ChuckS Posted January 2, 2021 Share Posted January 2, 2021 44 minutes ago, Robertwil18 said: So I have shot about 500 rounds of the 9mm Major Blackdot Ammo, and had a chance to chrono some today from my Honcho in Open configuration. I am REALLY hoping the chrono (not mine) was just having a bad day and terribly wrong, but i was getting readings of 1995-2000 FPS for velocity at 10 feet. I am going to get out again in a couple days and check again with a brand new chrono, hopefully in ideal conditions, and try to get a more accurate reading. Had similar results with some of the 9mm Major loadings from Impact Ammo (121gr Major), right at 1990 FPS. There is no conceivable way it could really be producing 2K FPS velocity, right???? back up another 10 feet and see what you get... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 2, 2021 Share Posted January 2, 2021 1 hour ago, ChuckS said: back up another 10 feet and see what you get... 10 feet should be good though. Something is wrong with the CHRONO or conditions. 2K FPS? No way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJB Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 2 hours ago, Robertwil18 said: There is no conceivable way it could really be producing 2K FPS velocity, right???? Was the chrono in direct sunlight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robertwil18 Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 I assumed chrono HAD to be mistaken. 3 different 9 Major loads, Blackdot, Impact, and hand load from a reputable sponsored shooter all showed almost 1995 fps each round fired. Chrono was in direct sun light, which I believed may have skewed it. I just bought a new chrono and will check again this week. Not going to lie, I felt for a second like o was on borrowed time with a mortar in my hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robertwil18 Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Given data from the 121 and 124gr chronod. Hoping chrono or conditions were bad.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJB Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 25 minutes ago, Robertwil18 said: Chrono was in direct sun light, which I believed may have skewed it. I just bought a new chrono and will check again this week. When in direct sunlight, instead of the plastic strips, place a target on top no-shoot side down.....white facing sensors. If the sun is coming in at an angle put another target on top and off-set it enough to block the sunlight from reaching the sensors. Those numbers you show above are all consistently high though. Usually when sunlight is causing issues your numbers are erratic, not consistent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillywig Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 22TCM has a hard time hitting those velocities out of a pistol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Even a bad battery can skew crono readings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzt Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 My first Pro Digital chrono was bad. It was telling me my Trap loads were going 2000 fps. It was funny how everybody backed up when they saw the screen. They replaced the unit and it worked fine. As others have said, no direct sunlight can be allowed to fall of the sensor windows. The Pro Digital is more forgiving than say a Caldwell, but it still should be in the shade. There is a reason the chrono stations at USPSA matches have the chronos inside a box. BTW, it is worth the investment for the IR lights. They are more consistent than sunlight, and more accurate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eli_a Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 On 1/2/2021 at 3:52 PM, Robertwil18 said: So I have shot about 500 rounds of the 9mm Major Blackdot Ammo, and had a chance to chrono some today from my Honcho in Open configuration. I am REALLY hoping the chrono (not mine) was just having a bad day and terribly wrong, but i was getting readings of 1995-2000 FPS for velocity at 10 feet. I am going to get out again in a couple days and check again with a brand new chrono, hopefully in ideal conditions, and try to get a more accurate reading. Had similar results with some of the 9mm Major loadings from Impact Ammo (121gr Major), right at 1990 FPS. There is no conceivable way it could really be producing 2K FPS velocity, right???? I know this is an old post, but any update on black dot ammo ? Have you been using it since ? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APL-G35 Posted January 16, 2023 Share Posted January 16, 2023 Another to add to the list is Vantage Reloading. I got a cert for some 9 major ammo from them. Chrono'd at 172 and all ran flawlessly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc68cal Posted January 16, 2023 Share Posted January 16, 2023 21 hours ago, Eli_a said: I know this is an old post, but any update on black dot ammo ? Have you been using it since ? Thanks I shot black dot ammo at open nationals two years ago and chrono'd 165 PF with two popple holes. Nationals chrono that year was measuring slow for a lot of folks, but it'll make PF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eli_a Posted January 16, 2023 Share Posted January 16, 2023 3 hours ago, sc68cal said: I shot black dot ammo at open nationals two years ago and chrono'd 165 PF with two popple holes. Nationals chrono that year was measuring slow for a lot of folks, but it'll make PF Thank you for the info. How did it run for you ? I plan on running black dot for a bit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc68cal Posted January 16, 2023 Share Posted January 16, 2023 It was a great option for a couple months when I was having issues with my own loads, due to a bad batch of winchester primers and some worn out parts on my XL650 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynes_world_45 Posted January 27, 2023 Share Posted January 27, 2023 On 1/15/2023 at 5:19 PM, Eli_a said: I know this is an old post, but any update on black dot ammo ? Have you been using it since ? Thanks I run black dot exclusively. never had a single issue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eli_a Posted January 27, 2023 Share Posted January 27, 2023 29 minutes ago, waynes_world_45 said: I run black dot exclusively. never had a single issue Have you chrono’d any of them ? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynes_world_45 Posted January 27, 2023 Share Posted January 27, 2023 1 hour ago, Eli_a said: Have you chrono’d any of them ? Thanks 172 out of a CK shorty. Haven't chronoed out of my MPA yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueknight749 Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 I was at a match last year and I seen Eley Ammunition was selling 9maj and 38SC and they claimed guaranteed pf loads. They are worth a shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eli_a Posted February 4, 2023 Share Posted February 4, 2023 On 1/26/2023 at 7:47 PM, waynes_world_45 said: 172 out of a CK shorty. Haven't chronoed out of my MPA yet. Awesome, thank you. Got some coming and gonna test them out soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eli_a Posted February 4, 2023 Share Posted February 4, 2023 On 2/2/2023 at 6:19 PM, Blueknight749 said: I was at a match last year and I seen Eley Ammunition was selling 9maj and 38SC and they claimed guaranteed pf loads. They are worth a shot. They sell 38sc but the 9 that’s certified is 9 minor. They won’t be making 9 major anytime soon. I wish tho since I live so close to them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eli_a Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 Black Dot Chrono data, 2 holes, Akai comp: 1458 1479 1451 1463 1467 1452 1466 1461 1449 1466 1431 1435 1458 1447 Temp: 50 degrees Humidity: 33% Elevation: 1488 ft Cycled perfectly but just a little too hot out of my gun, in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankge Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 might be cranking it up so you dont go minor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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