Clay Buster 3/4 Cock Clay Target Thrower

The Clay Buster 3/4 Cock Clay Target Thrower is a fully adjustable, genuinely portable trap that turns any open field into a shooting range. It launches targets up to 90 meters in all directions, throws singles or stacked doubles, and returns to the three quarter cocked position on release so the next bird is faster to set. If you want live clay practice without booking a station, this is the tool.

What the Clay Buster 3/4 Cock Thrower Does Differently

The three quarter cock return is the headline feature and it is not a gimmick. On a conventional thrower you fight the full spring tension every single time you load a target. Returning to a three quarter cocked position means most of that work is already done, so cycling is faster and far less tiring across a long session.

The result is more targets thrown per hour with less fatigue for whoever is running the trap, which matters when you are the one loading for a group of shooters instead of shooting yourself.

It suits shotgun shooters practicing skeet and trap style presentations, hunters tuning up before bird season, families and clubs running informal shoots, and anyone with access to a safe open field.

Key Features

• Launches targets up to 90 meters in all directions for varied presentations
• Positive locking trigger with pull release for controlled, predictable launches
• Returns to the 3/4 cocked position upon release for faster, easier reloading
• Welded steel frame for added strength under repeated spring tension
• Sliding adjustable clip that sets both target speed and direction
• Throws singles or stacked doubles for progressive difficulty

Construction, Adjustment, and Real World Performance

Parts are made from steel and aluminum, which is the right combination for a machine that lives outdoors and takes repeated shock loading. The welded steel frame handles the stress of the throwing arm, while aluminum components keep the total weight low enough that the unit stays genuinely portable rather than being a two person lift.

The sliding adjustable clip is where the versatility comes from. Move it and you change target speed and direction, which means you can serve up straightaways, hard crossers, and dropping birds from the same setup. Ninety meters of range is more than enough to build presentations that punish a lazy mount, and the ability to stack doubles gives you a real test of transitions.

Practical Use, Care, and Safety

Set up matters as much as the machine. Stake or weight the base on level ground, place the operator behind and to the side of the throwing arc, and make sure everyone on the field knows the arc of the arm before the first target flies. A spring loaded thrower carries real energy, so treat the loaded arm the way you would treat a loaded gun.

Run the Clay Buster 3/4 Cock trap with a caller and a loader when you have the people for it. One person handling targets and one calling keeps the rhythm smooth and keeps hands clear of the arm. Never reach across a cocked arm, and always release tension before you transport or store the unit.

Maintenance is light. Wipe the frame down after wet sessions, keep the pivot points free of grit and lightly lubricated, and inspect the spring and the trigger mechanism at the start of each season. Store it under cover so the steel does not sit in the weather. Pair the thrower with clays, eye and ear protection, and the rest of the field kit in our apparel and gear category.

Worth It for Anyone With a Field

The fastest way to improve with a shotgun is volume on moving targets, and the barrier to volume is usually access. A portable trap removes that barrier, and the ergonomic design of the Clay Buster 3/4 Cock Clay Target Thrower means the person running it is not worn out after two boxes of shells.

Built from steel and aluminum for years of usage, it is the kind of purchase that pays for itself in practice time. Ships direct to your door, no FFL required.