Shot timers

Any of you guys use these and what are thoughts and recommendation for them ?

 

Have used them a few times. In my opinion they run way too fast.

 

I've used them before as well. I think they are a good idea if you are doing any serious training or any sort of competition. I sold the last one I had when I took a hiatus from IDPA. It was just sitting there and since I was almost always with someone that had one I figured I didn't need it.

This one or a similar older model is what I had. I like it pretty well. Worked great and was compact.

http://www.cedhk.com/shop/products/CED7000-Shot%2dActivated-Timer.html

 

I use this one...
https://www.amazon.com/Competition-...F8&qid=1480876178&sr=8-3&keywords=shot+timers
I highly advise using shot timers in a large portion of your training. Not everything needs to be timed. However, you do need a base line to improve. Shot timers help improve your speed and are a great way to compete with your range partner.

 

I am sure I will feel this way as soon as I start using it

It will be for training, I have no interest in competition yet.

My main use will be just that to put myself under a little stress and know weather I am improving or not. The first task will be to improve my draw and getting the first shot on target. I feel like I am doing it pretty fast but want to know for sure.

 

Shot timers are a great stress inducer. They also help you compete with yourself!

 

Anyone use a shot timer app?

 

I don't own a smartphone or I might have tried one.

 

I've got the CED700. The display **** out on me within the first few months. They replaced it right away, so I cant complain about the customer service. I am still not a fan of the display though, it can be hard to read. At some point I will be selling it for something else....

 

I have never had any luck with those shot time apps. They are just not consistent. They are great for dry fire practice though.

 

I have been looking at the Pocket Pro shot timers, just trying to catch them on sale.