When it comes to fun, fast-paced, and challenging shooting experiences, nothing beats the Texas Star Target. This iconic spinning steel target has become a staple at ranges and competitions across the country. We’ve taken the Texas Star to the next level — altogether delivering a target system that’s not just fun to shoot, but built to outlast and outperform the competition.
What Is a Texas Star Target?
For those new to it, the Texas Star is a reactive steel target system made up of a central hub and five steel paddles mounted on arms. Once the first paddle is shot off, the entire target begins to spin as the balance changes — making each subsequent shot more challenging. It’s an incredible way to practice speed, accuracy, and transition skills — and it’s just plain fun. We even offer a 10 target adapter package for extra challenge and excitement, featuring slightly shorter arms requiring more movement of the firearm, adding an additional challenge.
Why Shooters Love the Texas Star
- Dynamic Movement: Every shot changes the motion of the target. You’re not just hitting steel — you’re engaging with a moving challenge.
- Instant Feedback: Each hit is loud and satisfying, with the paddle flying off and the wheel reacting immediately.
- Skill Building: Ideal for training speed, transitions, and maintaining accuracy under pressure.
- Versatile Use: Great for pistols, PCC, or shotgun, our Shoot Steel Texas Star is great for both casual range days as well as competition stages.
- Fun Social Challenge: Knocking off different targets in selective order can make clearing the Star easier or more difficult, and additionally change the speed you can knock each target off successfully. This makes a fun challenge for competing!
What Makes Our Texas Star Target the Best
Not all Texas Stars are created equal. At ShootSteel.com, we design our targets with the shooter in mind — combining rugged durability, thoughtful design, and premium materials. Here’s why ours stands above the rest:
1. Built with True Target Grade Steel
We use Target grade steel for the targets, arms, and frame — ensuring maximum longevity and resistance to repeated impacts no matter where your shots lands. This isn’t mild steel or a cheap knock-off — it’s the real deal. Most Stars on the market have mild steel arms and/or frame, which get chewed up from misses and bullet spall.
2. Adjustable Tension Springs
Our Texas Star Target system is designed with an adjustable spring tension system that allows you to tighten the springs for heavy cartridges such as shotgun, and lower tension for small cartridges like .22. Without adjusting tension, accidental hits to the arm would knock off the target on loose paddles without a true hit. Spring systems on ALL Texas stars will wear out over time – our design naturally puts less impact on the spring, and with adjustable tension, you can continue to tighten the springs, greatly extending the life of the springs. We’ve yet to find another Texas Star out there with this feature!
3. Smooth Bearings for Consistent Spin
We use high-quality bearings to guarantee reliable, smooth spinning every time. No sticking, no uneven motion — just pure reactive steel action that keeps the challenge alive. The machined shaft features a dual flange bearings system that prevents any unintentional interruption to spinning.
4. Designed for Safety and Function
We’ve engineered our design to ensure safe deflection angles, a stable base, and minimal paddle bounce. You get a safer experience without sacrificing the thrill. The Shoot Steel Texas star features arms and a hub CNC laser cut from 3/8″ AR500 steel, just like the targets, ensuring proper fragmentation to break apart spall and greatly lower any risk of ricochet.
5. Made in the USA
All of our Texas Star Targets are made in the USA, right alongside the rest of our steel target lineup. When you support ShootSteel.com, you’re also supporting American craftsmanship.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve never shot a Texas Star before, you’re missing out on one of the most entertaining and rewarding steel target experiences out there. Upgrade your range with a top-tier version of the Texas Star Target system. Shoot Steel’s Texas star is built to perform, built to last, and built for serious shooters.
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