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Garmin - Xero C1 Pro Chronograph - Black
Average customer rating
4.9
(941 Reviews)
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Customer Reviews for Garmin - Xero C1 Pro Chronograph - Black
Customer Rating
5
Easiest to Use and Safest Chronograph
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: JJGorman
I purchased the Garmin Xero C1 because I handload for a large number of cartridges, ranging from the 0.223 WSSM to the 0.577 Snider. Particularly with the large blackpowder cartridges, it is important to understand the relationship between velocity and powder charge with very low loading densities. I have owned four chronographs prior to the Xero C1 over the past 40 years, including all the commonly advertised types. With the skyscreen-type chronographs, you have to set up the skyscreens (or the whole chronograph) in front of the firing line. This can range from inconvenient to dangerous on a crowded firing line, where you need to get everyone else to cease fire for setup and takedown. With the Xero C1, you simply place the unit on its convenient tripod in the vicinity of the muzzle, and you are ready to go. The phone app makes it really easy to store your data on phone or computer, and the user interface is very intuitive and user friendly. My muzzle velocity range goes from ~ 600 ft/sec. for 0.455 Webley or 0.50 Remington Army Pistol, up to 4500 ft/sec for the 0.223 WSSM. In loading for my 0.577 Snider, I had several rounds fail to clear the muzzle because of poor ignition with very small charges of 4198, and the Xero C1 clued me in to check the bore with zero measured velocity. The small size and easy user interface mean that you can take the Xero C1 to the range every time you go, where the complication of a skyscreen chronograph is a serious deterrant. All in all, the Garmin Xero C1 is the best chronograph I have ever used, and I always bring it to the range, which means I know more about how my loads are performing.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
4
Nice features but misses shots
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: JWS597
My replacement unit is much better at collecting shot data, but still fails to capture 6-10% of shots. There appears to be some indoor range interference, however several other shooters do not experience near as many misses with their Xeros. Tried comparing units side-by-side and mine will fail when others do not.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Game changer!
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Kingbullelk
This is an absolute game changer! No more trying to line up a chrono or making sure there's enough bright lite. This is an absolute must buy!!!
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Amazing device!
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Alvin the 1st
I bought this, so I could have a convenient way to check the velocity of my loads. It works fantastic. It may cost a little, but it’s the best money I have spent lately, it works great, gives you plenty of information and it’s super simple to set up. You won’t go wrong getting one.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Best chronograph ever!
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: JimT
Easy to use and never misses a shot! Can be handheld.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
A Must Have for Any Serious Shooter
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Txdrft
Oh course I use this as part of my testing of my reloads. I also now test the factory ammo I use. It is just too easy to not do it. Fits in a tiny bag that came with a Nikon Coolpix camera I bought 20 years ago. It’s so small I could loose it in my range bag.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
Garmin C1 Pro - Simple, Compact, Reliable
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: Don223
The Garmin chronograph is a game-changer. Compared to the old sky screen type, it's a breeze to use. Compact and easy to handle, it fits in my range bag without taking up much space. Most importantly, it's reliable. No more fussing with clunky equipment that only works in perfect conditions, so I seldom use it. With the Garmin, I'm always ready to go. A bit speedy, but my favorite gun related purchase in a long time.
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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Customer Rating
5
easy to use,never miss a shot and is small and co
on April 16, 2024
Posted by: terry 338
this device does this best job of tracking bullet speed.that i have ever used
Response from GarminBy Garmin, April 22, 2024
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