Paper Plates as Targets

[Kevin J.]

I have been using paper plates as targets for years because I am frugal but was always wanting an easy way to add a bullseye. I have used markers and tape in the past.

Today before going to the range I had an epiphany. Makes it easy to add a nice center dot and the black works good with my red dot optic.

 

[robvious]

I use black target pasters...

 

[coltle6920]

Do you have a printer?

Printable Targets - Print your own bullseye shooting targets

You don't have to print them in color.

In my house paper plates are considered fine china.

 

[Mike SC Hunter]

Cut the bottom out of a Solo cup........Hold it against the center of your plate. ....Spray paint inside the cup..........Instant dot......Any color you choose.

 

[mike4sigs]

Do you have a printer?

Printable Targets - Print your own bullseye shooting targets

You don't have to print them in color.

In my house paper plates are considered fine china.

thanks for the link

 

[coltle6920]

thanks for the link

You're welcome.

 

[coltle6920]

Here's another cheap idea...

Access Denied

They're those 1" stickers to cover up previous shots. $5.99/432pc in black or $4.99/360pc in red.

 

[llowry61]

I didn't even know there was anything for targets other than tin cans and paper plates till I was 18. It was my job to put the electrical tape for the bullseye. 2 stakes a string and clothespins rounded out the kit.

I like the dabber idea. I could steal my wife's Bingo dabber.

 

[Rudi]

I've been using them for years. Simple and cheap.

 

[glenwolde]

I used paper plates for a while. I'd staple them to the backer with a single staple in the bullseye. You knew when you hit it!

Now I print my own but they cost about 23₵ each. I use good paper and toner's not cheap when you're printing big solids.

 

[zeke]

Been using them for close in multiple target shooting, and the purpose doesn't require a center dot. Easy enough for other purposes as is putting a center dot on one. They are affordable and easily available.

 

[Erich]

Bingo marker

 

[WardenRoss]

I get the 100 pack of desert plates at the dollar store.

I keep them in my range bag for backup targets. I just take a case quarter and draw a circle in the center with a Sharpie.

They come in handy at the range when my shootin' partner says "Whatta ya mean we ain't got no targets? I thought YOU were bringing the targets!"


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[DWalt]

I get the 100 pack of desert plates at the dollar store.

I keep them in my range bag for backup targets. I just take a case quarter and draw a circle in the center with a Sharpie.

They come in handy at the range when my shootin' partner says "I thought YOU were bringing the targets!"


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Why not just use a sheet of plain white copy paper instead of a paper plate? Much cheaper.

 

[ColbyBruce]

I have been shooting at store brand versions of OREO, Ritz, and Saltines stuck with peanut butter to a white back found for years. The white background is usually $ store gift wrap paper. Some of the papers even have lines pre-printed for cutting which work well for sight adjustment.

 

[Kanewpadle]

Bingo marker

Jeez, Erich. It called a dauber!

 

[LoadedRound]

If you're using paper plates for targets.....

These are great target holders:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-48-in-Orange-Ground-Mount-Reflective-Rod-31474/304685319

Punch a hole toward the top and bottom of your plate.

 

[Kanewpadle]

I buy 6 inch paper plates at the dollar store when they’re in stock.

I don’t mark them. I figure I’m good if I hit the plate repeatedly.

 

[rwsmith]

8" paper plates are good targets.....

... for self defense training. Just about the size of the critical center of mass.

I bought a box of colored dots from the office supply store. They are good for pasting up holes and marking bullseyes. (I have more difficulty seeing bullseyes the farther out I go and having a little contrast is the key)

 

[coltle6920]

I have been shooting at store brand versions of OREO, Ritz, and Saltines stuck with peanut butter to a white back found for years.

I see what you're doing there. Get some target practice in and maybe even a squirrel for dinner?