Serious reloaders need a chronograph.

[Adam Helmer]

GOB and buckhunter,

A chrony tells much to those with an inquiring mind. My chrony tells me the fastest, slowest, average and extreme spread in velocity and then the Standard Deviation which equals consistency. Once one knows the velocity, it is easy to calculate drop over distances.

The SD numbers tell me when I have my best powder charge, OAL and primer. For the muzzleloaders, it is real important to know what velocity one gets from a powder charge and RB or conicle.

I was amazed my .41 Magnum and cast 195 SWC "clocked" 1,400 FPS, was accurate and gave no leading. I realized by bullet alloy was up to snuff and my load was consistent. So the question is: Does the average handloader need a chrony. I dunno. Since the cost is about 25%-35% of a new gun, why not KNOW what your handloads can do. It is an individual decision. I made mine.

Adam