Shooting Chrony

Poconolg · November 16, 2019, 08:18 AM

Is the company that makes the folding chronograghs ShootingChrony still in business? They are out of stock everwhere and do not answer their phone. I get a recording saying the office is only open 9-5 eastern time, but I have called a couple of times in the morning and afternoon and nobody answers.

hounddawg · November 16, 2019, 10:34 AM

no idea, you can try emailing them and see if they respond

**Unclenick** · November 16, 2019, 10:51 AM

The failure to answer the phone doesn't sound good, but a lot of shooting equipment is niche market companies with only two or three employees, so if they lose someone or they go to a trade show somewhere, they can have trouble handling things. A notice on the web site would be helpful, though.

I see Midway says "Backorder OK" on these chronographs. You can get an F1 on Amazon that is in stock. Midsouth has the Beta version in stock. Bruno has the archery and paintball versions in stock. You could probably call any of these companies and ask if they know what is happening at Shooting Chrony.

pete2 · November 16, 2019, 11:10 AM

I hope they are still in business. I have one and it's very simple to use, unfold and shoot--almost. I would be happier if it just read velocity each shot, I can write it down myself and don't have to go back and read the directions, I don't use it but every couple years if that often. I'd rather be shooting.

Nick_C_S · November 16, 2019, 01:45 PM

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I hope they are still in business.

Yeah, me too.

I'm past due to shoot my third one and I'll need to get it replaced right away

Poconolg · November 17, 2019, 05:33 AM

Sent them an e mail and it was sent back as undeliverable. Not good news.

hounddawg · November 17, 2019, 08:04 AM

that bodes ill Poconolog

Poconolg · November 17, 2019, 09:59 AM

Does anyone have experience with a Pact 1xp chronogragh? If so good or bad. If anyone has one how long is the cable that connects the skyscreens to the readout display?

hdbiker · November 17, 2019, 12:17 PM

I bought a Shooting Chroney Beta. I try ed to use it for over 10 years and it always gave me trouble. Sunny days forget it, nothing but ERRORS. I'm actually glad I shot it with my .243. I now have a much cheaper Caldwell and it actually works. hdbiker

hounddawg · November 17, 2019, 01:31 PM

Competition Electronics ProChrono DLX Chronograph $125 , built in bluetooth. Saves the readings to your phone or tablet

@ hdbiker - try taking a piece of foam board to make a "roof" that fits over the existing sunshades. I attach mine with velcro. You can even make side pieces, sure helps mine of bright days

TXAZ · November 17, 2019, 01:36 PM

They have a paid up ICANN registration through next August:

Domain Name: SHOOTINGCHRONY.COM
Registry Domain ID: 33132817_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN
Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.networksolutions.com
Registrar URL: http://networksolutions.com
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Archie · November 17, 2019, 07:32 PM

I just had a Shooting Chrony rebuilt at the factory about a month ago. They didn't say anything about going ot of business.

They have a website. Ask them.

Road_Clam · November 17, 2019, 08:46 PM

I have the Alpha , never shot the actual unit, but I have shot a crap ton of the sun shade rods when testing handgun off hand ! I have a bunch of pre cut 5mm rods as spares !

std7mag · November 17, 2019, 08:50 PM

Hdbiker,
My Beta Master did the same thing.
Learned i needed to set it up further away. Muzzle blast was messing with it.
I would have offered to buy yours. But not with a bullet hole in it.

Road_Clam · November 18, 2019, 05:47 AM

Shooting Chronys are VERY fussy with light conditions. IME, the best and most condistient reads will be on a brighter overcast day and no sun shades. In the sun you will have read errors. Low sun angle is also an issue, as well as passing sun and clouds.

zeke · November 18, 2019, 10:10 PM

Yes the shooting chrony's are light sensitive. Especially in regions with low hanging sun. What can really help is to cut out the appropriate size piece of cardboard (small) and slip right in front of the "eyes". Much easier than trying to build an umbrella, or only shooting in shade.

Marco Califo · November 18, 2019, 10:45 PM

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Competition Electronics ProChrono DLX Chronograph $125 , built in bluetooth. Saves the readings to your phone or tablet

+1
I read reviews first and that made me avoid the SC brand. I bought the referenced item and like it alot. I recall I paid extra for Bluetooth kit a couple of years ago. No eye-strain; just look at your phone.

The website is up and kickin'.

That 905 area code is Canada

http://www.shootingchrony.com/introduction.htm
U.S. Addresses: (for U.S. Residents)

SHOOTING CHRONY INC.
3840 East Robinson Rd.,
PMB # 298
Amherst, NY 14228
U.S.A.

