CHRONOGRAPH

[jethunter]

Wow, what a wordy bunch we are.

Chronograph won't make you a better shooter in the same way a speedometer won't make you a better driver. It's good to know how fast you're going, but it's not impossible to be proficient without it, just easier.

I use a chronograph to test roughly 25% of my reload ammo, mostly if I'm trying a new load. Truth be told I no longer shoot enough competition or long range to make the chronograph "essential", but it's very useful when starting with a new or unknown rifle.

 

[bearhunter]

Yup, the velocometer is really only useful when you're working up a load, checking components for deterioration, or performance on extreme weather days.

Once you've established that your components are good to go, then every shot you record after that only confirms what you already know.

If you're the sort of person who reloads for several cartridges, and you're constantly bringing in new components, it's a gratifying way to check slight differences that the very odd time may not be so slight.

A consistent point of impact is the best indicator that all is well.