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batt43
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What is your favorite chronograph?
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The higher-end Shooting Chrony models can be all some reloaders need, but other makes may have features you don't even know you need until you've used a chronograph a while. Buy the best you can afford, but be ready to outgrow it as you discover new needs.
Ergo a basic unit is enough for me. If you want the machine to do all this for you go for a more high end model.
ps, you are not supposed to shoot the thing. LOL
I picked up a Beta Master a couple yrs ago just to have the read-out closer to my old eyes when shooting rifles.
The screens are detachable, it has long cables (about 15'), fits on any tripod that will hold a large camera (makes it easier to line it up w/pan/tilt), and just takes a 9v battery to get you going.
It's never hiccupped on me, given bad data, or refused to register shots, so I don't know any reason not to get a PACT over the toaster model.
I did shoot the shroud support steel bar once, when my pistol was not aligned with my laser--put a big "S" curve in it. Rather than pay $8.00 plus $13.00 shipping to get a new set, I went to Lowes and bought a piece of 36" steel rod to cut to fit, which cost about $3.00.
Accuracy seems good: I get repeatable numbers on similar days with the same loads. All I can ask for.
I have the Chrony as well. Does the basics.
ps, you are not supposed to shoot the thing. LOL
Now you tell me. [:0][:I][:D]
Also use BB's or .22 ammo to get used to it. Pissed me off I was running some experimental loads through it and didn't get a reading on about 10% of the shots first few times I used it.[:(!]
Buy a basic model, sounds like that is what you were looking for.[;)]
I use a surveys tripod on mine to allow adjustment and steady hold.
Besides avoiding shooting out the readout with fragments and wild shots,
you can clearly see the display.
Having a unit that calculates statistics from a group and prints out is a feature I'd like but don't have.
Over the years, I've shot out my display and hit the sky screens a few times.
I've taped a piece of 1/4" Lexan over my display to protect the unit.
It's pock marked from fragments and doing it's job..
I have a PACT I bought in 1988 and an Oehler 35P that I bought a few years later. I have them both set up on a common bar with 5 Oehler sky screens. I get 2 readings from each shot plus the proof channel checks the Oehler reading. The 5 shot average generally agrees PACT/Oehler within 7 fps. I do not have the printer--I have to wait to let the barrel cool anyway, so I make notes. If I had to start over, I'd get the basic Oehler 35P. They cost more, but their service is great and they're top of the line. Just my 2 cents.
This is interesting. I have an Oehler Model 12 that I bought in 1982, and wondered how the newer brands read in comparison.
If I had it to do over, I'd probably buy the 35P, but the model 12 was $99.00 in 1982, and the 35 was $299.00. Actually, the model 12 has done all I need to do.
Those who HAVE shot a chrono
and
Those who WILL shoot a chrono.................[^]
quote:Originally posted by Bubba Jr.
quote:Originally posted by pickenup
I have the Chrony as well. Does the basics.
ps, you are not supposed to shoot the thing. LOL
Now you tell me. [:0][:I][:D]
Do not buy a PACT anything!
I have a pact scale and powder dispenser and absolutly love them. Never a problem and very accurate. Made by rcbs