Myron Swaim Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 Hi all, I have a range at home, looking to construct one or two false front shooting sets. A couple of things I could use for ideas would be great, or do most clubs just figure it out on their own and build them? Looking to do a boardwalk and one or two “buildings” Thank You, Myron 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watab kid Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 yes , most do it on their own , here at least , we know what they look like we still have some of them downtown in our small towns - a lot of them date to the exact era we are looking for , but if you check out some of the links to ranges posted here for various clubs you will find great ideas , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dilli GaHoot Galoot Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 You might look into theater set design, the concept is the same, or maybe one of your local schools or community theaters might have some folks that could help out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Hills Barb Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 Folks figured out what to build on their own when the range was built 25 years ago. Later when we decided to host the state match more bays were added. Now, 20 years later we're all getting older and those movable props, tables, false walls, etc. are getting really heavy. Our latest discovery for moveable false fronts has been 2x4 frames with corrugated plastic for the wall. (Harbor Sales, MD) Some are solid, some have a window, and others have a door. Hinges hold them together and 2x4s and spikes keep them in place. On those where the window cut out, it was framed around both the window and the cut out. They were hinged and the cut out became a table. Later all false front buildings with window got a drop-down table as well. We do have 5 permanent false fronts/buildings and one 3 car train. Each year something seems to need maintenance and repairs....darn porcupines! The other 4 bays get the moveable false fronts or a bar, wagon, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Myron Swaim Posted April 22 Author Share Posted April 22 Thanks, been looking at the photo gallery section of several clubs for some ideas. Portable or being able to break down, not an issue. I have a permanent range here on the farm. I generally keep the steel out all summer. Too darn heavy to keep moving around! I appreciate all the suggestions, Myron. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reverend P. Babcock Chase Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 Howdy Myron, Study Red Rider Rudy's photo. It should be perfect for you. It even has snow. Rev. Chase Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boggus Deal #64218 Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 Just a couple of hints. Make your board walks, doorways and windows as big as possible. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Devil Dale Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 What is this "Plans" thing that you speak about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leadspittinlefty Posted April 22 Share Posted April 22 Myron, You may want to ask Flyin doc koyote about boardwalks at Holmen cowtown, There has been safety concerns, like slipping etc. LSL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Devil Dale Posted April 23 Share Posted April 23 Regarding wooden plank boardwalks, we have many at our club, and for the most part, I maintain them. Even in our less severe California weather, they are high maintenance. They swell in winter, shrink in summer, and like to warp upward, regardless of material or how carefully and strongly you attach the planks. In wet seasons they can be slippery, and then when they dry out, the attachment deck screws sometimes work their way upward creating trip hazards. They seem to shrink just enough for .38 brass to lodge between them. TREX is one (IMO poor) expensive alternative, but it becomes VERY slippery when wet or icy, or gets even lightly covered with leaves or needles. The wood looks great and period authentic, but if you install it, plan a regular safety inspection and maintenance program. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazy Eeyour Posted April 23 Share Posted April 23 Just ideas: Boardwalk coat with HERCULINER Black 1-Gallon Truck Bed Liner Kit | Polyurethane | Roller Included | Skid-Resistant | Rust Prevention | Durable & Textured Finish Check out pin hinges For walls use weed cover it’ll let the heat escape while standing up to some wind. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolina Gunslinger Posted April 23 Share Posted April 23 Screen across railings and boards tight enough not to allow brass to escape. A thorough leaf blowing or raking prior to any shooting to make finding brass easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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