Reload test report card info needed.

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Fellow reloaders how are we?
So along with the load data cards we all fill out with every load im working on printing a small card to be filled out while testing or using I am sure I missing something that's where you come in.
Any info you think could or should be added please chime in.
So far this is what I have.
Load Test Report.
1. Mag/Cyl Fit.
2.Chambering.
3.Feeding.
4. Recoil.
5.Ejection.
6. Accuracy.
7. Pressure Signs.
8. Case/Primer Condition.
9. Firearm Condition. Sooty?.Leading? Brass or copper?
10. Overall Preformanc.
This would follow me home with the load data.
So any input would be good .
Thanx
 
All that just goes into my log book with each load. Each page has large space for notes. Also this way there is a history.
 
I also note POA vs POI as different bullet weight/powder charge loads shoot higher than others.

For semi-auto, some note ejection pattern and distance (Spent brass falls by feet vs spent brass flung to next county).

For revolvers, Walkalong does powder forward, powder back.

For chrono testing, I also note ambient temperature to check for powder temperature sensitivity.

With wet tumbled brass that are clean inside of case, I also note amount of fouling (or lack thereof) inside of spent brass.
 
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I keep sort of a journal for each range trip and write down what I did/learned/practiced.
 
Am I having fun?
Heck yeah!!!
Reason I want this kinda thing.....
Once I find a good load I fill an ammo can with 1000 or so rounds.
Only problem is if I can't find zact components a year or so later.
 
I also note "smoke", at least for pistol loads. Couple Titegroup with a lubed lead load and the dark stages become a nightmare.

jeeptim said:
6. Accuracy.
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Do you mean accuracy or precision? I note "group", even though I keep the paper target I can go back to. My notes are a summary so I can compare the summaries and then dive in to the details later if I need to.
I note "rating", it's a 1-5 star, much like a photograph. Subjective aggregation of the various factors. Maybe this is close to your #10?
 
I take a legal pad with me when testing loads and make notes. I include time of day, weather, and chrony readings, but from your list I would use;
#2, 3 and 5 for a semi-auto handloads
#4 for Magnum revolvers.
#6
#8
#10

Under "notes" I indicate if I feel this load is worth more work ("try again) or move on ("try different load")...
 
Am I having fun?
Heck yeah!!!
Reason I want this kinda thing.....
Once I find a good load I fill an ammo can with 1000 or so rounds.
Only problem is if I can't find zact components a year or so later.
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Well, one thing about this life pursuit is you will never get board with it. You won't have time to. I love to learn and I think that's why loading and shooting my own ammo has never gotten old for me. It's something I'll never master. I love that.
 
All the notes I take for a given load fit on a 3x5 card ( I only load for handguns).
Bullet type and manufacturer
Powder type and weight of charge
OAL
Brass type
Primer type
Did it cycle the gun if applicable
Did it meet my accuracy needs - I use a 5 star system
 
Anyone use technology? I bought an action camera and stick it beside me on the range so I can watch how I shoot.
 
I too like all aspects of reloading from researching components, to finding load data in my manuals, to assembling ammo, shooting and analyzing results. I have spent any enjoyable hours pouring over catalogs and manuals and recording and reviewing the results (I have 3, three ring binders with loads, notes and some targets in my shop and a bunch of data/reviews on my computer). It's all fun..
 
mdi said:
I too like all aspects of reloading from researching components, to finding load data in my manuals, to assembling ammo, shooting and analyzing results. I have spent any enjoyable hours pouring over catalogs and manuals and recording and reviewing the results (I have 3, three ring binders with loads, notes and some targets in my shop and a bunch of data/reviews on my computer). It's all fun..
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Exactly right. If I didn't enjoy it I wouldn't do it.
I use those folders with the metal folding tabs with notebook paper so I can easily add pages into the appropriate spot. I also use tabbed subject dividers to separate the different calibers. Suppose one day I will go thru and consolidate notes so they make more sense!
 
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mdi said:
I too like all aspects of reloading from researching components, to finding load data in my manuals, to assembling ammo, shooting and analyzing results. I have spent any enjoyable hours pouring over catalogs and manuals and recording and reviewing the results (I have 3, three ring binders with loads, notes and some targets in my shop and a bunch of data/reviews on my computer). It's all fun..
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Its kind of mad scientisty :)
 
Here's a screencap of one of my videos
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I put my camera beside my 'range' and call out the velocity as I shoot. so I can review later.
 

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