My painfully re-learned lesson is to not forget a clipboard, pen and fine point sharpie marker when working up loads. Avoid mix ups, mark each cartridge box (Or even cartridges) with abbreviated powder charge weight and bullet type/weight. Record velocities for each round fired, accuracy of groups, conditions/temp and comments about the loads- like sticky bolt handle lift, blown or flattened primers, flyers or keyhole impact, blew the bolt threw my neck..., whatever.
Rifle range- initial load work 100 yd, then at 300 yd (my self imposed deer hunting distance limit).
Pistol- 25yd load work and 50 yd confirmation for hunting and bullseye loads.
Take your time and don't be afraid to cancel load work sessions if you're distracted by a busy range, the weather sucks or you're just not having an accurate day. We are the greatest variable in firearm accuracy.
Rifle range- initial load work 100 yd, then at 300 yd (my self imposed deer hunting distance limit).
Pistol- 25yd load work and 50 yd confirmation for hunting and bullseye loads.
Take your time and don't be afraid to cancel load work sessions if you're distracted by a busy range, the weather sucks or you're just not having an accurate day. We are the greatest variable in firearm accuracy.
