Shooting Targets 7 AR500 Steel Targets Review 16" Gong

This video reviews AR500 Target Solutions' steel targets, highlighting their durability and value. The presenter tests 1/2-inch and 3/8-inch thick targets with various calibers, including 9mm, .45 ACP, 5.56/.223, AK-47, and .308, often at closer distances than recommended. The targets demonstrate excellent resilience, with minimal dimpling or deformation even when exceeding recommended parameters, making them a highly recommended option for shooting enthusiasts.

This video provides an expert assessment of AR500 steel shooting targets, emphasizing the long-term durability and value of higher-quality options. The instructor, with 10 years of experience and extensive use in carbine and long-range classes, highlights that while cheaper targets may fail quickly, quality steel from sources like ShootSteel.com can withstand tens of thousands of rounds over a decade, proving to be a cost-effective investment for serious firearms training.

This video demonstrates the impact of different ammunition types on various steel target plates, highlighting the critical differences in steel composition and hardness. It emphasizes that not all steel targets are created equal, with AR550 proving significantly more durable than AR500. The instructor also shows how target angle affects impact damage, with steeper angles reducing wear.

This video demonstrates the significant differences in performance between AR500 and AR550 steel target plates when subjected to armor-piercing ammunition. The instructor emphasizes that such ammunition should never be used on standard steel targets, highlighting the superior durability of AR550 material, which resisted penetration from M2 AP rounds that passed through AR500 plates. The content serves as an educational tool to help consumers understand target limitations and make informed purchasing decisions.

This video introduces Shooting Target 7's innovative Super Lock system for AR500 steel targets. The system utilizes specialized hangers and conduit to create a stable, bulletproof attachment point, controlling target sway and preventing damage to mounting hardware. It offers a more durable and predictable shooting experience compared to traditional chain-hung targets, with options for both rifle and pistol calibers. The presenter highlights the system's ease of setup, cost-effectiveness, and performance benefits for building a private shooting range.

This review covers the Ultradyne C4 Folding Sights, highlighting their unique concentric circle sighting system designed for intuitive target acquisition. The reviewer, Ivan from Kit Badger, details their performance in a tactical competition and at extended ranges, emphasizing the benefits of flip-up designs for durability and the effectiveness of the circular sight system for rapid alignment. The video also touches on the importance of backup iron sights for optic redundancy and compares the Ultradyne design to traditional iron sights.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.