Popper Target with Clay Pigeon Flipper Package

The Popper Target with Clay Pigeon Flipper Package combines a 28" Pepper Popper with a reactive clay target flipper for two-stage shooting drills. Hit the steel popper and, as it falls, it activates the flipper positioned behind it to launch a standard clay pigeon for a follow-up shot. The package includes the popper and base, clay flipper, four heavy-duty ground spikes and the required assembly hardware. The complete Shoot Steel system is manufactured in the United States.

The 28" Pepper Popper is CNC laser-cut from domestic 3/8" AR500 steel to USPSA Mini Popper specifications and is rated for all centerfire handguns and short-action rifles through .308 Win and 6.5 Creedmoor at the proper minimum distance. The popper's reactivity can be adjusted using the bolt near the bottom of the target plate. The clay flipper works with standard-size clay pigeon targets and should be used with lead birdshot, #7.5 shot or smaller.

Learn more about USPSA or review the USPSA Competition Rules. If you are unsure which target thickness is right for your firearm, review the Shoot Steel Cartridge Guide. You can also watch the Clay Target Flipper in action.

What's Included

• (1) 28" Pepper Popper with Base, 3/8" domestic AR500 steel
• (1) Clay Target Flipper
• (4) Heavy-duty ground spikes
• Flipper base bracket
• 1/2" carriage bolt, nut and required assembly hardware
• Not included: Eye bolt for triggering additional reactive targets
• Not included: Standard clay pigeon targets
• Not included: Paint

Assembly

The Pepper Popper base measures 9 1/4" wide by 24" long and includes four 1/2" holes for staking. Position the Clay Target Flipper directly behind the popper and attach the flipper to its base using the included nut and 1/2" carriage bolt. Flipper assembly requires two basic wrenches.

For the clay flipper, place two heavy-duty spikes in opposite corners for stability. Set a standard clay pigeon on the foam pad. When the Pepper Popper falls, it activates the flipper and launches the clay into the air for the follow-up shot.

Safety and Usage

The 3/8" AR500 Pepper Popper is rated for all centerfire handguns and short-action rifles through .308 Win and 6.5 Creedmoor. The clay flipper portion should be engaged using lead birdshot, #7.5 shot or smaller.

Minimum shooting distances for the steel popper:

• Centerfire handgun: 10 yards minimum
• Rifle at or below 3,000 fps muzzle velocity: 100 yards minimum
• Rifle above 3,000 fps muzzle velocity: 200 yards minimum
• Increase distance any time you observe pitting on the target face

Always shoot perpendicular to the steel target face. Use quality eye and ear protection. Inspect the popper, base, flipper, spikes and hardware before every session. Replace any steel target that shows cratering or severe pitting and replace damaged mounting components before use. Repaint regularly to track impacts and monitor surface health. No steel-core, armor-piercing or tracer ammunition.

The Pepper Popper must be manually reset after it falls. If you want a steel target that automatically returns upright, see the Shoot Steel reactive target section.

FAQs

How does the Clay Target Flipper work?
Place the flipper directly behind the Pepper Popper with a standard clay pigeon resting on the foam pad. When the steel popper falls, it activates the flipper and launches the clay for a follow-up shot.

What calibers can I use on the Pepper Popper?
The 3/8" AR500 steel target is rated for all centerfire handguns and short-action rifles through .308 Win and 6.5 Creedmoor when used at the proper minimum shooting distance.

What shotgun ammunition should I use on the launched clay?
Use lead birdshot, #7.5 shot or smaller, when engaging the clay target.

Does the Pepper Popper reset automatically?
No. After the popper falls, it must be manually returned to the upright position before the next run. Shoot Steel also offers spring poppers in the reactive target section for shooters who want automatic reset.

Can I adjust how easily the popper falls?
Yes. The bolt near the bottom of the target plate can be adjusted to change the popper's reactivity and resistance.

Can the popper activate other reactive targets?
The target is drilled for an eye bolt that can be used for triggering swingers or other compatible setups. The eye bolt is not included.

Does this package ship painted?
No. Shoot Steel targets ship unpainted. White target paint provides strong contrast for tracking hits and monitoring the target face.

Is this product made in the United States?
Yes. This product is manufactured in the United States from domestic AR500 steel.

Do you warranty your products?
Yes. We stand behind our products.

Personal and Recreational Use

• Target plates: covered against manufacturing and material defects for 90 days from date of delivery
• Welds: covered for 1 year from date of delivery
• Coverage includes weld integrity, materials and workmanship

Commercial and Range Use

• All components: covered against manufacturing and material defects for 90 days from date of purchase
• Coverage includes weld integrity, materials and workmanship
• Normal wear, pitting, cratering and target face degradation are not covered

To qualify for warranty coverage, targets must be used and maintained in accordance with Shoot Steel safety and distance guidelines, including:

• No steel-core, armor-piercing or tracer ammunition
• Minimum recommended distances observed at all times
• Target mounted to Shoot Steel specifications

Shoot Steel reserves the right to request photos or inspection of any claimed item prior to approval. Misuse and abuse are not covered. Need a copy of our safety guidelines? Email us.

To start a warranty claim, contact customerservice@shootsteel.com with your order number and photos.