On-Line Reloading Data?

[BobABQ]

I am still relatively new to reloading, so far I have only 2 reloading books but I have found that some manufacturers will provide load data on their website, i.e. Speer and Nosler.

Is there a good software app that provides basically a single source for reloading data?

Something like all of the reloading manuals in one place that is updated as needed?

Thank you very much.

 

[Ru4real]

My favorite source is Hodgdon website which has Hodgdon, Winchester, IMR, Accurate and Ramshot brands. It’s been 10 years since I’ve bought a manual, but some people prefer books.

https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/

 

[Zahn]

I don't know if there is really a Grand Unified F̶i̶e̶l̶d̶ ̶T̶h̶e̶o̶r̶y̶ Reloading Data source.

 

[Charlie98]

Midway and others used to sell 'LoadBooks' which was a by cartridge compilation of printed data, they were $15 or so, if memory serves. Data is being continuously updated, so even printed manuals are dated by the time they hit the shelves... although the data is still valid. The biggest change has been pressure readings from CUP to PSI... and testing with better equipment, along with all the usual things like new bullets and powders. Is there a central on-line data source? Prolly not. Should there be? Prolly not. You are welcome to compile data for yourself from sources... that's likely the best bet.

 

[twarr1]

I have probably 30 manuals going back to 1930’s. I have the Hornady online subscription ( not recommended). But my go-to source is usually Hodgdon.

 

[Seedy Character]

I like the Hodgdon on-line data.

Though, I have 3 manuals and some pamplets.

 

[243winxb]

Lee modern 2nd edition manual has generic data (i think?) as does https://stevespages.com/page8a.htm
Not recommended. But interesting to look at the range between maximum & minimum powder charges.

Hodgdon, Speer, Alliant, Nosler are more useful.
Change any component in the data, pressure changes also.

 

[Bazoo]

I like loadbooks.com one caliber one manual books. Granted it's older and won't include all the new powders but it's an invaluable resource if available in your caliber.

 

[Show Me]

I like loadbooks.com one caliber one manual books. Granted it's older ad won't include all the new powders but it's an invaluable resource if available in your caliber.

It's funny but the one for 38 sp under ribs shows bad info which is why the bullet manufacture books

 

[armydog]

I am still relatively new to reloading, so far I have only 2 reloading books but I have found that some manufacturers will provide load data on their website, i.e. Speer and Nosler.

Is there a good software app that provides basically a single source for reloading data?

Something like all of the reloading manuals in one place that is updated as needed?

Thank you very much.

I have a Lyman and Hornady manual. I've also reached out to Berger and Barnes and they sent me PDFs of select pages in their manuals without having to buy their books.

I check this site out from time to time. https://www.shootersreference.com/reloadingdata/357-magnum/

https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/reloading-data-center?rdc=true&type=54

https://ramshot.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/WesternPowdersHandloadingGuide8.0_WEB.pdf

 

[AJC1]

There may be sites that provide compiled load data. I believe that a safe loader explores all data available to make a well informed decision. Several sources is the best path to good loads and keeping ten fingers

 

[GeoDudeFlorida]

It's funny but the one for 38 sp under ribs shows bad info which is why the bullet manufacture books

Huh? Now, looky here, I’m fluent in backwoods redneck but that just don’t make sense, even to me.

 

[AJC1]

Huh? Now, looky here, I’m fluent in backwoods redneck but that just don’t make sense, even to me.

Maybe you speak swamp and that's a Apalachicola

 

[GeoDudeFlorida]

Maybe you speak swamp and that's a Apalachicola

Near same, mostly.

 

[Bazoo]

I think he meant RCBS. I have the loadbook manual in 38. As well as the RCBS cast manual. What's wrong with their data? The only thing I seen is their use of reduced h110 data, but I haven't researched h110 in 38 special to see of its viable at all.

 

[Airborne Falcon]

I am still relatively new to reloading, so far I have only 2 reloading books but I have found that some manufacturers will provide load data on their website, i.e. Speer and Nosler.

Is there a good software app that provides basically a single source for reloading data?

Something like all of the reloading manuals in one place that is updated as needed?

Thank you very much.

There are online sources and manuals and all sorts of things .... but you're going to want to compile a good library. Manuals go far beyond simply providing load data. They also provide technique and history and process. Also, it will not be long before you realize that load data can, and does, often vary wildly between various manuals, online sources, YouTube videos ... etc.