SHOOTING CHRONY INC.
(LETTERMAIL ONLY) P.O. Box 101, LPO
Niagara Falls, NY 14304
U.S.A.
Canadian and other non-U.S. residents:
SHOOTING CHRONY INC.
2446 Cawthra Rd., Bldg. 1, Units 8 & 9
Mississauga, Ontario
Canada L5A 3K6

All orders and inquiries:

Tel: 1-905-276-6292
Toll-free: 1-800-385-3161 (9 am - 5 pm E.S.T.)
Fax: 1-905-276-6295
Email: [email protected]

Road_Clam · November 19, 2019, 08:14 AM

I have recently purchased a Magnetospeed V3, but as great as it is, it has some limitation issues in certain circumstances with respect to shooting Black Powder rifle, or handgun. I still actually use my Chrony as it's the only solution to most handgun configurations when you can't clamp the Magnetospeeds' bayonet to the barrel. I did notice that there is a FPS descrepiency when I had past Chrony data , then re-tested with the Magnetospeed andI observed that the magnetospeed data seemed to be about 30 fps faster than the chrony's data.

**Unclenick** · November 19, 2019, 08:52 AM

The other alternative is the Labradar, which I've come to like a good deal. Nothing between the muzzle and the target and nothing attached to the gun to affect accuracy nodes.

LeverGunFan · November 19, 2019, 09:49 AM

Quote:

I did notice that there is a FPS descrepiency when I had past Chrony data , then re-tested with the Magnetospeed and I observed that the magnetospeed data seemed to be about 30 fps faster than the chrony's data.

I'd guess that the Magnetospeed is the more accurate data - it is measured at the muzzle instead of several feet downrange, and the Magnetospeed has been tested to be quite accurate. The Chrony has a short baseline between the two screens which magnifies any error in the positioning of the screens. The Chrony is a compact and useful chronograph, but the compact design loses a bit in accuracy compared to chronographs with a longer baseline.

Charlie98 · November 19, 2019, 12:35 PM

I have one... it's about 30 years old. No, I've never shot it. The sun shades are about as brittle as a cracker, and I have to tape them up when I use them.

It is sensitive to muzzle blast and angled sun... I just tape a piece of paper on the 'sunny' side of the chrono and that fixes that.

November 16, 2019, 08:18 AM	#1
Poconolg Senior Member Join Date: April 5, 2015 Posts: 171	Shooting Chrony Is the company that makes the folding chronograghs ShootingChrony still in business? They are out of stock everwhere and do not answer their phone. I get a recording saying the office is only open 9-5 eastern time, but I have called a couple of times in the morning and afternoon and nobody answers.

November 16, 2019, 10:34 AM	#2
hounddawg Senior Member Join Date: March 1, 2009 Posts: 4,232	no idea, you can try emailing them and see if they respond __________________ “How do I get to the next level?” Well, you get to the next level by being the first one on the range and the last one to leave.” – Jerry Miculek

November 16, 2019, 10:51 AM	#3
Unclenick Staff Join Date: March 4, 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 21,063	The failure to answer the phone doesn't sound good, but a lot of shooting equipment is niche market companies with only two or three employees, so if they lose someone or they go to a trade show somewhere, they can have trouble handling things. A notice on the web site would be helpful, though. I see Midway says "Backorder OK" on these chronographs. You can get an F1 on Amazon that is in stock. Midsouth has the Beta version in stock. Bruno has the archery and paintball versions in stock. You could probably call any of these companies and ask if they know what is happening at Shooting Chrony. __________________ Gunsite Orange Hat Family Member CMP Certified GSM Master Instructor NRA Certified Rifle Instructor NRA Benefactor Member and Golden Eagle

November 17, 2019, 08:04 AM	#7
hounddawg Senior Member Join Date: March 1, 2009 Posts: 4,232	that bodes ill Poconolog __________________ “How do I get to the next level?” Well, you get to the next level by being the first one on the range and the last one to leave.” – Jerry Miculek

November 17, 2019, 01:31 PM	#10
hounddawg Senior Member Join Date: March 1, 2009 Posts: 4,232	Competition Electronics ProChrono DLX Chronograph $125 , built in bluetooth. Saves the readings to your phone or tablet @ hdbiker - try taking a piece of foam board to make a "roof" that fits over the existing sunshades. I attach mine with velcro. You can even make side pieces, sure helps mine of bright days __________________ “How do I get to the next level?” Well, you get to the next level by being the first one on the range and the last one to leave.” – Jerry Miculek

November 16, 2019, 11:10 AM	#4
pete2 Senior Member Join Date: May 15, 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 2,566	I hope they are still in business. I have one and it's very simple to use, unfold and shoot--almost. I would be happier if it just read velocity each shot, I can write it down myself and don't have to go back and read the directions, I don't use it but every couple years if that often. I'd rather be shooting.

November 17, 2019, 05:33 AM	#6
Poconolg Senior Member Join Date: April 5, 2015 Posts: 171	Sent them an e mail and it was sent back as undeliverable. Not good news.

November 17, 2019, 09:59 AM	#8
Poconolg Senior Member Join Date: April 5, 2015 Posts: 171	Does anyone have experience with a Pact 1xp chronogragh? If so good or bad. If anyone has one how long is the cable that connects the skyscreens to the readout display?

