Replacing chronograph with the Garmin Xero C1 Pro?

[sucker76]

I'm looking to get a new chronograph for the range. I have seen the Garmin Xero C1 Pro and think it has a lot to offer. Anyone have any info or experience with it?

I have a Competition Electronics ProChrono. Its OK but it does struggle with some shot recognition with varying lighting. The one big downside is you have to set it up downrange of the shooting bench/location and at ranges lik the one I go to that is a hassle with others shooting. You have to interrupt the whole shooting line to set up. The Garmin is very compact and sits on the tabletop or tripod behind the muzzle. It has a size advantage over the Lab Radar but its more expensive at $600. I like that I can toss it in a bag and it won't take up a lot of space or add too much weight. How do these radar chronos do in general with long range shooting? I couldn't find any info on Garmin's site for max range. I was under the impressino that Lab Radar can track the bullet all the way to the target and give data at the target. It turns out this is only 100 yards. Does the Garmin have more range?

Xero® C1 Pro Chronograph

www.garmin.com

 

[Vaquero]

200 yards I believe.
I'm trying out a borrowed Garmin.
I'll report more later this week if the weather cooperates

 

[sucker76]

Thanks, let me know how it goes.

 

[MTA]

I dont think I have heard a single bad thing about them. Im also going to make the switch as well from a magneto speed

 

[Lead Belly]

Yes! Is disruptive technology. I've never heard a bad word said about them at the range.

 

[zackmars]

A bunch of regulars at my range replaced their lab radars and those bayonet style ones.


Haven't heard a single complaint

 

[alternative]

My only question is the battery. Is it replaceable?

 

[Vaquero]

Iinternal ,USB charging. I'll find out soon as I can if it's replaceable.

My only question is the battery. Is it replaceable?

 

[smittyb]

Those I know that have them, love them.

 

[Younggun]

Saw the one Vaquero is testing in use. Gotta say, in terms of size and ease of use it was pretty damn nice.

 

[vmax]

200 yards I believe.
I'm trying out a borrowed Garmin.
I'll report more later this week if the weather cooperates

I bet I know who you borrowed it from..
Are you smart enough to work that thing??
I know I'm not..but darn it was cool and I'd like to upgrade someday

 

[Vaquero]

I bet I know who you borrowed it from..
Are you smart enough to work that thing??
I know I'm not..but darn it was cool and I'd like to upgrade someday

I'll make it work or break it.
Either way, y'all get a real world update.

 

[Vaquero]

Super easy to set up and get started.
The app is kinda meh, but is good for saving data.
The unit triggers on audio, but worked fine with a suppressed. 22 lr bolt gun.
I still don't know about the battery.
I'm still going through the recorded data on the app. I'll update later.

 

[Vaquero]

Correction, it doesn't trigger on audio, so bows and crossbows can be used also.
The internal lithium ion battery is not replaceable.

 

[Vaquero]

The garmin does not track the bullet down range. Only far enough to calculate muzzle velocity.

 

[TAZ]

The garmin does not track the bullet down range. Only far enough to calculate muzzle velocity.

Doesn’t it calculate a BC? Wouldn’t it need to track a bit beyond just getting a reading?


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[Vaquero]

Doesn’t it calculate a BC? Wouldn’t it need to track a bit beyond just getting a reading?


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I don't think it calculates BC.
I could be wrong.

 

[sucker76]

Wow that's good info.
For the suppressed 22 did it trigger on audio or recoil?
No BC calc is a real bummer. That was the techie selling point of radar chronos. Even the lab Radar calculates to 100 yards.

 

[Vaquero]

Wow that's good info.
For the suppressed 22 did it trigger on audio or recoil?
No BC calc is a real bummer. That was the techie selling point of radar chronos. Even the lab Radar calculates to 100 yards.

I'm not sure what triggers it.
Radar return I'd guess.