Which Chrono?

[KrakenFan69]

I'm new to reloading and casting. I am also a new IPSC shooter. For now I plan to run factory ammo at matches but eventually plan to reload for competition. As such I need to get a chronograph to ensure my loads are making power factor to shoot. I've never used a chrono outside of paintball competitions and have no idea what to get. Can anyone make any suggestions? I'm not afraid to spend a bit more to get the quality that will last but don't need any aerospace tech either. Just a solid, reliable chrono that will be accurate.

Thanks,

Kraken Fan #69

[pworley1]

I have been using a Chrony F1 for more years than I can remember. It is not fancy but, it tells me all I need to know.

[dudel]

I have a CED M2. I don't like shooting at my electronics. It's been reliable, stable and reapeatable. Not the cheapest; not the most expensive. Some nice features beyond the basics. I really like the PF calculator that's built in, along with the PC interface. Replacement screens are inexpensive, and there's a whole range of accessories. I'd get one again.

[HollandNut]

nother F1 here , and it can be upgraded thru several levels to "real fancy schmancy" at not unreasonable cost

[David2011]

I have the Competition Electronics ProChrono. It records up to 9 strings of shots and as been going a good job for me for many years. http://www.midwayusa.com/product/852...al-chronograph

David

[Pistol Pete]

I use a Master Chrony Beta.........tells you about everything you need...can find on sale sometimes at Midway...lots of after market add ons if you want, from Chrony...very reliable and accurate
HTH....Pistol Pete

[PbHurler]

Here's a vote to look at the Oehler 35P

[Petrol & Powder]

Whichever Chronograph you get, be sure to only get one.

A man with one watch knows what time it is, a man with two watches is never quite sure.

[Captain Capsize]

Whichever Chronograph you get, be sure to only get one.

A man with one watch knows what time it is, a man with two watches is never quite sure.

Good advice, my buddy and I set up our Chrony's one behind the other. Sometimes they agreed other times they differed by 50+ fps. So we don't know which to believe or even if we should believe either one. One manufacturer (I think Ohler) uses 3 sensors I think it would be the one I would choose the next time I buy a chrono.

[HollandNut]

yep Oehler use three screens in the 35 I believe , not sure about the other models

there was one they had (maybe still do) I always lusted after , allowed you to hook a sensor to the receiver and measure pressure

[hermans]

Here you get what you pay for as well, the Oehler 35 is the ultimate, the CED M2 is also a very good instrument.
Very important here is to put the sensors in a box with artificial lighting as to ensure constant light above the sensors at all times.

[largom]

I have a PACT that has been in use for 12 years with never a problem. The brain box is separate from the eyes and screens and gives ES, SD, Velocity and more.

Larry

[Fyodor]

I got the red master chrony, and built it in a box with LED lighting. That makes me independent from weather and sunlight, and shields off the flickering of electric lights. It's a good tool, after you got that one button interface for the first time.

[BRobertson]

I have a Magnetospeed, and have been happy with it. It is not ideal for handgun use, but you can work around the minor issues
that come up with handguns.

I think the new Lab Radar might be the answer , if it actually works as claimed.

Bob

[HollandNut]

I got the red master chrony, and built it in a box with LED lighting. That makes me independent from weather and sunlight, and shields off the flickering of electric lights. It's a good tool, after you got that one button interface for the first time.

pics my man pics

[dragon813gt]

I think the new Lab Radar might be the answer , if it actually works as claimed.

Well I signed up for info on that device. My only concern is the one year warranty. I'm assuming it's going to be $500+ based on what it is. A five year warranty would put my mind at ease.

[jmort]

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/852...ProductFinding

[-Mischief]

What guns are you shooting? Are you shooting inside or out? Are you shooting in your backyard or at the range?

[Fyodor]

pics my man pics

You're welcome.





The red LED lights are powered by four AA cells and are fixed to the ceiling of the box.

[hermans]

Fyodor, very neat setup, at least you have constant lighting here which should give you very good repeatability on your measurements