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Birchwood Casey AR500 3/8" Silhouette 3-Hole
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SKU: WX2*0748725
Overview
Built for range work, this steel silhouette target gives shooters a versatile setup for either hanging as a free-swinging gong or mounting in a fixed position. Its bright white powder-coated finish helps the target stand out downrange, while the smooth, burr-free edges add a clean, finished feel. The portable design makes it easy to move between shooting locations when you want a durable steel target for repeated practice.
Why Hunters Choose the Birchwood Casey
3/8" Ar500
Precision laser-cut steel target for
Three-hole Design
Supports gong-style hanging or static
Bright White
Powder-coated finish improves target visibility
Rated Withstand
Up to 3,000 ft-lbs. of
Smooth, Burr-free
Edges for cleaner handling
Key Features
- 3/8-inch AR500 precision laser-cut steel target
- Bright white, high-visibility powder-coated finish
- Designed for chain-mounted gong-style use or static mounting
- Center hole allows secure static target mounting
- Smooth, burr-free edges for cleaner handling
- Portable target design for range use
Best Used For
- Shooters wanting a gong-style target that can hang free-swinging on a chain
- Users needing a static steel target with a center mounting hole
- Range setups where high-visibility white targets are easier to spot
- Hunters and shooters looking for a portable steel target for repeated practice
- Those wanting a smooth-edged, laser-cut target for general target-shooting use
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Bright white high-visibility powder-coated finish |
|---|---|
| Edge Detail | Smooth, burr-free edges |
| Energy Rating | Withstands up to 3,000 ft-lbs. of energy |
| Material | 3/8" AR500 precision laser-cut steel |
| Mounting Options | Holes for chain mounting as a gong-style free-swinging target; center hole for static mounting |
| Portability | Portable |
Pros
- 3/8" AR500 precision laser-cut steel target for shooting practice
- Three-hole design supports gong-style hanging or static mounting
- Bright white powder-coated finish improves target visibility
- Rated to withstand up to 3,000 ft-lbs. of energy
- Smooth, burr-free edges for cleaner handling
- Portable design suits range use and transport
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Requires separate mounting hardware or a chain setup if you want to use the free-swinging gong-style configuration.
- The center-hole option supports static mounting, but the target is not a complete stand or hanging system on its own.
- The bright white powder-coated finish improves visibility, but it may show impact marks over time with use.
- Its 3/8" AR500 steel construction is built for target shooting, but the product is still a dedicated steel target rather than a multi-purpose accessory.
Suggested Comparisons
- Steel shooting targets
- Gong-style hanging targets
- Static target mounts
- AR500 target accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Target chain
- Target hanging hardware
- Target stand
- Eye and ear protection
Frequently Asked Questions
What mounting options does this target offer?
It has holes for mounting on a chain as a gong-style, free-swinging target, and a center hole for mounting it as a static target.
What is the target made of?
The product is described as a 3/8" AR500 precision laser-cut steel target.
Does the target have a visible finish for range use?
Yes. It has a bright white, high-visibility powder-coated finish.
How much energy is it rated to withstand?
The product description states it withstands up to 3,000 ft-lbs. of energy.
Is this target portable?
Yes. The product description lists it as portable, but no additional details are provided about size or carrying method.