November 17, 2019, 12:17 PM	#9
hdbiker Senior Member Join Date: December 19, 2012 Posts: 297	I bought a Shooting Chroney Beta. I try ed to use it for over 10 years and it always gave me trouble. Sunny days forget it, nothing but ERRORS. I'm actually glad I shot it with my .243. I now have a much cheaper Caldwell and it actually works. hdbiker

November 17, 2019, 01:36 PM	#11
TXAZ Senior Member Join Date: September 5, 2010 Location: McMurdo Sound Texas Posts: 4,322	They have a paid up ICANN registration through next August: Domain Name: SHOOTINGCHRONY.COM Registry Domain ID: 33132817_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.networksolutions.com Registrar URL: http://networksolutions.com Updated Date: 2015-07-29T14:26:04Z Creation Date: 2000-08-17T15:49:06Z Registry Expiry Date: 2020-08-17T15:49:05Z Registrar: Network Solutions, LLC Registrar IANA ID: 2 Registrar Abuse Contact Email: [email protected] Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: +1.8003337680 Domain Status: clientTransferProhibited https://icann.org/epp#clientTransferProhibited Name Server: NS1.LOGIX.CA Name Server: NS2.LOGIX.CA Name Server: NS3.LOGIX.CA DNSSEC: unsigned URL of the ICANN Whois Inaccuracy Complaint Form: https://www.icann.org/wicf/ >>> Last update of whois database: 2019-11-17T18:34:30Z <<< __________________ Cave illos in guns et backhoes

November 17, 2019, 07:32 PM	#12
Archie Senior Member Join Date: May 26, 2000 Location: Hastings, Nebrasksa - the Hear Posts: 2,209	I just had a Shooting Chrony rebuilt at the factory about a month ago. They didn't say anything about going ot of business. They have a website. Ask them. __________________ There ain't no free lunch, except Jesus. Archie Check out updated journal at http://oldmanmontgomery.wordpress.com/

November 17, 2019, 08:46 PM	#13
Road_Clam Senior Member Join Date: November 21, 2013 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 1,695	I have the Alpha , never shot the actual unit, but I have shot a crap ton of the sun shade rods when testing handgun off hand ! I have a bunch of pre cut 5mm rods as spares ! __________________ "To be old an wise you must have been young and stupid"

November 17, 2019, 08:50 PM	#14
std7mag Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2013 Location: Central Taxylvania.. Posts: 3,609	Hdbiker, My Beta Master did the same thing. Learned i needed to set it up further away. Muzzle blast was messing with it. I would have offered to buy yours. But not with a bullet hole in it. __________________ When our own government declares itself as "tyrannical", where does that leave us??!! "Januarary 6th insurrection". Funny, I didn't see a single piece of rope...

November 18, 2019, 05:47 AM	#15
Road_Clam Senior Member Join Date: November 21, 2013 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 1,695	Shooting Chronys are VERY fussy with light conditions. IME, the best and most condistient reads will be on a brighter overcast day and no sun shades. In the sun you will have read errors. Low sun angle is also an issue, as well as passing sun and clouds. __________________ "To be old an wise you must have been young and stupid"

November 18, 2019, 10:10 PM	#16
zeke Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 1999 Location: NW Wi Posts: 1,671	Yes the shooting chrony's are light sensitive. Especially in regions with low hanging sun. What can really help is to cut out the appropriate size piece of cardboard (small) and slip right in front of the "eyes". Much easier than trying to build an umbrella, or only shooting in shade.

November 19, 2019, 08:14 AM	#18
Road_Clam Senior Member Join Date: November 21, 2013 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 1,695	I have recently purchased a Magnetospeed V3, but as great as it is, it has some limitation issues in certain circumstances with respect to shooting Black Powder rifle, or handgun. I still actually use my Chrony as it's the only solution to most handgun configurations when you can't clamp the Magnetospeeds' bayonet to the barrel. I did notice that there is a FPS descrepiency when I had past Chrony data , then re-tested with the Magnetospeed andI observed that the magnetospeed data seemed to be about 30 fps faster than the chrony's data. __________________ "To be old an wise you must have been young and stupid"

November 19, 2019, 08:52 AM	#19
Unclenick Staff Join Date: March 4, 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 21,063	The other alternative is the Labradar, which I've come to like a good deal. Nothing between the muzzle and the target and nothing attached to the gun to affect accuracy nodes. __________________ Gunsite Orange Hat Family Member CMP Certified GSM Master Instructor NRA Certified Rifle Instructor NRA Benefactor Member and Golden Eagle

November 19, 2019, 12:35 PM	#21
Charlie98 Senior Member Join Date: September 6, 2006 Location: Great state of Texas Posts: 1,077	I have one... it's about 30 years old. No, I've never shot it. The sun shades are about as brittle as a cracker, and I have to tape them up when I use them. It is sensitive to muzzle blast and angled sun... I just tape a piece of paper on the 'sunny' side of the chrono and that fixes that. __________________ _______________ "I have this pistol pointed at your heart!" "That is my least vulnerable spot."