Description
Grab a couple of these Birchwood Casey holders, add a 2×4 you probably already have lying around, and you've got yourself a rock-solid gong stand that stands up to serious steel work. This is the base-and-upright hardware, not a full kit, which is exactly why it's so handy. You supply the lumber, they supply the muscle, and you end up with a setup you can configure however you shoot.
The holders are cut from AR400 steel, the same abrasion-resistant material used for hard-wearing applications where regular steel would give up early. The base grabs a standard 2×4 post and the upright bracket keeps everything steady, so once you've plunked your board in and capped it with a gong hanger, you're ready to run rounds. It's built to accept virtually any diameter gong, and it plays nice with steel from 3/8" to 1/2" thick, which covers most of the popular gong sizes out there.
Setting Up the AR400 Gong Stand
Assembly is about as simple as it gets. Drop your 2×4 into the base, seat the upright, hang your gong off the top, and go. When the day's done, the whole thing pulls apart and lays flat, so it slides into a truck bed or the corner of the garage without hogging space. No permanent stand taking up real estate, no wrestling with an awkward one-piece frame.
Why Shooters Reach for the 2×4 Gong Setup
Birchwood Casey has been in the shooting target and gun care game since 1948, and this holder setup carries that same practical, no-nonsense approach. Since you're using a cheap, replaceable 2×4 as the backbone, worn or shot-up boards get swapped in minutes for the price of a trip to the hardware store. That makes it a smart pick for anyone who runs a lot of steel and wants a stand that keeps working season after season without babying it.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Birchwood Casey
- Manufacturer Part Number: BC-49048
- UPC: 029057490480
- Material: AR400 Steel
- Color: Black
- Target Type: Base and Upright Holder for 2×4 Gong Stand
- Gong Thickness Compatibility: 3/8" to 1/2"
- Gong Diameter: Fits virtually any diameter
- Post Requirement: One 2×4 post (not included)
- Portability: Disassembles flat for transport
- Shipping Weight: 8.23 lbs
What’s Included
- AR400 steel base
- 2×4 upright bracket
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the AR400 gong stand come with a 2×4 post?
No, the 2×4 post is not included. These are the base and upright holders that grip a standard 2×4, so you supply your own lumber. That's part of the appeal, since a worn or shot-up board is cheap and quick to replace.
What size gongs will the 2×4 gong stand holders work with?
The holders are built to accept virtually any diameter gong, and they handle steel from 3/8" to 1/2" thick. That range covers most of the common gong sizes shooters run. You'll still need a gong and a hanger to complete the setup.
Is the stand easy to move around?
Yes. The holders disassemble flat, so the whole rig packs down and travels easily to the range or back to the garage. Pull your 2×4 out and the steel components lay flat for storage without eating up space.
What makes AR400 steel a good choice for a target stand?
AR400 is an abrasion and wear-resistant steel designed for hard-use applications, so it holds up to repeated impact far better than ordinary steel. That durability means the base and upright holders keep doing their job season after season with basically no maintenance.





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