VIKING Solutions Complete Gong Target System - Durable Easy to Set Up Shooting Gear - Proof Chain and Hardware Included

I received the gong in a very timely manner. In fact, one day earlier than predicted. The target and stand were packaged well to prevent the parts from banging around in the box. The finish on product was clean and crisp. No sags or runs in the paint. It took about 5-7 minutes for the initial assembly. The holes lined up nicely and I did not have to force any of the bolts through due to irregular hole sizes or paint build up. The thing fit together like a glove. The instructions were clear and precise. The inset diagrams made sure that I had the right bolts. The only tricky part was making sure that the chains were attached evenly so that the gong hung exactly centered. (perhaps my OCD took over there). Testing the stability of the gong inside showed that there was not rattle or sloppiness in the stand or the gong. The stand breaks down for easy transport. Simply pulling the two sides of the upper rail off makes moving this thing from the house to the range a breeze. Once at the range the reassembly took about 30 seconds. We placed the target at 100 yards for testing with reloads and cast projectiles. The orange sticker on the face of the gong makes finding he target against a dark background very easy to do. They also include replacement stickers which no other company that I know of does.We took the following firearms out to the range for testing. .270, .556, .22, 32 cal, 38 cal 45 LC and 45 ACP. Remember that we use both factory and reloaded ammo. We tested, FMJ, plated and coated bullets as well as lead alloy cast bullets. We tested first with rifles and then with the pistols. Our velocity ran from 2995 ft/sec down to about 600 ft/sec. This gong took everything that we threw at it and kept asking for more. Sound from the gong was loud enough to give us audible feedback even at long ranges with the .22. We sent several hundred rounds down range and the gong chewed up them up and spit them out. We were really impressed with the performance of both the gong and the stand. Even after a constant stream of lead the stand moved only about 1/2 inch. The stand held up nicely to the splatter from the impact of the rounds and even a stray round that impacted the top cross bar. (that shooter will remain nameless...CJ). Even after taking a direct hit to the frame the parts still removed easily when it came time to pack it up. The gong itself showed no dents on either surface and did not chip or crack when taking rounds to the outer edge.If I were to change anything about this target system I would like to see the washers that are used to mount the gong a litter bigger. They hold the gong in place but I prefer washers that will cover the chain a little more.Overall we are extremely impressed with the performance of this gong and stand. It is exactly what we were looking for. This thing is sturdy and will hold up shot after shot. You can pay more money for another target but I you won't find better performance.

Easy to set up, transport, and take down. Seems durable, certainly for muzzleloader projectiles. Absolutely love the satisfying “ring and swing” from slamming the gong with a .58 flintlock, rather than just drilling holes in paper!

Bolts kept falling out every range trip, in fact one has disappeared now lol. Replace with higher quality fasteners and you should be set...

The chains break easily if hit. Replace with rubber connectors. They are more durable. The target is well made and impacts do not cause any damage except for paint.

Great product. My outdoor range allows me to set this up 50 yards as my pistol target. Very satisfying to shoot. Just wish the top tube is more solid piece at least in the middle above the target ( I know the sides need to be hollow to slide the frame in) as I was shooting 100 rounds and had one fly by hitting the top of the frame making a huge hole in it. The stickers are gone after 3 hits I’m planning to use orange spray paint and hit the plate a day before going to the range. Overall very nice product

Shot with 308 at 100 yards and besides impact spots there's no damage to plate after 40 rounds. Gong is very audible at this range. Target stand is showing some minor wear and tear from shrapnel but this is expected. Stand is lightweight and takes seconds to set up so it's great if your shooting alone. Overall for the price I'm very happy with the purchase and would buy again. I would suggest swapping chain bolts to grade 8 bolts as both did strip and 1 broke by the end of the day, which is expected with such a high caliber round.**update** after another 200+ rounds of 308 at 100yrds coupled with 100+ rounds of 223, and there is still no damage to the plate. The stand also took a direct hit to the top and only dented but is structurally sound and still working fine. I went with the cheaper option on Amazon (which usually ends in disappointment) but this is the exception. Everyone will ask you at the range "where did you buy that?." I've already saved more than $75 that would have been spent on targets and target holders. Thanks Viking Solutions!

Great gong that lasted through a 5.56. Bring extra chains. We shot the chain, and it did snap and broke but thats going to happen. Unfortunately we did shoot one through the stand that connects the two bars from disassembling. It went through the metal and bend it outwards where we can't no longer pull it apart, but its not the company's fault. The other chain was still able to with hold the gong, and we were able to still have fun.

Value for the money is definitely great. I wish they’d give you thicker chains though. Ideally you wouldn’t ever hit the chains but my friend hit my chains and it broke them apart. Other stands come with thicker chains. But like I said, you’re not supposed to hit the chains so don’t let your inaccurate friends shoot with you! Lol. Other than that the steel was true AR500 and did not get pitted even at close range (50 yds or less) with high caliber (308, 7.62, 50AE etc)