targets 8" AR500 Two-Hole Gong delivers that instant audible and visual feedback every time you connect, which means less walking downrange to check your groups and more time behind the trigger. At 8 inches across and 3/8 inch thick, it hits the sweet spot for a target that's big enough to build confidence but small enough to stay challenging as you stretch out the distance.
AR500 is the hardened, abrasion-resistant steel that has become the standard for reactive targets, and for good reason. Instead of cratering or punching through like mild steel does, it stops rounds cold and shrugs off the impact, so the face stays smooth shot after shot. That smooth surface matters for more than longevity too, since a flat plate does a better job directing splatter down and away when you hang it with a slight forward lean. This gong is rated for centerfire rifle and handgun use, and it's made right here in the USA.
The two hang holes up top make mounting simple and let the plate swing freely for that classic gong ring and movement on impact. You can run it off a chain, a cable, or pair it with Birchwood Casey's 2-in-1 Steel Gong Hanger that fits a standard 2×4 post. Buy a few in different sizes and you can piece together your own steel range setup in an afternoon.
Each gong ships with a 3-inch adhesive Target Spot already applied, giving you a clear aiming point the moment you hang it. Keep your distances sensible, generally 10 yards minimum for handguns and 100 yards for rifles, wear your eye protection, and stick to standard jacketed or lead ammo rather than steel-core or armor-piercing rounds. Treat it right and this plate will outlast a whole lot of range days.
It's rated for centerfire rifle and handgun use, so common calibers like 9mm, .45 ACP, .223/5.56, and .308 are right at home. Stick with standard jacketed or lead ammunition and skip steel-core, armor-piercing, or solid copper rounds, since those can damage the plate and increase ricochet risk. Rimfire like .22 LR usually won't carry enough energy to make the gong swing well.
A good rule of thumb is a minimum of 10 yards for handguns and 100 yards for rifles, though many shooters like to give handguns 15 to 25 yards for extra margin. Distance keeps splatter and fragments away from you and anyone nearby. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting steel.
The two holes at the top let you run a chain, cable, or bolt setup so the plate hangs freely and swings on impact. Pairing it with the Birchwood Casey 2-in-1 Gong Hanger that fits a standard 2×4 post is one of the easiest ways to get set up. Hanging it with a slight forward lean helps direct bullet splatter down toward the ground.
Yes, each gong ships with a 3-inch adhesive Target Spot already applied, giving you a bright aiming point out of the box. Over time you can repaint the face with spray paint to reset your point of impact between strings. The bare AR500 steel underneath handles hits just fine without any coating.
| UPC | 029057476040 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 47604 |
| Model | |
| Mount Type | Hanging |
| Product Type | Gong |
| Quantity | 1 |
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