Something not many target tutorials mention, crossbows. I hunt with both, compound and crossbow. This target 100% stops a 405 feet per second crossbow. The bolt only went half way in. My 70lb compound arrow went about a quarter of the way. I found my plastic wrap from Sam's club, for those needing ideas.

Of all the DIY archery-target videos I've watched, this is unquestionably one of-if not THE-best. I obviously don't know the idiots who complained about your use of tools in the first version, but they probably weren't breast-fed properly by their mothers, and they need to get into psychotherapy without delay. Here's another good source of "stuffing": These days, every boat yard and boat dealer shrink-wraps its boats, whether new or used. And every year, that shrink-wrap gets pulled off and discarded. This is an environmental disaster in every respect, but it provides DIY target makers with a virtually unlimited supply of free stuffing. In addition, the plastic shrink-wrap "film" is heavy enough to use as a target face. In fact, you can wrap the whole target with it to fend off the effects of rain and/or snow.. Best, Chris (in Maine)

Dude, I laughed a lot at the tool commentary! Hilarious! I’ve seen those comments on other videos and I’ve never understood why people are so obsessed with being outraged about something so silly! I’ve always used videos and plans that require tools I don’t have as the reason to save up and purchase the tool. It ALWAYS makes more sense to spend money on a tool that I can use for the item that I’m building and then also use for a billion other projects as time goes on as opposed to spending money on an item that I can build that will undoubtedly not be as good or last as long as the one that I can build to suit my exact needs and that I will ensure is perfect. I’ve never gotten pissed off at a content creator that is spending his time and money to help me figure out how to do something because he has more tools than I do!! Good lord!!! Good project man. Thanks!!

For those worried about the tools, I used a hand saw and an electric drill i got from LIDL and it worked just fine. Yes, I also used a screwdriver. Yes, you should own a screwdriver. What kind of adult doesn't own a set of screwdrivers?

Never apologize for someone else’s lack of ingenuity. DIY videos are suggestions. There is always more than one way to get things done.

Man, your commentary is bliss! I agree with the fact that if you are watching this video because it says “free” then you either received a free bow or possibly using a cattail bow and river birch twig as an arrow. A wise man once said, there’s no such thing as a free lunch. Great video and happy hunting!

for those that need an even cheaper option. 2, 2x4x10-$9.32 4, 1/2" carriage bolts, hex nuts and washers-$12.20 and then all those amazon, and pizza boxes you have because we all know you're poor for some reason - free. if you don't actually have any, just go to any restaurant and ask them if you can have all their boxes from the day, regardless it's free. you don't really need to get it super thick, maybe 4 boxes thick maybe more. cut out 4, 4" pieces. you can use a hack saw or a power saw, doesn't matter. and you should now have 4, 4" boards and 2, 2" boards. stack the 4" boards evenly ontop of each other. using a 5/8 drill bit drill a hole through all 4 boards at the top and bottom, if it doesnt reach all the way through, don't fret, just take off one board and drill in the same spots again, keep doing this until it's drilled all the way through. drill 2 screws each into 2 of the 4" boards into the middle of the 2" boards. now you have the feet. take your boxes, stack them onto the 4" boards that are attached to the feet. put your carriage bolts through the holes. put the other 4" boards onto the carriage bolt. put the washers on and then the hex nuts. tighten the hex nuts all the way down. don't stop tightening until you've gotten it as tight as you can. congratulations you've got a target the is less than $25. you don't have to replace anything except the things that came to you free, ie the boxes.

I just about finished up mine for my son who shoots barebow recurve using your video as a guide. All I need is more stuffing

The fact that this dude made a speed square so he could say he used two tools is amazing. Well done dude 😂 👍.

2 tools? Saw Impact driver Driver bit Pencil Tape measure Hands Work bench Staple gun Blade Brain Sorry. Couldn’t resist. I remember your first one. This is a great version 2

I’ve been using shrink wrap for my targets for 30 years. It is hands down, the best target media available for archery targets.

Where can I get plans for that speed square??

Thanks for this video bro I’m 18 and I built a great one for free with a bit of my old man’s help with just a handsaw and old electric drill and some screws and some old sheets and old blankets and gardening straw and of course good old duct tape it works super well and did in a days work thanks for the video mate much love from Australia 🇦🇺 🍻😉 getting some good archery practice in homie

I used this with all recycled materials. It works great! Thanks for sharing

That target is awesome!!!

Excellent target. I cut up a former billboard made of corrugated plastic sheeting for the target surface and used sheep wool to fill the box with. Most farmers in NZ are happy to give sheep wool away these days because it has very little value. Target functions perfectly and makes a satisfying "thwock" sound each time an arrow hits it. It will be interesting to see how long the plastic sheeting lasts. So far, it's holding up well.

