You just answered everyone’s question on hit indicators. I bought the Caldwell a time ago and had reservations on its durability (despite what’s been written/“tested” out there). You’re the man! See you soon. 🇨🇱
I've had 2 of the Caldwell Flash Bang Indicators for about 8 months now. Very reliable and visible. I have shot out 3 of the LEDs on one of them and the remaining LEDs work fine, The LEDs are individually wired, so if you hit any of them the rest still work OK.
Great showing on this. I've been waiting to see how they work with a real person. You are the best at showing things like this off. Just got back from a PRS match today. I had a few that I thought I hit, but no one could confirm, so I didn't count them on my score. This could have helped a lot with that type of issue. I think if you mount them just under the lower edge of the target, the spall will deflect lower and it should be fairly protected. At least until someone clips the t-post itself, lol. I will probably grab a 10 pack to try out and bring to the next match to test and see what they think. Maybe we can all chip in for the 50 pack and take to each match as they alternate ranges each month. I like it, Ray! And BTW, I ended up 3rd overall today!! My best finish so far in this local series. I might get myself confident enough to try a sanctioned PRS match at Ninnekah in a few months!! Have a great one, sir!!
@XRING Thank you, Ray! I am quite happy. Was not expecting to finish that well. Made plenty of mistakes to work on, but less than previous matches. Trying to get better every month!!
I hit my flash bang with a 223 round. It went through the leds and angled into the body and went through one of the a a batteries. The unit continued to work in that condition. I brought it home and glued it back together and it’s still working a couple of thousand rounds later. Don’t worry about durability if you are thinking about getting one.
I am definitely ordering a bunch of those HITS. Cheap and easy to throw in my pack. I have 600 yard range that I have to myself. But I have to pack in everything. So being small and lightweight alone is a reason I want it.
The multi charging can be done easily with a multi pack charger for drones. Mine will charge 10 1500Mah 16V packs at a time and discharge them to storage voltage when your done. For clubs or match directors this would be the way to go. I might take some soldering to modify the multi charge board but if there is a demand I’d be willing to do batches of them.
Ive got 2x caldwell flash bangs and they just dont stay on the target with bigger calibers. One i had the hook side of the velcro separate from the indicator. Caldwell sent a new one.
With how sensitive the Hornady HIT is, I would be interested to see if it has issues with false indications in a strong wind. I've had several matches where the wind is so strong that it blows the plate around. My T1000s have never had an issue with false indications and from my limited experience with the caldwell in strong wind it doesn't either. But the HIT is so sensitive I would be worried about that.
HIT is extremely sensitive. Put them on my big steel targets at 1000+ and any significant wind causes enough movement of the support that they flash constantly. Look at the 9:45 mark in this video and you will see the neighboring target that was not impacted flash. At risk of getting a lot of false positives IMO
ive gone and watched a few 22prs matches and i don't understand why they use steel. I have a bunch of aluminum plates that i play with and it is so much better with 22s. i get a really nice loud ring and movement
I honestly trust you're opinion if you ever have time to give me can recommendations that'd be dope. I got my first and its great but I want a couple more for some other applications and that'd be cool but you're a busy sexy man so I understand either way
That hornady one is a cycling taillight, even that clip is exactly what you get at a bike shop. I urge you to stop by a bike shop and look for yourself, cycling has had some of the best daybright compact lights like that for 10 years now. I've got two on their charger right now
@@XRING I was going to say they added an accelerometer to it. Not a dig at Hornady, just very recognizable design. Garmin sells a set of lights with built in radar that dim and brighten based on distance of vehicles near you, would be interesting to see if that could be implemented in a hit marker in a similar way
People have been telling me big ivy/ Silas branch is back open. Do u know if this is true? I think I know who owns it but I can't find anything about a range
Great content as always. I’m not really sure how, but I had a Caldwell unit come off the plate, cracked, and even open up in two places and it still works. No LED lights were hit but I’m pretty sure some jackass at the range I was at hit the steel with 6.5 while we weren’t looking (using .22 at 330y). Definitely going to give the Hornandy a try next. Thanks!
I don’t think it’s a good option because it will detect impacts on the frame or T-post. We already have enough competitors discussing impact and etc it just another potential issue. At the price they charge for prs match they can afford T-1000 or the MDT unit
I have a T1000 but I made the mistake of leaving it out on a target but I think that Texas humidity got it and it no longer functions. I bought 6 Caldwell Flash Bangs and so far they're great, I just make sure to take them off when not in use and store them in an ammo can with a desiccant.
