Our Story
Forged with Purpose. Built to Perform.
At American Steel Targets, our mission is simple: build premium, precision-cut steel targets that shooters can count on—shot after shot, year after year.
But this story doesn’t start in a factory. It starts in small-town Idaho, in a family garage where grit, welding sparks, and hard work came together to create something bigger.
Meet Andrew Ford
Founder | Welder | Idahoan
Andrew Ford is no stranger to steel. As the founder of Fords Fabrication, his craftsmanship has earned a reputation for quality, durability, and American-made excellence since 2019.
What started with custom fabrication projects quickly grew into a deep passion for building gear that works hard and lasts longer. Andrew’s love for welding began as a teenager and evolved into a full-time trade, business, and way of life. With a torch in hand and his family by his side, Andrew brings small-town values, precision workmanship, and integrity into every cut and weld.
Family Roots. Western Grit.
Based in a quiet Idaho community, Andrew and his wife are raising their kids to value hard work, faith, and doing things the right way. American Steel Targets is an extension of that legacy: real American steel, made by a real American family.
We don’t believe in cutting corners. We believe in building targets that last—because your time on the range deserves the best. Whether you’re a weekend plinker, a competitive shooter, or a tactical trainer, we’ve got the gear to keep you dialed in and shooting straight.
Why American Steel Targets?
- 100% American-Made AR500 Steel
- Crafted by an Experienced Fabricator
- Tried-and-Tested Designs, Built to Last
- Family-Owned & Operated
- Engineered for Real Shooters
Thanks for stopping by. We’re proud to earn your trust and serve your shooting needs with products that reflect the same integrity we bring to our home and shop every day. From our family to yours—thank you for choosing American Steel Targets.