Ballistic picture frame for two dimensional targets

Abstract

A ballistic picture frame for holding two dimensional paper targets, photographs or print art used for dry-fire training. The ballistic picture frame holds paper targets, photographs, or other two dimensional graphics or prints like conventional picture frames, but also provides a ballistic barrier for enhanced safety during dry-fire training. The ballistic frame includes a back panel constructed of ballistic materials that prevent projectile penetration through the frame in the event of a negligent discharge.

I claim: 
     
         1 . A ballistic picture frame to support a two dimensional target for use during dry-fire firearms training, the ballistic picture frame comprising:
 a first frame part having a planar back panel against which the two dimensional target overlies; and   a second frame part mounted to the first frame part to hold the two dimensional target against the back panel, the back panel is constructed of ballistic material selected to prevent a projectile from penetrating through the first frame part in the event of a discharge of a firearm.   
     
     
         2 . The ballistic picture frame of  claim 1  wherein the first frame part includes a peripheral side molding affixed to the back panel defining an open face of the first frame part, the two dimensional target disposed within the open face of the first frame part against the back panel. 
     
     
         3 . The ballistic picture frame of  claim 2  wherein the second frame part seats within the open face of the first frame part and abuts the peripheral side molding so that the two dimensional target is seated between the first frame member and second frame member, the second frame member having a central opening therein through which the two dimensional target is visible. 
     
     
         4 . The ballistic picture frame of  claim 2  wherein the side molding is constructed of ballistic material selected to prevent a projectile from penetrating through the first frame part in the event of a discharge of a firearm. 
     
     
         5 . The ballistic picture frame of  claim 1  wherein the second frame part includes a peripheral side molding affixed to the first frame part around the back panel defining a central opening therein through which the two dimensional target is visible. 
     
     
         6 . The ballistic picture frame of  claim 5  wherein the peripheral side molding has a recessed inward facing slot around the central opening for receiving the two dimensional target therein. 
     
     
         7 . The ballistic picture frame of  claim 5  wherein the peripheral side molding is constructed of ballistic material selected to prevent a projectile from penetrating through the first frame part in the event of a discharge of a firearm.