In need of a Chronograph

[BitFrost]

Hi! I'm looking for a chronograph and I want to know if there are some I should stay away from, or some that are recommended. I'm looking for the cheapest of the cheap. I don't mind writing down every measurement and calculating the averages myself. I have a well lit garage I plan to use for measuring. Do I need a lightsource on the Chrony itself?
Also, if any of you got one you want to get rid of, I would be happy to purchase it. Keep in mind I live in Norway(shipping prices)

 

[NMshooter]

Ted just posted his indoor chrony set-up about a week ago. As we are approaching winter it's an ideal situation to keep working on your rifle in the evening. I JUST got my light today. He lists everything you will need to do this with links to Amazon. The light cost about $60 (US) and the Chrony is under $125. If you can't find it I think I have bookmarked on my profile or better yet look on Ted's profile and click on forum. for this hobby, this will be the least costly expense! Best of luck!

Doc

PS- I checked your loction on the map, man you are "up there"! 

 

[NMshooter]

Hope this helps from Ted's post

After years of accidentally leaving my chronograph on, and [consequently] having to buy 9v batteries like chewing gum, I finally decided to improve my life with a 10 second Google search. I found this; an AC Adapter to replace DC 9V batteries. Many of you may already have such a thing, or have known about it. But, I guarantee there are several other guys reading this right now have an “aha” moment.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/615nevO%2B%2ByL._SL1000_.jpgAnd, here it is hooked up to my ProChrono: And, for anyone interested, here are some more details re: the setup.

• Compressor is an Omega Super Charger
• Air Tank is a 4500psi Carbon 75 (bought off eBay 5 years ago).
• pellet trap is DIY – cardboard box + rubber mulch + duct tape
• Chronograph is the ProChrono ($100) with IR light kit ($60) (light kit is AC powered)

So, now I just leave the chronograph station permanently on. Testing guns is so easy that I am looking for excuses to plug a few into the trap every day.

The Whole Shebang:
Uprange (note the [entrance] door has a combination keypad to enter. I close that door when I am shooting):
Downrange:
 

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[BitFrost]

Fantastic Thanks for the help. Winter approaching(haha)? It never leaves(except for a month or two)

 

[NMshooter]

We were in Alaska and they told us the seasons are June, July, and winter. LOL. Bitfrost it's gotta be cold now up there!.
Doc

 

[BitFrost]

Been using my snowblower today and I will be again tomorrow morning by the look of things.
Why would anyone spend $60 on a light kit when you can spend $1-2 and get a fully functional chrono?

Bought the led lights from ebay for next to nothing.

 

[rich177]

Believe it or not but the most important thing is not to shoot it! You may need some extra lighting if you indoors/