New Garmin XERO C1 Chrono vs FX Pocket Chrono V2

[wadeatl]

I know it's brand new, but curious what you all think about the new Garmin Chrono spec wise. It seems to be a high end version of the FX Chrono more based for powder burners as the FX has a 1250 FPS limit while the Garmin goes up to 5000 FPS. Neither have the down range measurement capabilities that the Labradar and FX True Ballistics currently have.

I'm curious if anyone has any experience "pre release" and can share their thoughts if the Garmin Chrono is worth the premium of over 2x $ over the FX. And of course this is based on exclusive use for sub 1250 FPS.

Xero® C1 Pro Chronograph

www.garmin.com

 

[starlingassn]

for 25 bucks more (midwayusa $625)
id just go with the labradar.

 

[wadeatl]

That's actually what I was thinking. I like the idea of getting multi distance FPS to help calculate BC and feed Strelok.

 

[Lewis]

I've been following this for a bit mow. It's very likely my next chronograph. Does anyone know if the app allows for multiple distance BC calcs? I like the new FX pro model but it is still large and at 1k it seems too expensive. The new FX pocket chrony is an improvement over the last one but still requires you to define a narrow speed bandwidth and only goes up to 1250.

 

[CajunBlake]

I've been using an Oehler 35P since 1990. Have seriously considered and looked into the LR for ease of use. I shoot lots of wildcat .17 and .20 cal centerfires that exceed 4,000 fps. Unfortunately, the LR dopler will not register these small calibers shooting over 4K. The Oehler has dual proof screens to record the bullet 2x's as it passes through the chrono. Until a chrono can outperform and be more reliable than the Oehler, I have no reason to change. The Garmin is very intriguing.

 

[gfmiller58]

For once my procrastination may have paid off. Too soon to tell for sure, but the Garmin looks very promising.

 

[B_y_r_o_n]

You might want to check out the info here, some hands on.

 

[wadeatl]

I took advantage of the influx of Labradars that are being offered for sale with many of the powder burners moving the the Garmin Xero. I think there is more value in down range velocities for us airgunner's than the powder burners.

 

[qball]

Been looking at it and it’s pretty awesome. Just not sure about slower velocity accuracy as we mostly use much lower range than 2500-5000fps range. At that price I would still be tempted to go straight to the fx pro version just so I can have accurate low speed readings.

Great to see good competition coming!

 

[B_y_r_o_n]

So being able to measure down to 100 FPS doesn't impress you or the fact it doesn't seem to miss shots?

 

[qball]

So being able to measure down to 100 FPS doesn't impress you or the fact it doesn't seem to miss shots?

Can it measure down to 100 FPE? According to marketing material, yes. Can it measure below 1000Fps accurately? Probably but can someone buy it and let us know? $599 is a bit rich for my blood.

 

[oldman70]

I know it's brand new, but curious what you all think about the new Garmin Chrono spec wise. It seems to be a high end version of the FX Chrono more based for powder burners as the FX has a 1250 FPS limit while the Garmin goes up to 5000 FPS. Neither have the down range measurement capabilities that the Labradar and FX True Ballistics currently have.

I'm curious if anyone has any experience "pre release" and can share their thoughts if the Garmin Chrono is worth the premium of over 2x $ over the FX. And of course this is based on exclusive use for sub 1250 FPS.

Xero® C1 Pro Chronograph

www.garmin.com

I bought a labradar when they first came out. I haven't used it in years. too many missed shots are frustrating. too long to setup, just been using my crony. I seen the garmin online yesterday. I ordered one yesterday. I will sell my labradar for half its worth. I don't need the down range info of the lab. shot to shot velocity. small footprint.

 

[Sawney Bean]

How about on something slower than that. Does it still read accurately at 400 fps?

Edit: never mind. I somehow missed Byron's post about it working down to 100 fps.

 

[airrob]

for 25 bucks more (midwayusa $625)
id just go with the labradar.

I just ordered the Garmin after reading everything possible about it, compared to the FX, Labradar, etc. I'd say the other way around, but time will tell. They're so backordered I probably won't see it until next year.

 

[kendive]

for 25 bucks more (midwayusa $625)
id just go with the labradar.

I have an Lab Radar and now have the Garmin, FX, and Green Chrony w/ printer.

The Lab Radar is going to be sold it's worthless now to me.

 

[heavy-impact]

The Lab Radar is going to be sold it's worthless now to me.

Since it's worthless may I have it for free? Just kidding, I'll pay shipping cost.

 

[Sting]

New technology keeps improving. Looks like Garmin has a game changer here.

 

[kendive]

Since it's worthless may I have it for free? Just kidding, I'll pay shipping cost.

Well I can get something and go towards another airgun ha ha

 

[Lewis]

I have an Lab Radar and now have the Garmin, FX, and Green Chrony w/ printer.

The Lab Radar is going to be sold it's worthless now to me.

Does the Garmin give speeds at different distances and/or calculate BC? These would be the reasons I might want something more than the FX pocket chronograph I currently use.

 

[B_y_r_o_n]

No and no.