Thanks for this video buddy. As a match director from a small club, hit indicators were always outside our budget. We have 12-caldwells set up for next weeks Winter War match. Because of your video I just ordered 6-Hornady’s for myself for my long range practice. These hornadys are so cheap, match directors can put them on every single target including pistol targets. Thanks bud
Velcro a piece of 1"x2" (or lath) to the back of the steel that extends up above it. Attach the HIT to that. 3 dots, 2 dots, and a dash is "SIT". "HIT" is 4 dots, 2 dots, and a dash.
Hornady always excels at what ever they strive to do , Thanks Ray for the time and cost to make this review
You just answered everyone’s question on hit indicators. I bought the Caldwell a time ago and had reservations on its durability (despite what’s been written/“tested” out there). You’re the man! See you soon. 🇨🇱
Thanks for taking the time to put this video together. Clean, informative, awesome!
Had no clue the Hornady HIT was a thing… looks like the direction I’ll be moving for my targets. Appreciate the video!
Dang you. Beat me to this video. LOL
X-Ring is fast , real fast lol.
LOL! I still look forward to your video Joel.
I've had 2 of the Caldwell Flash Bang Indicators for about 8 months now. Very reliable and visible. I have shot out 3 of the LEDs on one of them and the remaining LEDs work fine, The LEDs are individually wired, so if you hit any of them the rest still work OK.
Great showing on this. I've been waiting to see how they work with a real person. You are the best at showing things like this off. Just got back from a PRS match today. I had a few that I thought I hit, but no one could confirm, so I didn't count them on my score. This could have helped a lot with that type of issue. I think if you mount them just under the lower edge of the target, the spall will deflect lower and it should be fairly protected. At least until someone clips the t-post itself, lol. I will probably grab a 10 pack to try out and bring to the next match to test and see what they think. Maybe we can all chip in for the 50 pack and take to each match as they alternate ranges each month. I like it, Ray!
And BTW, I ended up 3rd overall today!! My best finish so far in this local series. I might get myself confident enough to try a sanctioned PRS match at Ninnekah in a few months!! Have a great one, sir!!
Thank you and thanks for watching the channel! Congratulations on your finish!
@XRING Thank you, Ray! I am quite happy. Was not expecting to finish that well. Made plenty of mistakes to work on, but less than previous matches. Trying to get better every month!!
I hit my flash bang with a 223 round. It went through the leds and angled into the body and went through one of the a a batteries. The unit continued to work in that condition. I brought it home and glued it back together and it’s still working a couple of thousand rounds later. Don’t worry about durability if you are thinking about getting one.
Great comparison i know the route I'll be taking for my new range
Very informative thank you.
Ray, if possible, I would like to see a review of the CZ 600 Range. It sounds really good.
Thanks
Thanks for this ray. Waiting on mine to test on my 1300 yard shot. I was wanting to ask when will you check out the new 22 arc
Great review and test! Thanks
I am definitely ordering a bunch of those HITS. Cheap and easy to throw in my pack. I have 600 yard range that I have to myself. But I have to pack in everything. So being small and lightweight alone is a reason I want it.
Hi, great review, your videos are always very interesting. Greetings from Gdynia Poland
It’s almost just like my bike lights 😀
Similar form to some lights, but the motion sensor would be hell on your eyes on a bike, strobe effect as you go along! 😂
I liked the Caldwell but knew the limits. I really like the new Hornady ones way more and the price is fantastic.
The multi charging can be done easily with a multi pack charger for drones. Mine will charge 10 1500Mah 16V packs at a time and discharge them to storage voltage when your done. For clubs or match directors this would be the way to go. I might take some soldering to modify the multi charge board but if there is a demand I’d be willing to do batches of them.
Great review thank you
Ive got 2x caldwell flash bangs and they just dont stay on the target with bigger calibers. One i had the hook side of the velcro separate from the indicator. Caldwell sent a new one.
Also it's been buried under the snow for a few weeks after the 300 norma sent it flying. I'll be ordering the HIT.
Great review
Yah I hit mine , each led is wired separately so other led will work 😅
Looked and sounded familiar Hickory here.
love them . im buying more
just commenting this bc no one else has, idk whats wrong but the audio is like 90 percent coming out of my right speaker and barely out the left
i do like the caldwell flash bang the best...
