Need recommendation for a crono

[gre24ene]

I need some recommendations for a crono. Currently I'm doing most of my shooting indoors (On Target) so I need it to work in low to medium lighting. It needs to be able to be mounted on a tripod, and run on batteries. And not break the bank.

Right now I'm reloading 9mm, 40 S&W, 45ACP, but will eventually reload 223/556, and 308.

Thanks in advance for any help.

 

[Sticky]

I have a Pro Chrono that works great outside, never honestly tried it indoors, but there are optional lighting kits for it and others to assist with low light shooting. It is battery operated, tripod mount, works great and won't break da bank.. lol

 

[jimbobborg]

Will they let you use one at an indoor range? That's a bigger question before purchasing one of these.

 

[gre24ene]

I spoke with "Ed" (manager) at On Target yesterday and he said it is OK to use a crono there. If you are familiar with OT, there is a red line about 3 feet in front of the shooting table. He said that it is OK to put it on the red line (or a little in front) and you can be approximately 2-3 feet behind the shooting table. So I'm guessing it would be about 6-7 feet from end of barrel to the crono.

I've read that 10 feet is the optimal distance, so is 6-7 feet OK?

 

[gre24ene]

Anyone? If anyone has a crono and a place to shoot, and doesn't mind bringing me along to test some rounds, I would be willing to picking up a lunch/bar tab.

 

[jimbobborg]

I've read that 10 feet is the optimal distance, so is 6-7 feet OK?

My Crony says 15' from muzzle or you risk damaging parts with muzzle-blast.

 

[Blacksmith101]

Distance will depend on caliber and load. Remember it is not a question of if you will shoot your crono the question is when.

 

[quickdraw17]

I use a Beta Chrony, it's pretty reasonably priced and easy to use, and I haven't had any issues with it. The distance you place it is largely dependent on what you're shooting. For standard, non magnum handguns, I placed it about 5 feet from the muzzle, no issues. I placed it 10 feet for my 308 with suppressor. As for my 300 mag with brake...I kept it about 20 feet away due to the significant muzzle blast. Muzzle blast can damage the chrony, but can also give you bad readings.

As for shooting without hitting your chrono...my suggestion is that you don't try and shoot a target, just concentrate on getting the round through the chrono without hitting it.