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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z
Unless you have LOTS of buffer space around your range, I don't think AR500 (or any other hard substance) is a good choice for a target. Chance of ricochet is way too high. Many ranges do not allow metal targets.
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Nah. It's very safe. We routinely shoot 1/2 inch AR500 from 50 yards (sometimes less) with .223/5.56 XM193, and pistols from much closer. Eye protection is important however, as sometimes the bullet's jacket will pop back. We hang the gongs at a slight angle. Rarely an issue.