For years I have been wanting to invest in a chronograph. That is a device that measures bullet velocity. They have been around for years. Over the years the designs have evolved and improved. Finally, I saw one that had all the stuff I want. The key innovation was a Bluetooth link to my smartphone. That gives me two things. First, a way to look at data without having to go out to the chronograph and read a screen. Second, the app from the company collects data and analyzes it automatically. Simple.

So today I got to take my brand new ProChrono DLX out to the range for the first time. I worked brilliantly. My intention is to clock all the guns and loads I use. That will come in handy for calculating trajectories. I did learn a couple things. First, the .22LR ammunition I buy because it is cheap is not very consistent in velocity. Seeing as how I only really shoot them in a pistol at 12 yards, that really is of no consequence. Second, factory ammunition seems to be more consistent than my handloads. That is to be expected, I think. Third, this is a hell of a lot of fun. Wish my friend John Cooper could join me. I am looking forward to many more sessions out at the range with the chronograph.