Boxer1 Posted April 13, 2015 Share Posted April 13, 2015 I was fortunate enough to get a test unit of the new Labradar chrono last week and was able to take it to the indoor range over the weekend and test it out. My first thoughts are this thing really impressed me, even though I had some high expectations from such a long wait. It was easy to set up and adjust. I didn't have any trouble using it on the range with other people shooting as well (there are adjustments for this). The only thing that I noticed was it missed a few of the velocities down range every now and then. I am going to get out this week after work and try it with rifle and bow to see how it performs with them. I know the price is going to be up there on these $560 I think but it is loaded with features and is by far the easiest chrono to use. No waiting for the line to clear to set up and adjust your chrono. No shooting the screens off etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnRodriguez Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 16 months behind schedule. be nice when we can get one too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swanny10 Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 It's been so long I had forgotten about these things. I Could never justify that much for a chrono but they certainly seem like the cats ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chevyz71 Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 That will be priced cheaper than the Oehler 35P. Im interested in one. I'd buy one, but at this rate, I think by the time they are ready for sale, my grandkids will be the ones using it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxer1 Posted April 15, 2015 Author Share Posted April 15, 2015 We took it out last night and shot rifles with it and learned a few things. It seems to do better at picking up longer ranges with newer batteries in the unit. Also it will do 30 Cal boatails to somewhere around 80-90 yds. and 22 Cal boatails somewhere around 50yds or so. I did have to make some adjustments for 22 LR. we set it to Handgun velocity and Doppler trigger and it worked perfectly. Also go figure the batteries had died from the unit being left on so I plugged it in the 12V micro USB phone charger in the truck and it ran flawlessly. I have heard that they should be available sometime around July. I am sure that a few changes in the firmware from these first test units will be made that should make them even better. From what I have been told they should be available sometime around July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 Does it have a printer like the Oehler 35P ??? I've got a 35P and am interested in the Labradar but I signed up for information when they first hit the forum and have never heard anything back from them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxer1 Posted April 16, 2015 Author Share Posted April 16, 2015 No printer but you can hook the unit or the SD card into your computer and download all of the shot data into an Excel spread sheet. Very easy to read and analyze your data this way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a468bu Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 Any updates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwall64 Posted July 17, 2015 Share Posted July 17, 2015 You would think that they might update their website every once in a while (just copy and pasted today): Thank you for your interest in our product. LabRadar will be available in Fall 2014. Subscribe to our priority list to receive updatedinformation and presale offers for LabRadar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmorris Posted July 17, 2015 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Guess they are more worried about finally getting it to market without another deadline to pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windscreen Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Looks like it will finally be available! TCK, LLC the exclusive distributors for LabRadar has recently received the first shipment. These units have all been sold to shooters, forensic centers, law enforcement agencies and writers throughout the U.S. and Canada. Infinition, Inc., the manufacturer of LabRadar anticipates another shipment to TCK in early October. These units will be sold on a first come, first serve basis to individuals and all authorized dealers in the U.S and Canada. You can now complete your pre-order on our website www.buymylabradar.com. Credit cards will not be charged until the units are ready to ship. PayPal payments are charged immediately. Orders from other countries will not be accepted at this time, but sales to other countries will follow soon. Infinition, Inc. will be updating their website www.mylabradar.com soon. All questions should be directed to info@mylabradar.com or 316-866-2525 (8-5, M-F, CST) Best regards, Richard Mouser Exclusive Distributor for LabRadar info@mylabradar.com www.mylabradar.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safeactionjackson Posted December 24, 2015 Share Posted December 24, 2015 (edited) Any updates on the LabRadar? Still appears to be a mythological creature, with backorders still being accepted.... both from the manufacture, as well as MidwayUSA. Really interested, and would love to hear anything people with hands on knowledge might be willing to share? ~g Edited December 25, 2015 by safeactionjackson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Krywicki Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 I received mine last week. It's awesome. Very easy to setup and use. It was great not having to screw around with screens or worry about lighting conditions. One thing to consider: it eats AA batteries. Get a Li Ion USB battery pack and be merry. As a frame of reference, I preordered mine with Long Range Hunters in the middle of February '15. I got it around 12/15/15. I have a serial number in the low 2000s. They'll be pumping out more into 2016. Get on a list now. My guess is after SHOT the orders are going to explode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gose Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 Heard complaints from several sources that they have issues picking up 55gr .223s. I really really want one, but that's a definite deal killer for me. Once I hear they've fixed that, I'll get in line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Krywicki Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 The 55gr .223 issues have been fixed mostly with firmware. I think there is still some sensitivity with certain bullet shapes (Litz saw cheap 55gr bullets with dished bottoms having radar reflectivity issues). There are some good threads up on Snipers Hide, Accurate Shooter and Long Range Hunting forums. http://forum.accurateshooter.com/index.php?topic=3886634.0 http://forum.accurateshooter.com/index.php?topic=3888631.msg36664614#msg36664614 http://forum.accurateshooter.com/index.php?topic=3871199.15 (check out post #28 from Bryan Litz) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmorris Posted December 27, 2015 Share Posted December 27, 2015 The 55gr .223 issues have been fixed mostly with firmware. How many out of ten shots will yours pick up and can it measure them further than 50 yards? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueeyedme Posted December 27, 2015 Share Posted December 27, 2015 I saw one in use at my range a couple of weeks ago. The owner was very happy with it and I put in my order with Labradar the next day for an anticipated April delivery. Can I justify it? Not really...but I can say the same thing about a lot of things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armydad Posted December 27, 2015 Share Posted December 27, 2015 From their website: Not sure if the firmware has anything to do with distances. What range performance can one expect with LabRadar?In general LabRadar will typically measure the velocity of a 7.62 mm projectile from muzzle up to 100 yards. After extensive testing of a variety of calibers you can expect to obtain velocities at these distances when in the Standard Power Mode. Low Power setting will have about 30% less tracking*..177 Pellet - 30 yards;.177 BB - 30 yards;22 LR - 60 yards;223 - 60 yards;270 - 70 yards;308 - 80 to 100 yards;9mm - 130 yards;40 S&W - 130 yards;45 ACP - 130 yards;500 S&W - 130 yards;12 gauge Slug - 90 yards;Paint Ball - 50 yards;Arrows - 50 yards;* Since every bullet has a different profile your results may vary. In general, the larger the base (excluding the boat tail) the great the distance the projectile can be acquired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safeactionjackson Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 This is a very temping, as someone has already offered to take my pro chrono digital if I order it. ~g Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slavex Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 we used one at the Canadian IPSC Nationals this year, while cool, I think the time delay it has in providing the velocity was annoying. I think for long range rifle use and similar it is useful, but for pistol (unless for long range) I don't see any value at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmorris Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 With the limited range, the main benefit I see is that one can't shoot it. Haven't shot any of mine over the years but lots of folks do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gng4life Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 we used one at the Canadian IPSC Nationals this year, while cool, I think the time delay it has in providing the velocity was annoying. I think for long range rifle use and similar it is useful, but for pistol (unless for long range) I don't see any value at all. How much of a delay are we talking about approximately? Is there a setting that can changed to register faster shot readings? Sent from the range Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safeactionjackson Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 Look like 2 seconds maybe, doesn't appear that the delay is configurable in the devices setup. ~g Sent from my iPhone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pizzim Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 2 seconds isn't that long of a wait for it to display.... But will it go bonkers if you don't want for it to display before you make a follow up shot(s)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safeactionjackson Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I'd agree, couple of seconds isn't all that bad. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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