I would like to get a chrono for very occasional use to work up loads and trajectory charts for a couple rifles.

Which do you all recommend?

I'd like some advice on this too - the time is near to buy one of these things. Inexpensive, easy set up, not too finicky about light and not alot of optional storage and computational capability - all I want to see is velocity. Thanks.

I have a Pact now and it's just fine. No problems with it not that any of the new ones are not just as good.

I had a accurchron before that (1965) and made one (ballistic pendulum).

Get one and you will be glad you did but the main complaint is that the velocities are not high enough!

The biggest hassle is how you will support the screens taking into account what your range is like. Think that out and get a system thats conveinent.

I have a Crony "F-1" (basic model) and it doesn't always read correctly. Shooting 1400-2300fps bullets I've had readings below 200 and over 6000. Of course this makes me wonder if it ever reads correctly.
I've meant to return it for a while now, so last week I wrote them an email about returning it and maybe upgrading to a "Master" model. I haven't rec'd a reply yet.

Check 'em at: http://chrony.ca/english.mv

I own a Chrony "Beta Master" w/remote. It's pretty basic, but allows me to read and reset at the bench via the remote. I also bought an inexpensive tripod at K-mart and the system has been very satisfactory. Total outlay for Chrony and tripod less than $150.

This my my second Chrony, (first one lasted 10 years until some idiot shot it) I'd recommend their product as good basic stuff.

JimF

I have a prochrono. I mount it on a camera tripod $18. does everything I want it to do about $100.The only problem I have had is on a very sunny day at noon.

Any Chronograph can give faulty readings if the light conditions aren't right. One thing I learned is to place a strip of the "frosted" clear cellophane tape over each "eye" on the cronograph... it does seem to help with phony reading's. Another thing I do is carry a white towel (with clothes pins believe it or not) to drape over the "v's to keep the "eyes" shaded in intense sunlight. I've heard the "Chrony" brand needs particular attention when oepning it up to make sure it"snap" completely open... otherwis faulty reading's can occur with it. I also carry small sand-bags to secure the tripod in heavy wind.

I've had a "ProChrono" model for about ten years... it's taken a lot of abuse (getting blown over in windy Montana) and has never let me down... ok, I've run the batteries down a few times!

I'm pretty doubtful any of these units are much different if used correctly... it's all a matter of how much "gee whiz" you want/need. I just want a basic readout.

Brad

I have two Chrony F-1's and a Chrony Gamma Master. All three will do what you want..

The Oehler is the class of the industry. I got mine because I was tired of never being sure if a reading was correct or not. It has what they call a "proof" channel. They use 3 screens and it actually measures the velocity between screen #1 and #2 and compares it the velocity between #2 and #3 and I think between #1 and #3. Any reading off by a certain amount will register as an error.

Did you know there are two types of shooters with chronographs.....those who have shot their chronographs and those who will in the future.

The proof channel (for 350 bucks) is a great idea, but for occasional use, the chrony can't be beat. If you are concerned, put two in a row, and put the other $200 in your pocket. JMO, Dutch.

Chrony F1 with remote is it - thanks for advice. It appears from the info I have read it can be upgraded if desired. Best price I have seen is $85 for remote and F1 from Midway. Steve - what is the story on your web-site - I know its been down. I hope you plan to expand your cartridge experiences (load data and history) section. Go by some more guns I need intertainment. Take care of your ticker.

Get the Oehler 35P from the git-go and you don't have to upgrade. You will have a unit you can grow into but can't grow out of. It does it all for $345.00.

I've got Chroni a Beta and it has served me well. The only times I've had
problems are on a verry bright day and I try not to use the sun screens provided
or on a day I try to sta at the range too long and I run out of light.
Mike

A couple of shooters at our range who bought chronys got a couple of loads checked on an Oehler for future reference.

Chronys often read high. I have never seen one read too low.

Mike

Brads advice is right on. The tape deal really works on my shooting chrony. Been using 2 for over 12 years, so if they commit suicide I feel that it was money well spent. Just take a .22 along just to make sure the sun is not messing with you. Just for giggles we have put both side by side and shot thru them....both read the same for average. Not bad for less than $100.00