We are using HOOKS over 1" rebar to suspend our AR500 targets. The hooks have eliminated the issues with bolts and chains.
I tried some of these, and while they work OK on the pistol range, rifle impacts frequently knocked targets off. We had a local guy modify the design using 3/8" AR500 as the hooks, and now the targets rarely get knocked off. Ours have deeper hooks with the top curling back so as to retain the targets, and the holes in the targets need to be bigger to accomodate the hooks. The local guy quit doing this, so I'm going to have to find another supplier.
IMO, A-572 is going to be too soft. I'm going to suggest that you inquire here
https://www.ebay.com/str/hdsteeltargets
Prices are lower than that other guy and shipping is included. This IS the guy I'm going to contact for my hooks.
AR500 10" Target Hanger Hook 3/4" SCH40 Pipe 1" Tube Round Bar | eBay
Manufactured from new high quality AR500 steel plate made in the USA. You will receive (2) target hangers. Works perfectly with our 3/4" pipe stand and any of our targets! Hang them up by the holes and you're ready to shoot!
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I tried some of these, and while they work OK on the pistol range, rifle impacts frequently knocked targets off. We had a local guy modify the design using 3/8" AR500 as the hooks, and now the targets rarely get knocked off. Ours have deeper hooks with the top curling back so as to retain the targets, and the holes in the targets need to be bigger to accomodate the hooks. The local guy quit doing this, so I'm going to have to find another supplier.
IMO, A-572 is going to be too soft. I'm going to suggest that you inquire here
https://www.ebay.com/str/hdsteeltargets
Prices are lower than that other guy and shipping is included. This IS the guy I'm going to contact for my hooks.
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