Question about handgun log book...what do you use?

[xcibes]

I see that many of you keep track of the bullet count on your glocks and such, sort of keep a log. What kind of system do you use? Do you just write it down on a piece of paper, do you have a regular notebook that you keep with your weapon and just write down on it? Or do you use a specific log book. I am trying to keep track of what I do from now on and not sure what would be te best way. Thanks for any help you may provide.

[loupav]

Funny, I just finished writing in mine.

I use a small pocket sized note book that rides with the pistol all the time. An example of an entry is as follows.

9-11-11

61 rds American Eagle 230 gr. FMJ

4871 total rounds fired.

X300? Y

Holster - Raven Phantom

[loupav]

PS I also note maintenance and any issues encountered.

[J8127]

I have an excel spreadsheet with the gun, serial number, last time I shot it, and total rounds.

[Palmguy]

I also use Excel...

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[PPGMD]

I keep a written log book in a small (like 4"x6") Fivestar notebook, which I then transfer track able information like drills, and round count to an Excel spreadsheet.

[brzusa.1911]

I have a regular notebook in my range bag. I note the date, number of rounds, malfunctions if any, replacement parts if needed.

[xcibes]

Looks like a little notebook might be the way to go for the range and a spreadsheet at home. it would be kind of coo if somebody made a specialilzed log book too.

[just a scout]

There's an app for iPhone called gun toolbox I'm starting to use. Keeps inventory, logs, maintainence and ammo storage.

[jck397]

I use Excel as well, with one sheet for each weapon. I list date, # of rounds, type of rounds, conditions, and have a place for notes. If there are any malfunctions I note the type and which magazine was in the weapon at the time. I also track any PM, repairs, or modifications on the same sheet

[Brasilnuts]

I use a small flip note book with different sections for each firearm. I note the date, number of rounds fired, brand and malfunctions. If there is a malfunction I note the exact round count and the magazine number.

[Backstop]

I use my computer, open the word processer, and insert a table: 4 columns wide, and 26 rows using Times New Roman, size 12.

In the first block of each of the 4 columns I type, left to right: Date, Ammo, #, Total.

If there are any malfs, etc., that gets typed in the Ammo column.

At the top of the page outside the table I type the gun and serial number.

[JasonA]

+1 for Excel

Here's a screen shot of mine:

http://www.soulphur.com/pics/FirearmSpreadsheet.jpg

[J8127]

Hmm...I like your guys' additional detail, I may have to change mine up now.

[Vlobb]

I use a small 8x5 notebook. Each firearm I own has it's own set of pages within the notebook. At the top of each gun's section, I will list the: make, model, caliber, place of purchase, date of purchase, price paid and serial number.

Ex. Heckler & Koch
USP Compact 9mm
Serial # - 27-XXXXXX
Paid: $898.00
Purchased: 4/23/08 from Cheyenne Mountain Outfitters.

Then I'll log the rounds as I shoot them by date. I break it down to ammo manufacturer, bullet type and weight. I log all cleanings and malfunctions. I'll also log when and where I send the slide or frame out for work, like sights or grip stippling.

Ex. 4/24/08 - fired 170rds
100rds REM UMC 115gr.
50rds FED Am. Eg. 147gr.
20rds FED Am. Eg. 124gr.

5/23/08 - fired 280rds
100rds REM UMC 115gr
180rds FED Am. Eg. 124gr.

6/1/08 - Cleaned

6/12/08 - Shipped slide to Heinie for Slant Pro Straight 8's

6/20/08 - Slide returned from Heinie

[Paul D]

I use the spreadsheet program on my phone. It is always with me versus a random notebook.

[MP9]

I just use gmail. sending me an email with the rounds of the day, date, and total....eventually you can delete old emails and keep the last..

I dont keep many details... it is just to know the total...

you can use the google doc too..

[BCmJUnKie]

I tear off tabs of boxes of ammo.

I try not to get too crazy about every single round that goes through my guns.

[agr1279]

I used to use a excel sheet to keep mine until my computer crashed and I lost all the data. Now I use a round count book to keep track of rounds through. I got them through Creedmoor Sports.

Dan

[alecks]

Using a Field Notes notebook

https://www.m4carbine.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=9764&stc=1&d=1316213081

[Ironman8]

"Rite in the Rain" notebook for me for both handgun and carbine...any size will do depending on how small you can write.

This is what I keep track of:

Date
Range/Class that I shot in
Ammo Used
Ammo Count (for the day)
Running Total (ammo)

Then a "Notes" section below that that includes:
Malfunctions if any
Drills Performed
Things that I need to work on next time
ect.

I flip the notebook over and use the "backs" of the pages as my cleaning/maintenance log with the round count at which I performed the duty.

[camus]

Excel spreadsheet, pretty much rounded to fifty rounds. Keep few notes for various ammo, that is about it.

[RogerinTPA]

I've used a note book for a newly purchased firearm for years, but will soon transition to a spread sheet.

My info: Date purchased, and cost, as a header.

Date, Rounds fired, Total rounds fired, malfunctions, date cleaned.

The last entry, I have been criminally negligent in filling in.