Description
The Birchwood Casey Ace of Diamonds takes two of the best things about steel targets and rolls them into one. You get the satisfying ring and toughness of a gong paired with the lively, spinning reaction of a moving target. Every hit sends the 8-inch diamond paddle whipping around, and it always settles back facing you thanks to Birchwood Casey's patent-pending mount. No reset trips downrange, no fiddling between shots, just reload and go again.
What Makes the Ace of Diamonds Hold Up
The paddle is cut from 1/2-inch thick AR500 steel, which is the good stuff when it comes to abrasion-resistant target plate. It's rated to take non-magnum centerfire rounds under 3000 FPS at 100 yards and pistol calibers at 25 yards, so it covers most of what folks bring to the range. That extra thickness matters on a spinner too, since these targets tend to catch a lot of rounds once you get into a rhythm.
Setting Up the AR500 Spinner
The whole unit stands on a 20" high by 8" wide by 1.5" deep base, so it's compact enough to toss in the truck and quick to set out at the range or on the property. A fluorescent orange Target Spot comes included to give you a clean aiming point that's easy to pick up against the steel, which helps when you're calling your shots or working on tighter groups.
Why the Diamond Paddle Design Works
The spinning action is what makes this one fun to run. Instead of a flat plate that just clangs and hangs there, the diamond paddle rewards you with instant visual movement every time you land a hit, and it self-corrects back to the ready position. That makes it great for newer shooters who need obvious feedback and for experienced hands who just want reactive practice without the hassle of walking out to reset paper or plates.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Birchwood Casey
- Manufacturer Part Number: BC-47340
- UPC: 029057473407
- Product Type: Spinner Target
- Steel Grade: AR500
- Paddle Thickness: 1/2 inch
- Paddle Size: 8 inch
- Illustration: Diamond
- Stand Dimensions: 20"H x 8"W x 1.5"D
- Mount Type: Standing
- Rifle Rating: Non-magnum centerfire under 3000 FPS at 100 yards
- Pistol Rating: 25 yards
- Quantity: 1
- Shipping Weight: 10.76 lbs
What’s Included
- Ace of Diamonds AR500 spinner target with 8" paddle
- Standing base
- Fluorescent orange Target Spot
Frequently Asked Questions
What calibers can I shoot at the Ace of Diamonds spinner?
Birchwood Casey rates it for non-magnum centerfire rifle rounds traveling under 3000 FPS out to 100 yards, and for pistol calibers at 25 yards. Sticking to those distances and velocities keeps the AR500 paddle in good shape for the long haul. Steel core, armor piercing, and magnum loads are a hard no on any steel target, so leave those at home.
Does the Ace of Diamonds paddle really reset on its own?
Yes. The 8-inch diamond paddle spins hard on impact and then rotates back to face you thanks to the patent-pending mount. You don't have to walk downrange between shots, which is a big part of what makes this spinner so easy to run for a full range session.
Is a 1/2-inch AR500 paddle worth it over a thinner target?
For a reactive target that's going to catch a lot of rounds, the extra thickness pays off. Half-inch AR500 stands up to centerfire rifle abuse far better than thinner plate, so you get a target that keeps its shape and lasts through many more range days.
Does the Ace of Diamonds come with a stand?
It does. The target sits on its own standing base measuring 20 inches tall by 8 inches wide by 1.5 inches deep. It's compact and simple to set up, so you can pull it out of the truck and be shooting in a couple of minutes.




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