Caldwell has no rubber gasket it's just 2 plastics sandwiched together
With how sensitive the Hornady HIT is, I would be interested to see if it has issues with false indications in a strong wind. I've had several matches where the wind is so strong that it blows the plate around. My T1000s have never had an issue with false indications and from my limited experience with the caldwell in strong wind it doesn't either. But the HIT is so sensitive I would be worried about that.
HIT is extremely sensitive. Put them on my big steel targets at 1000+ and any significant wind causes enough movement of the support that they flash constantly. Look at the 9:45 mark in this video and you will see the neighboring target that was not impacted flash. At risk of getting a lot of false positives IMO
ive gone and watched a few 22prs matches and i don't understand why they use steel. I have a bunch of aluminum plates that i play with and it is so much better with 22s. i get a really nice loud ring and movement
Will they all be set off when being used on the infinite defense targets?
Will the hit go off if the wind is blowing your target?
I have found that if it moves the support that it is attached to it will
Arken EP5 or Vortex Strike Eagle?
Caldwell is the best for me. You can clearly see it out of 2 miles. The other two…not a chance. Just saying…again, for me.
They should have done it usb c
That hornady one isn't available anywhere
Midway shows them in stock
Just placed my order . Thanks brother great topic as always . Stay safe
Hey, I know that range 😅
Barley hear content
I had an issue with the microphone.
I honestly trust you're opinion if you ever have time to give me can recommendations that'd be dope. I got my first and its great but I want a couple more for some other applications and that'd be cool but you're a busy sexy man so I understand either way
That hornady one is a cycling taillight, even that clip is exactly what you get at a bike shop. I urge you to stop by a bike shop and look for yourself, cycling has had some of the best daybright compact lights like that for 10 years now. I've got two on their charger right now
I am sure it is a simple adaptation of a cycling light. However, a cycling light doesn’t have accelerometer to indicate an impact do they ?
@@XRING I was going to say they added an accelerometer to it. Not a dig at Hornady, just very recognizable design. Garmin sells a set of lights with built in radar that dim and brighten based on distance of vehicles near you, would be interesting to see if that could be implemented in a hit marker in a similar way
looks like Hornady Hit would be a great bicycle rear light as well
People have been telling me big ivy/ Silas branch is back open. Do u know if this is true? I think I know who owns it but I can't find anything about a range
Are you in Western NC?
Absolutely!
Great content as always. I’m not really sure how, but I had a Caldwell unit come off the plate, cracked, and even open up in two places and it still works. No LED lights were hit but I’m pretty sure some jackass at the range I was at hit the steel with 6.5 while we weren’t looking (using .22 at 330y). Definitely going to give the Hornandy a try next. Thanks!
Great information enjoy your channel all is good Keep it up Man!
Nicely done my friend
I don’t think it’s a good option because it will detect impacts on the frame or T-post.
We already have enough competitors discussing impact and etc it just another potential issue.
At the price they charge for prs match they can afford T-1000 or the MDT unit
Great review. News you can use!
Thank you FCP!
Very helpful product, thanks
Hornady one maybe putting angled plate above ro protect from smalling
I have a T1000 but I made the mistake of leaving it out on a target but I think that Texas humidity got it and it no longer functions. I bought 6 Caldwell Flash Bangs and so far they're great, I just make sure to take them off when not in use and store them in an ammo can with a desiccant.
Thanks for this video buddy. As a match director from a small club, hit indicators were always outside our budget. We have 12-caldwells set up for next weeks Winter War match. Because of your video I just ordered 6-Hornady’s for myself for my long range practice. These hornadys are so cheap, match directors can put them on every single target including pistol targets. Thanks bud
One of my flashbangs has 3 impacts on it and it still works!
Great vid!
Thanks Ray, sure beats the cost of other options.
Velcro a piece of 1"x2" (or lath) to the back of the steel that extends up above it. Attach the HIT to that.
3 dots, 2 dots, and a dash is "SIT". "HIT" is 4 dots, 2 dots, and a dash.
Great review Ray 👍. I’ll be getting a bunch of the Hornady HIT indicators once they are available in my neck of the woods. Cheers 🍻
I just ordered 6-off Midway and I’ll have them on Monday.