Simple interactive demo of what a flyback chronograph actually does compared with a regular chronograph.
A regular chronograph usually needs stop, then reset, then start again. A flyback can reset to zero and restart with one push while timing is active — useful for repeated sequential timing.
Flyback adds extra mechanism so reset can happen cleanly during running timing. That is part of why flyback watches are often positioned as more specialized chronographs.
This is a simplified educational demo, not a full calibre simulation.
What is a flyback chronograph?A chronograph that can reset and restart in one action, instead of separate stop/reset/start steps.
How is flyback different from a normal chronograph?Normal chronographs usually require stop before reset. Flyback can instantly reset during timing.
Why do pilots like flyback?It makes repeated timing sequences faster and cleaner.
Is flyback more complicated?Yes, it generally adds mechanism compared with a basic chronograph.