How to Make Pistol Target Stands

Making a pistol target stand is a DIY project. There are many materials from which the stand may be made, however, pvc is a light weight and easy to work with material. With a few feet of pipe, t joints, elbow joints and some time, a stable and sturdy stand can be constructed for only a few dollars.

Things You'll Need

• 6 pvc elbow joints
• 2 pvc t joints
• 7 2' sections of pvc
• 2 6" sections of pvc
• Saw

Instructions

1. Cut the pvc pipe into sections. The project will require 7 sections of 2 feet in length, and 2 sections of 6 feet in length. Use a coping or other fine toothed saw for this step.

2. Begin assembly with the base of the stand. Place 4 of the 2 foot sections in a square pattern on a flat surface. Form a u shape by using 3 of the 2 foot sections and two elbows. Set aside and form another "u" section.

3. Connect the two "u" sections by attaching them together with a "t" connector. The finished support should be a rectangle shape with the 2 "t" connectors in the middle with an opening facing up.

4. Build another "u" shape using a 2 foot section, the 6 foot sections and 2 elbows. Insert the large u into the upright opening of the "t" connector.

5. Support cans from the top of the stand with string. Hang paper targets with tape, or tape a larger piece of cardboard to the frame and tape targets to the board.

Tips & Warnings

• Use pvc cement to connect the pvc pieces permanently or simply dry fit the pieces for a more portable stand. Use a size of pvc pipe which is preferable to the shooter. The width of the stand can also be adjusted by shortening or widening some of the pvc pieces.

• When shooting at the stand, attempt to keep shots centered between the uprights as the stand may be permanently damaged by bullets.