- Hey! Are there shot marks on the faceplate of my Brand-New target?
ANSWER: Usually these are not evident. They are proof marks that usually disappear when the faceplate gets painted. We test targets leaving the production facility with a 20 ft/lb shot placed on each of the four corners of the field target kill zone to make sure the tripping mechanism is holding properly. We also shoot the kill zone strike plate with a 4 ft/lbs airgun to insure it will go down with lower powered airguns. Again, think of these as proofing marks.
- Can I really see proofing marks on my target?
ANSWER: Yes, if you know where and what to look for. Look around the outside edge of the KZ, usually a half inch to an inch away from the kill zone, There should be four or five very small pock marks under the paint around the kill zone. These were put there by a 20 ft/lb rifle. This is done to assure no Yegua field target can be shaken down by a 20 ft/lb rifle.
- So what is with this Republic of Texas thing and the President of Texas?
ANSWER: Texas owes its name to the Caddo tribe and the Spaniards. During the Spanish exploration of Texas in the 1540s, the Spaniards met the Hasnai-Caddo tribe in present-day East Texas. The American Indians used the word tayshas for "friends" or "allies." In Spanish, the translation came out as tejas. Over the years, Tejas became Texas. During its history, Texas has had eight changes of sovereignty, and six flags have flown over the state. They are: Spain (1519-1685 & 1690-1821); France (1685-1690); Mexico (1821-1836); Republic of Texas (1836-1845); Confederate States of America (1861-1865); and the United States of America (1845-1861 & 1865- ). The Republic of Texas existed from 1836 to 1845 and had five presidents. Sam Houston was elected president twice. Yup, its a Texas thang.
- Will Yegua Field Targets work with my BB gun?
ANSWER: NO! BBs are steel balls and they will bounce back at you with the same force as they went out! Dont use steel BBs on steel targets, or on any other hard surface. It is dangerous!
5. Are your target suitable for use with live rounds, i.e. .22 rimfire?
ANSWER: No, our field targets are designed and manufactured for airguns only and are not for use with center fire rifles .22 rimfire, shotgun slugs or steel BB's.
- How do I keep my target looking as good as when I bought it?
ANSWER: Unfortunately there is no such thing as pellet proof paint, so you have to accept that the paint will come off. Spray paints are readily available at most retail stores for quick touch up of your Yegua field target.
- How far away should my targets be placed?
ANSWER: All Yegua Field Targets will work as far away as you can hit them. They should not be placed any nearer than 30 feet to the shooter. We suggest you use the Troyer Factors in selecting the distance to the target. Troyer Factors are based on the size of the kill zone, and may be found on the AAFTA web site.
- What size of Kill Zones to you place on your Field Targets?
ANSWER: We can drill ?, ½, Ύ, 1, 1 ½ & 2 kill zones in your Yegua Field Target. We do suggest that you consider having 1 ½ KZs drilled on the target you order and then utilize one of our reducers to add to the diversity of your target collection. The 2 KZ is for pistol field target only.
- Can I purchase KZ reducers from Yegua Field Target Company, LLC and how do they work?
ANSWER: Yes. On any of our Yegua Field Targets that have a 1 ½ KZ, Reducers can be utilized and are attached by only a simple clip on the back side of the face plate and no special tools are needed to install or remove the Reducers. Reducers are available in: 3/8, 1/2, 3/4, & 1. Reducers are made from thick steel and will last indefinitely. Again, the reducers work ONLY in a 1 1/2 inch kill zone field target.