Loved this. We've recycle old commercial targets with used coffee bean shipping gunny sacks. I think it's time to find a fiber feed sack to put around these at this point and maybe stuff a little more plastic fiber around them...just to keep them going for another decade...

I liked it a lot! And being that you were pleasing the trolls, I liked it even more!😂👍 Okay okay….I had to add even more compliments. The voice over of the trolls “but mark, the staple gun makes 4 tools!?” SO GOOD…pure gold!🤣

Great video love the sarcasm. Well done

I think you did an excellent job on this video. Not to complicated. Cheat. Direct and to the point. Nicely done. I would say you should do more videos. Your a natural. 👊👍☺

I could make this too if I had electricity! Nice video Mark!

I am not into archery, but I have loved all of your videos and podcasts. If it wasn't for you and Bruce, Drew would be lost.

The stuff Dexter uses... Lmao!!! I love that and am so excited for the new season coming out too.

Awesome video I was wanting to build a good durable Target seen lots of videos but this is the best one out there. Plus easy enough for my boy to help build it.

Great video, great editing and really good advice about options for targets. Thank you :)

Personally, I love that you trolled the trolls 😂 All of my DIY is figuring out how to do what I want with things I already have. The speed square was fantastic!

I really want to thank you for this video. I made one and it is just about done, I need to put some more plastic in to stop arrows. The only things I’ve had to pay for is the OSB board, paint and screws. Once again I would like to thank you and God bless you for your video.

This was very helpful, I'm planning on building a small beginner training site in the woods and this is a great option.

I have a axe that's over 100 years old. The cutting head has been replaced three times, and the handle 10 times over the years. But it's been kept in great condition. lol

I remember that day I got my first bow. I was excited to shoot something and made a target at home from old cardboard boxes and compressed left over newspaper stacks with varying levels of compression. Changed the tips by cutting an eraser into six pieces so the papers would soak up the blunt hit. This way the shaft would last longer and the impact damage is absorbed completely by the newspapers. And it feels safe enough. I made some for my friends as well. I like your design and material choice. I'll try and find it locally! As for monsoon, wrapping it around in plastic should do the trick.

Very creative! Thanks for sharing!!

I think I have everything I need for this. I’m gonna have to use an old tarp from an air conditioner I replaced for the face material. It’s canvas so I hope that works well for a bit

Challenge accepted!! I found 4 places to exclaim “but Mark! Not everyone has ___” (only in jest) - brownie batter paint - rabbits to hide underneath the target -dogs to chase said rabbits -or a archery setup at all to use on the target. I watch (both channels of yours and the the WBAT guys) not because I have a woodworking hobby, but because I secretly want one :-) great video

I can’t pound a nail into a 2x4 but even I could build this target. Great video. Thanks!

Thanks for the idea on the archery target!! Great design! I’ve been using a cardboard box and plastic bags stuffed in it. I’m definitely going to use your design!!

Outstanding! Love design and the smattering of humor throughout!

Thanks, TrollBuster! I like the orange strips, and this great use for plastic bags!

Took a one gallon plastic jug, stuffed it full of used plastic grocery bags to make neat little target for my air rifle, Two years later, still jamming! Cost; about $500 worth of groceries.

Great idea! How does it work for shooting broadheads?

Thanks for the shots at the trolls. Entertaining, and they deserve it.

I very much enjoyed how most of this video was just you attacking back at the trolls. Project was neat too, I suppose.

Nice target

Ok... That was just cool as hell. Thanks, we hommies now.

Great video! I appreciate projects made from left-overs/scraps! Very nice target and the wheels are a great value-add!!

This is great! Thank you.

Liked the Video so much I've decided to build a target as I've spent more on targets than I have arrows thanks 👍.

Memory foam mattresses work pretty good .

Very nice creation.

Late to the party, but finally watched! Such a cool idea and video , but next time can you show us how to make it with just a pair of scissors and a soup spoon...thanks!

Two tools! But the lawn tractor counts, right?😂 Great vid. I actually use a version of this as a back drop for an archery target that was gifted to me. This will definitely last longer than the target!!

Don’t have a fancy bow, just a regular one. And I’m getting into archery hunting, been a rifle hunter all my life, and this season will be my first bow hunt.

Thank you

Very good , Thanks.

So the whinny people who complain. You could give them 5.00 & they would complain it wasn't 10. You are giving away your knowledge for free. Entitled brats. Thanks for the video. Now i have my next project. I work at one of the 3 large hardware stores. Ill try not to go crazy with upgrading supplies.

He will never cease to amaze me how coddled trolls have no ability to see past the end of their nose let alone think outside of the box. But then again I graduated in '94 and right before I graduated they stopped teaching and reinforcing critical thinking. If you tried it they told you you're thinking too much, and yes that is a personal experience I had in high school.