The more reference material you have in your possession (that which you may source via manuals, online, etc), the better handloader and the better craftsman you will become.

One product source is insufficient imho. There is no one do-it-all source imho and I know someone is going to say "Lee's Modern" or the Lyman 50th .... but there are so many sources and they're all worth investing-in imho. You don't really have to have the latest and greatest unless you're loading a new offering like 300 PRC or one of those .... but you will need a few to cross reference. Hogdgon mags are a good start along with Lee's and Lyman's. I love the newest Speer ... 15th I think, I'll look tomorrow. The latest Hornady is fine ... 11th Edition I think. I'm pretty sure that Hornady sent me the newest Edition, free, because I subscribe yearly to their online guide but I can't remember for sure.

Sometimes you might find old Nosler and Berger manuals on eBay, same goes for the others. I spoke with a Sierra engineer the other day and he said they're not planning a new manual for awhile which was disappointing to me given they offer no data for their SIG V-Crown 147s which is one of my favorite 9mm projectiles subsonic ... so I worked-up my own.

Sierra does have an app, I rarely use it though.

Those caliber specific manuals someone mentioned (@Bazoo) above, the Load Book manuals .... I've got a number of those and used them back in day. What they are basically are photocopied recipes from all the manuals compiled into one caliber specific book ... with a lot of blank pages for you to enter your own notes as the years go by. (Lower left, with the black spiral homemade-look to them.)

 

[illinoisburt]

Alliant reloading manuals are available here: https://www.alliantpowder.com/resources/catalog.aspx

You can either download the PDF or fill out the form to have a paperback hard copy sent to you free of charge.

 

[Show Me]

I think he meant RCBS. I have the loadbook manual in 38. As well as the RCBS cast manual. What's wrong with their data? The only thing I seem is their use of reduced h110 data, but I haven't researched h110 in 38 special to see of its viable at all.

H110 and 2400 that no modern books use now.Speer #8 I believe had that info also. 11 grains of 2400 isn't a 38 sp load it's a 38-44 load . that's why several books are referenced not "the high road"

 

[JEBruns]

The Reloading Assistant app has a good collection of load data in it. I would not say it's all inclusive though.

 

[runner3264]

My fav is the powder manufacturer websites. Loading books have too much conflicting load data for the same powders and bullets.

 

[lordpaxman]

Is there a good software app that provides basically a single source for reloading data?

One app to rule them all? I’d be interested, if, it showed the source of the data as well. It’s another column in my spreadsheet, that is the source of the reloading data if there’s a reason to retrace my steps.

My favorite source is Hodgdon website which has Hodgdon, Winchester, IMR, Accurate and Ramshot brands. It’s been 10 years since I’ve bought a manual, but some people prefer books.

https://www.hodgdonreloading.com/

I noticed the addition of Accurate and Ramshot the other day, happened when I wasn’t looking!

 

[Show Me]

I think he meant RCBS. I have the loadbook manual in 38. As well as the RCBS cast manual. What's wrong with their data? The only thing I seem is their use of reduced h110 data, but I haven't researched h110 in 38 special to see of its viable at all.

Also try to find that hot 2400 load in any modern book. 11 grains of 2400 is a 38 44 load. That old info is in the speer #8 also. Must have not been pressure tested properly.

 

[Show Me]

Winchester of old always said do not reduce 296 loads. You won't find that load in any modern book. (296 is h110)

 

[Charlie98]

One app to rule them all? I’d be interested, if, it showed the source of the data as well. It’s another column in my spreadsheet, that is the source of the reloading data if there’s a reason to retrace my steps.

I downloaded a spreadsheet of .41MAG data many years ago... I don't even recall the source... but it was, essentially, a compilation of book data and the author's handloads, but they all had a source column, which was helpful. Sometimes you look at data and wonder where on Earth it came from.

 

[GeoDudeFlorida]

Also try to find that hot 2400 load in any modern book. 11 grains of 2400 is a 38 44 load. That old info is in the speer #8 also. Must have not been pressure tested properly.

Here’s a screenshot of the current release of the Sierra app:

.38Special +P with a 158gr JSP and 11gr of 2400.
Yup. It’s still there.