Reloaders Reference Software
I normally hang out in the CB forum but thought it was appropriate to post this here.
I have been working for some time to create a reloading software package that was a complete reference to reloading data, and as complete a tool as possible for reloading related calculations and data. I believe I have succeeded. It now contains, 21000+ loads, Cast bullet loads, Factory ammo information, bullet information, Mold information, a trajectory and Maximum Point blank Range/Zero Calculator based on G1 drag functions, a powley calculator and Barsness Ballistic prediction calculations, a CC to grains reference for common cartridges/dippers etc,
Shellholder and shellplate references, a cartridge dimension lookup, and an alloy calculator for casting. It also allows the user to add data or comments to the system.
Oh, and did I mention, my intention was to make it available free of charge for all non-commercial use. Thats right, use it, copy it and give it to friends, do as you wish - just don't sell it. This has been a labor of love for me and I will continue to work on it as time permits. Suggestions are always welcome.
If you are interested, it can be downloaded from:
http://sourceforge.net/projects/reloadersrfrnce/
It is about 55Mb and takes about 5-7 minutes (depending on machine speed) to install.
Wiljen
Major New Version Release
Reloaders' Reference V6 is on its way. [smilie=w: I am posting it today so it will be up for download either tonight or tomorrow depending on how quickly it loads. This is a major overhaul/revamping of the program.
Changes
- revamped trajectory calculation with lower minimum velocities for the BP shooters.
- rebuilt database structure so that future forms changes will not alter user input inventory or load data.
- Added a BHN chart to the Alloy calc.
- Revamped the menu system for a cleaner look.
Additions
- Added and Inventory subsystem for firearms (with 2 pictures per arm), and components and a reloading cost calculator per user requests.
- Added printable targets (approx 70) (requires acrobat reader).
- Added Searchable and printable firearms manuals (Approx 650) (requires acrobat reader).
This is a major change to the system so an upgrade package is not provided. With the design changes it just wasn't practical to do an upgrade as it would replace the whole system anyway. The good news is, the will be the last full system upgrade. Between modularizing the database files and bulk insert procedures, future upgrades can be done only to the forms components without altering users data.
The package is now 1.5gig in size - yes its big (all those manuals take up space).
I recommend acrobat reader 8 be used with this package although any version of acrobat 6 or newer should work.
The download of version 6 will be available from:
http://sourceforge.net/projects/reloadersrfrnce/