Just awesome.

Best Buy dumpsters supply my archery needs. I drive by after work, and they have every size of clean cardboard boxes, plastic bubble wrap, cardboard inserts to fill the boxes.

Love a good project you got my wheels turning. Can’t wait to get started.

Next time, I think you should use a hand saw, hand drill, screw driver, and tacks. LOL Great video! I liked the first one too. Keep thee videos coming.

If only I had a cordless tools like that I bet I could make stuff like this too. 😁🎯🎯🎯 🦌🐐🦃 Great video Mark. Really looking forward to some great content on the New Old channel.

I didn’t think a target would get people so butthurt, who would thought.😂

Myea targets are a pain to source cheap. Your version seems like a version that you have in the backyard and if you do not have a cheap source for the screen it might get too expensive. What I think would be much faster are the big sand bags (maybe not as durable but than you can replace only the fabric that is damaged). Theoretically the same idea something to fill up with what ever but it takes way less time to build it and you do not need any tools at all:)).

😂😂 the first tool was the pencil, then the tape measure, but it's all good you did your thing.

Hey Guy appreciate the idea I knocked out a 4'x4' target today I've for 50 bucks in ours.

"But Maaarrrrk, you're cheating, cause your work bench is just exactly the same height as your target, so that's like a whole 'nuther tooooool!" ;-)

Imma build mine similar to this out of pallets and only thing I should be spending money on is the Osb boards.. thanks for the video dude!!

I agree so many internet whinners. If they don't have basic tools every homeowner should have they they shouldn't be building something to save money

Excellent project, I will give it a try shortly. Thank's for sharing.

I dont like to use the plastic wrap because I find it melts onto my arrows. I like the old T-shirts. I store mine inside so it doesn't get wet.

Dexters kill rooms lol. I love your video! Thank you.

Let’s call it the minimal tools not to tools. Overall pretty cool video. I have but one of these for myself a couple years back they work great. A bit inconsistent in stopping power in some places. It all depends how well your pack it.

Made one in 2018 have put over 20000 arrows in. Grate target for almost free.

Great video and project, Mark!

Sure, if I had a hundreds of dollars in tools I could make this too! ... Great job! Keep up the good work.

That’s a really cool idea!!!

Thanks for sharing cheapers target board..soon as posible i'll made..🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

I really need to get back into archery. I haven't used my bow in a few years

Great video, I made a video about a back stop I made out of horse stall mats. Love the ingenuity of using your available resources

Great build brother

I will be building this. Thanks for the tutorial!

Pretty fantastic work, Mark! It really turned out great! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

Very nice 👍

Sweet Job,Thanks Dude

Can I still make this if I use a Festool tracksaw and buy all new materials 😂 Good stuff man, that looks like a nice target!

I just built something very similar to this with the Third Hand Archery target skins. My 5mm Victory arrows zip through to the fletching and I have ripped several fletchings off. I used the same plastic and pallet wrap but still can't get it to stop my 490 grain arrows out of my 70# Mathews at 275fps. I'll repack it today but any advice would be appreciated.

Great design, just made 2 of these myself. woven plastic weed barrier makes a pretty good target face and is readily available at most hardware stores.

Great video! Thanks Mark!

Great idea !!!! I may have to make one

I wonder if the shrink wrap they use on boats would work. Any marina would have tons of it in the spring time. Great5 job and thanks for the idea. I plan on trying it.

Mark, I'm only 3 min in and I see you've used 4 tools as yet.. Driver, Tape Measure, Pencil, Saw.... LIES SO MANY LIES!! ha ha as I type you're yelling at me for pointing this out! I like it Mark, I may have to build one now that I know I can do it without $5,000,000,000 worth of tools!

Now I gotta buy a knife.

Well Done Brother!! Great Craftsmanship and Video! 👏 👍 👌 Far as The Negative Comments, Don't Fret. Those Karen's are Haters and Jealous. I Will Build This, and Will Use Several Cordless Tools ⚙ 🔨🪚🔩🗜️🪛🔧🧰🏹😅😂

It is crazy that you had to make this video in response to people who couldn't figure that the best tool for the job is always the tool you have. Surely people that cannot figure how to improvise, on such a simple thing, should not be in charge of Archery equipment.

I built mine with no tools. I karate chopped all of the wood, and turned the screws in with my thumb and forefinger.

These prices from a year ago sound like a steal

How would layers of compressed carboard do for filler and how compressed do you think they'd have to be? I'm thinking about all the Amazon boxes we get that could be used this way.

Great idea

This is a great video!

thanks for the idea.

a drill? a pencil? what do you think we are a professional wood workers? Knowledge? Impossible. who has 'scrap materials' laying around anyway