Anyone keep a Range Log?

[Bonesinium]

I jot down what I shoot in a little notebook when at the range. That shows the date and what was shot. I then have a spreadsheet that keeps track of the totals, and remaining rounds I have left. It is more detailed in that sense, but does not include the dates shot.

 

[gym]

Unless you shoot competition or distance, I see no reason. Rifle over 200 yards, more like 600 to 1000 i could see needing that kind of info. But for pistol shooting "non competitive", at short ranges 7-30 yards, I see no need other than a hobbiest or reloader.

 

[TH3180]

I keep a log book for each gun. I guess my main reason for doing this is when my Grandpa gave me my first gun not to long ago, he handed me his log book with it. It has every round fired through my 1972 Colt New Frontier. As a side note when I have bought a few guns I started a log book for each one. Which worked out great when my BM Camper was having leading issues. It was really nice to tell Browning the gun has this many rounds and these are the dates they were shot, also this many were indoors and this many were outdoors. I got a new barrel with no hassle at all. I think it will be cool some day to look at a Grandkid and say this is your BM Camper here is the log book I have kept on since the day I bought it, way back in 2010.

 

[smallbore]

Sackett. .I kept logs for every firearm I ever owned. Whenever I sold one, the log went with it. The guns I have are my working battery and I only log the round count. Logging did help with selecting the ammo that worked best/printed closest to point of aim.
Thumper. .Thanks for sharing the log link.

 

[fastattack]

Why should I? I've only shot 200 rounds through my each of my guns. At least that is what all the online sellers seem to say! Ever notice that? Seriously, I don't (yet) just cause I'm lazy, and an engineer. Shooting should be fun and keeping logs isn't fun for me.

 

[NOVAShooter2010]

I posted on this thread back in December about RangeLog.com, an online shotlog I use that allows me to track my shots, firearms, drills, etc. I mention in my previous post that they had just announced mobile apps for both Android and iPhone.

I just saw in their latest newsletter that they are now taking applications for beta testing the Android app! I saw some pictures on Facebook, and I can't wait to start using this at the range! It sounds like the iPhone app is almost ready as well, but I didn't see anything about a beta program.

For anyone interested in tracking your shots online or on your mobile device, you should definitely check them out at www.rangelog.com.

 

[AWorthyOpponent]

I have a log that I routinely use...I stripped it and uploaded it for others to use if they want...

Firearms Log - Excel 2007 Spreadsheet

I don't keep track of days I took shots or anything. I usually just mark it down on my phone how many I've shot. and just add it to the number I had before...

 

[Kingofthehill]

I always have my pen on me that is also a Kubaton and when i shoot, i tare the flap of the box off to keep track of rounds fired and if i have a problem or anything worth noting, i just write it on the back.

When i get home i transfer it to an excel spreadsheet.

I track not only how many rounds, but what brand ammo and weight.

JOe

 

[redbullitt]

I like to keep a log with my precision rifles, along with data on the rounds fired and conditions etc. Really helps get a feel for weather conditions etc affecting how its shooting.

Good for value if I try to resell also. When I buy a used rifle, seeing a good documented log definitely adds value.

Also it lets you know your round count and when you should probably be ordering a barrel or other things like that.

 

[mcdonl]

I keep the targets with load information in it for comparison to the next load... until I find the "sweet" load.

I also cross out the number strip on my ammo boxes every time I reload brass.

 

[xcgates]

Ignoring the age of the thread, does anyone have a line on the logging software thumper posted early on the first page?

The website is no longer registered. I am thinking about setting up a spreadsheet similar to my logs for vehicles, but something software related, NOT dependent on an active internet connection would be cool.

 

[Logan5]

I noticed the dead link myself, which depressed me because I'm keeping my shooter's diary in a moleskine notebook and adding up my yearly round counts on graph paper like a simple primate.

 

[xcgates]

Exactly what I was thinking Logan, I kept a logbook during highschool and college for running/skiing, and leafing through adding up the mileage got old real quick.

I mean, computer is no longer a job description for cryin' out loud!

Of course I still love those Moleskins, and Rite-in-the-Rain notebooks, something very nice about a quality notebook, and your own handwriting. Especially when you are trying to stay motivated over the long haul.

 

[A-FIXER]

like most here I reload and I won't shoot if I can not track the mfg always something new to shoot.

 

[darkhelmet]

log every shot

absolutely i keep a range log. it's just part of the enjoyment tracking my progress. just like i save my targets.

i track number of rounds thru each gun, rounds between cleanings, and fte/ftf/jam by ammo manufacturer.

i rent guns and i track number of rounds by caliber. still looking for a place that rents .380. haven't stepped up to try .357 yet.

i also track all expenses.

started shooting just about two years ago.

it's two guns, 15,000 rounds, and $5,800 later.