I like the idea of a reloading label, and I also like the idea of a "reloading check list", so if I get interrupted, there will be no question as to what I've done, and also as a reminder so I don't forget something. This assumes the reloading is done on a single station press.
My plan is to print this out when I start reloading one or two boxes of bullets, check off each step as it's done, and use the top of the form for the reloading "label". I'll probably make changes once I start using it.
RELOADING DATA LABEL FOR ONE BOX OF AMMO
Box Number:
Caliber:
Date Reloaded:
number of rounds
Bullet (weight, brand, style):
Powder (brand and weight):
Primer:
Case:
Case length:
OverAl lLength:
Velocity:
Notes:
RELOADING CHECK LIST
number of times cases reloaded
brand of cases, if known
lot number of cases, if known
intended case length
initial check for damaged cases
check case lengths
clean in tumbler
empty tumbler debris, re-check cases
lubricate
insert dies in press
size/deprime
expand case end
insert primer
check weight from powder dispenser
add powder
every 10th bullet, check weight from dispenser
visual check of powder levels in cases
press in bullet
crimp
measure overall length of bullet