As I sat here tonight, an idea for a subject hit me that I don't recall being thoroughly discussed here. Keeping track of reloads! This is a very important subject and I thought would be fun to discuss. I have supplied an example of what I use to keep track of my reloads. There are three of these per page, with each particular fire arm having its own set of records, as I reload one batch of brass for one gun only and do not mix loads between guns. I full size all of my brass, so that is the reason for it not being there. I can still get 4 to 5 loads out of my .223 and 4 or 5 out of my .30-06, and then I have an 8mm, which I have not began reloading for, but should be able to get about 5 reloads out of that with no problem. I don't know how many times I can reload brass for my .45.
Put some more input into this thread, maybe I missed something, or some other suggestions for keeping track of loads. I also put the pertinent information ont the container that holds the finished rounds.
Date Loaded:________________ Amount Loaded:_________ Batch #________________
Case:_______________ Primer:__________ Powder:______________________________
Bullet:___________________________________________ __________________________
Cost per shot:__________ Avg. Group Size:____________" C.O.A.L.________________"
Pressure Signs:____________________________________________ __________________
Trimming Notes:____________________________________________ ________________
Number of times loaded:___________________________________________ __________
Notes:____________________________________________ _________________________
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I made some similar label on the computer, that will go onto the plastic cases where I will store my reloads. Pretty much the same info, except I also put "Calculated Velocity", and "Actual Velocity" on mine.
Charlie
I keep a log book for every round loaded whether its 5 or 5000, I note the case, bullet, primer and powder along with the lot numbers on the containers. OAL, date and quanity. My date will be the lot # for that batch of ammo ie; if I load 20 rnds of 270 today it will be #011904 if I decide to load some 357 also it will become #011904-1 and etc. Its simple and works for me.
If I run a review or test on a bbl or load some ammo for someone elses gun I make up an index card with all the pertinent chronograph info and send it all home with the owner.
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Keeping track of loads.
