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December 31, 2018, 12:05 PM | #26 |
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Yes I do. I wrote an app to do it. I started out documenting a semi-auto that was malfunctioning. I needed a log so I could track the ammo, the magazines, etc trying to diagnose the problem. I did it on paper of course, but as a programmer I decided to make me a range log for iPod touch. That was a long time ago now.Once I made the app it was obvious that it was a log book of firearms and ammo as well so I made the app do a bit more for inventory, and specifically the ability to generate PDF or just plain PNG image reports for a firearm so that I could print it and put it in a safe place.
Then the ones that just use it as a range log complained, "I don't want to enter my serial number!". For some reason it seems that some people can't stand to leave out information on a form! But you can enter as little or as much as you want, nothing is required. And it does not use cloud storage (unless you backup your entire iOS device to the cloud) so your data is only on the one device. If you want to move your data from an iPhone to an iPad you have to plug them into a computer and do a file transfer.
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December 31, 2018, 07:09 PM | #27 | |
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January 1, 2019, 07:21 AM | #28 |
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I made a customized database to inventory my firearms and then expanded it to include tracking magazines used in each gun and malfunctions in each gun/magazine (this is primarily for 1911s). I include a photo of each gun and back up the data to a thumb drive. I've been meaning to back it up to a cloud drive but need to invest in a larger cloud drive.
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January 2, 2019, 08:29 AM | #30 |
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Yes, photos and information on each gun is a good idea. I have a couple of personal computers and I have a copy of pictures and gun ID on each along with hard copies in a safe locations. Between home owners insurance and the NRA I think as long as I can prove ownership I will be reimbursed if lost or stolen.
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January 2, 2019, 11:13 AM | #31 |
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I have always just kept an inventory of my personal firearms, but this is a really good additional precaution. I need to start taking some pictures.
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January 2, 2019, 11:45 AM | #32 | |
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January 2, 2019, 02:50 PM | #33 | |
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January 2, 2019, 04:34 PM | #34 | |
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January 4, 2019, 07:48 PM | #35 |
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On my IPad, I use an app “Gun Log SPC”. I think it only cost a couple bucks, has room for everything including how the gun has been maintained, shot, cleaned, etc,....pricing,,,,seems like everything one needs to know, and yes, room for lots of pictures.
I do like the OP’s picture with the ammo to be used in the gun,,, good idea, and the ruler in the picture is good too. If you’re going to take a picture do it up right, |
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