Chronographs

Alderman · Oct 29, 2023

Always being interested in anything to do with shooting I recently made a couple of purchases of a couple of preowned chronographs.
My Oehler 35P has worked well but wanted to try something different.
The chronograph I have actually used the most is the Caldwell Ballistic Precision which works well for pellet guns in the back yard.

A couple of recent local purchases got me the preowned Labradar and Magnetospeed with the Wiser Chrono mount for attaching off of the barrel.

Of course as soon as I get these I see where Garmin has come out with a new chronograph that is getting a lot of attention.

I am interested in hearing what is working for other site members and any tips and advise to make use of the new chronographs as easy and reliable as possible.

frankm · Oct 29, 2023

I think Garmins release just dropped $150 plus off the used LabRadar rates…. See lots of guys selling/trying to sell ..

xphunter · Oct 29, 2023

Have a Labradar...Will soon have a Garmin

RL338 · Oct 29, 2023

I’ve used ProChronys in the past but the one I use now is the Magnetospeed Sporter. The only draw back with it is muzzle brakes , some of mine are too long for it to fit.

phil · Oct 29, 2023

Get an external trigger for the Labradar, and a steady mount with 3 points of contact on the bottom, preferably hard rubber “feet”.
in addition an external power source.
You will enjoy it more with consistent shot readings and a longer lasting power supply.

Guy Miner · Oct 30, 2023

xphunter said:
Have a Labradar...Will soon have a Garmin

Garmin is so doggone easy to use! Just set it on the bench next to the rifle, pointed at the target. No wires. No attaching it to the muzzle. Nada. Just simple setup and good results.