Reloading Spreadsheets

[mulyhuntr]

Does anybody get nerdy with their reloading and track their loads and velocities in a spreadsheet?

Here is one that I created and I'd be interested to see what you guys use and any suggestions you may have.

I can share if anybody wants a copy of it.

 

[BigN]

I have a chronograph I purchased two years ago and it's not even out of the box yet. I don't care how fast they go as long as they hit where I'm aiming. I'm sure there are many guys here who nerd out while reloading. Gadgets are cool though and if you invented one yourself, even better.

 

[Jcinnb]

I am a data kind of guy. So far I am working on Case trim and deviation.

Either I am not trimming correctly, or my calipers are a tad suspect, regardless, I really like to present the data and try to make meaning from it.

 

[beatledog7]

Neat! I keep a spreadsheet, but it's not that complex. It contains only the detailed load specs for every lot and my impressions of how they shot.

 

[Captaingyro]

I like the concept.

 

[Arkansas Paul]

Not me. I label the boxes, that's all. I have scratched down notes about accurate loads so I don't forget them, but thats about it.

 

[carbine85]

I don't. I keep a log on new loads and some general notes on performance. If I were competing I would probably keep a spreadsheet with day to day performance.

 

[stavman11]

I have a spreadsheet... but is used mainly for inputing data at the Range.... i dont input it back into the spreadsheet yet..
But may some day...

Nice info guys

 

[joecil]

I looked at a number of these then wrote my own using Access and Excel. It also keeps records of my guns, targets I use that can be printed out, manuals on my guns as well as my inventory of supplies etc. I also have it track my loads and number of rounds through my guns as well.

 

[dgod]

I would love to have a copy of the spreadsheet. I have a lot of loads for different calibers, and potentially, I can create a good sized workbook.

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Thanks
Dan

 

[genebofunk]

I have one that I started that is up to 9ish different sheets for load data for each combo I've put together, bullets on hand (with price per bullet), primer inventory, chrono data, headspace data for specific rifle/bullet combinations, and general reloading notes, and other random stuff.

 

[cfullgraf]

mulyhuntr, nice spreadsheets.

I am still old school and use paper and loose leaf binders.

Either system does the job.

 

[Rule3]

Nice Spread Sheet. I am afraid using it would give me PTSD from past employment

I do log my chronograph data on the data collection sheet and keep it in a 3 ring binder for reference. So I have the info, just not on a electronic storage device.

 

[Trent]

Does anybody get nerdy with their reloading and track their loads and velocities in a spreadsheet?

Here is one that I created and I'd be interested to see what you guys use and any suggestions you may have.

I can share if anybody wants a copy of it.

On my precision rifles, I track my batches of loads for bullet weight & type, powder charge, OAL, range, environment (temp, humidity, barometer, wind, wind direction), # shots fired in the group, group size overall, group size vertical, group size horizontal. This is mainly to develop the best load, as testing might take a year or two before I'm content, and I might "get back to it" after a 5-6 month break during the summer. after that I crank out rounds and just track # of shots down the bore so I have an idea of when to expect my barrel to wear out.

Everything else just gets shot and cleaned.

 

[Hondo 60]

Ya I'm kinda nerdy that way too.

I don't remember where I got this.
But it was probably on this forum.

 

[gamestalker]

I have a log book that I list the brass, powder charge / type, bullet weight / type, distance to the lands if for a rifle, primer, and chorny results in. Within each load listed I include a section for notes so I can track accuracy and pressure signs. And then I reference each of my logged loads, with a label on each box so I know what I'm shooting. But I really think your spread sheet is well designed, I'm just not a computer type of guy.

GS

 

[etcher1]

Looks great, l would like to check it out. PM sent.

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[Lennyjoe]

Log book here. No spreadsheet.

 

[Crashbox]

Since I just purchased a chronograph recently, the nerd in me is definitely alive and well.

That is one very nice spreadsheet, and a copy would be great.

 

[1SOW]

I only track PISTOL load data Sorted by BULLET and type' using a word processor chart.

Bullet Manufacturer, Weight, Type, OAL, Powder, Load, Speed, PF, SD , Comments
Comments include : Accuracy, "FEEL", Temp, and any future changes needed.

Last column only shows "Best Load" details.

All data is in the PC and backed up automatically on a second internal hard drive weekly.

I print out rows of "Load Labels" for EACH load and they get cut off as needed and taped to all bullet boxes and also taped to the wall next to my reloader..

The Rows of labels that I'm actually reloading are clipped on a raised flexible holder VISIBLE behind my press.

 

[32_d3gr33s]

this is how i keep track...

 

[mulyhuntr]

You guys have some great ideas. I think I'm going to have to add a few columns. Will send out to those who requested it.

 

[ArchAngelCD]

I have a chronograph I purchased two years ago and it's not even out of the box yet. I don't care how fast they go as long as they hit where I'm aiming.

A chrono is not a toy but a very useful tool for load development.

A chrono can tell you if your load might be overpressure because the velocities are way too high.

A chrono can give you important information on velocity so you know if a bullet will reliably expand or not.

A chrono is necessary to tell you what velocity a load you developed is generating so you can accurately calculate bullet drop which is very important with a hunting load.

There's more but those 3 alone show a need for using a chronograph for load development.

 

[Hondo 60]

have you guys & gals noticed any difference by headstamps?

That's the one thing I haven't tracked.
I do record it on a card that goes in the box, but haven't added that to a spread sheet.

 

[HexHead]

How are you arriving at the FtLb number?