Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

[ORD]

Hey guys,

Well, after several years of faithful service, my chrono bit the dust this past weekend. I loaned it, along with its stand, to a buddy of mine who somehow managed to knock it over/off the stand. The chrony now has a broken screen (LCD), broken skyscreen, and it is no longer functioning. It wasn't a terribly expensive unit when I bought it several years ago, so I am not too pissed about the loss, but I do need a replacement in the next few weeks.

I ran a search here and it seems like a lot of people are recommending the CED M2 with IR screens. I looked one over and it appears to be a great unit with all the features I could ever need/want and for a price, with the IR screens, of around $300 or less.

Aside from the CED M2, are there any other currently available options out there that I should consider for a budget of $350 give or take?

 

[Victor N TN]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

The CED you mentioned is probably going to my next one.

 

[gunsnjeeps]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

I've ben thinking about upgrading my Competition Electronics to the ProChrono Digital and adding the USB interface. $120 for the chrony, 50 for the interface, 60 for the light kit (indoor use). I'm currently using a ProChrono Plus with no complaints.

 

[Victor N TN]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

I have had 2 of the chronys in the past. I don't have one now. 'Nuff said.

 

[jerseymike]

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I use the CED M2 and so far its been pretty good, I really like the USB interface and can keep track of the velocity of several loads on my laptop.

 

[BHP9]

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Not impressed with the CED M2. I was an ammo Nazi at a major match and the chrono stage used 2 M2's. Both gave up the ghost during use.

I have a PACT Professional that's great.

 

[acehigh]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

i had a ced several years ago and had to return it and it still was'nt right when i got it back. sold it an bought a 35P. I'd just watch the forum an get a used 35P.
fwiw.

 

[paulnyc]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

how does the chrony gamma stack up?

 

[Dreamweaver]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

Also not impressed with my CED and also looking for a used 35P but its not easy.

Check out the PVM-21 which NECO sell...i thinking this might be the only option on the consumer market.

~Mike

 

[Pete E]

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I have the CED M2 and have had no problems or issues with it. At the range is given reliable readings when others have struggled..

 

[ORD]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dreamweaver</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Check out the PVM-21 which NECO sell...i thinking this might be the only option on the consumer market.

~Mike </div></div>

Uh...ok. The PVM-21/PVM-08 at $750 is just a hair over (actually it is roughly DOUBLE) my budget. I also have used an Oehler 35P in the past and while they are truly excellent units...even used models are fetching a huge sum these days given the demand and almost non-existent availability (except on the used or NOS market). The last one I saw in good condition with printer was $650. There is one on GunBroker now for that same price + S&H. Again...too rich for my blood.

 

[USMCj]

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My M2 was defective out of the box, kept giving me errors. Sent it in for repair/replacement over a week ago. On the phone with them right now to check the status.

 

[USMCj]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

in case anyone is looking for a 35P http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=162616196

 

[Cigarcop]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: USMCj</div><div class="ubbcode-body">in case anyone is looking for a 35P http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=162616196 </div></div>

Man thats looks like alot of parts.....

 

[Dreamweaver]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ORD</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dreamweaver</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Check out the PVM-21 which NECO sell...i thinking this might be the only option on the consumer market.

~Mike </div></div>

Uh...ok. The PVM-21/PVM-08 at $750 is just a hair over (actually it is roughly DOUBLE) my budget. I also have used an Oehler 35P in the past and while they are truly excellent units...even used models are fetching a huge sum these days given the demand and almost non-existent availability (except on the used or NOS market). The last one I saw in good condition with printer was $650. There is one on GunBroker now for that same price + S&H. Again...too rich for my blood. </div></div>

Sell you my 6 month old CED M2 with bag and original box for $175 + S&H.

~Mike

 

[USMCj]

Re: Time for a new Chronograph - Need addt'l ideas...

I got my M2 back from CED, they replaced the main unit, it was defective. Good service.