Hand Load is a journal for handloaders. Track components, build recipes, log every shot string, and watch the statistics tell you which loads have actually performed.
Develop loads for matches and long-range hunting. ES, SD and MOA computed for every string, aggregated across every session.
Dial in loads for accuracy or power factor. Rapid-entry keypad and dictation keep you moving between strings on a hot range.
Maintain a small handful of go-to recipes you trust. Every detail of case prep, COAL, die settings — recorded, not remembered.
Hand Load doesn't recommend loads. It indexes what you already build, and reflects it back as useful insight over time.
Cartridges, bullets, powders, primers, brass, firearms, presses, dies. Everything on your bench, indexed.
F-01Pick components, set charge weight, COAL and CBTO. Capture shoulder bump, bushing, seating and crimp settings.
F-02Log strings by date, location, firearm and distance. Mark fliers. Rate each string with a quick impression smiley.
F-03Average, extreme spread, standard deviation and MOA per string. Aggregated impression and count per recipe.
F-04A keypad-first screen for fast velocity entry. Or tap, say the number, done — without leaving the rifle.
F-05Optional CloudKit sync across your iPhone and iPad. Private database. Works offline; reconciles on reconnect.
F-06Log every component on the bench — brass headstamp, powder, primer, bullet.
Combine components into a load. Capture charge, COAL, CBTO, die settings.
Shoot strings against the recipe. Enter velocities by keypad or dictation.
Stats roll up across every session. The data tells you which loads belong.
Cartridge, manufacturer, barrel length, twist. Tap to open the recipe context for this rifle.
Strings stack by date. Each row shows velocity, ES, SD and impression at a glance.
Keypad-first velocity entry. Or tap to dictate while you stay behind the rifle.
Pick components, set charge weight, COAL, CBTO, die settings. Everything one tap deep.
Fully functional, with sensible caps on recipes and sessions.
Unlock unlimited recipes and range sessions. No subscription, ever.
Records live on your device and, optionally, in your private iCloud database via CloudKit. The developer never sees them. There are no third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking SDKs in the app.
Hand Load is a record-keeping tool. Users must independently verify every load against current published manufacturer data before reloading. The app does not provide, recommend, or vouch for any charge.
No. Hand Load is a journal — it never recommends loads. You must consult published reloading manuals from the powder and bullet manufacturers.
Yes. The app uses no third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking SDKs. Your data lives on your device and, optionally, in your private iCloud database. The developer cannot see it.
No. There is no account, login, or registration.
iPhone and iPad running iOS 17 or later.
Across iPhones and iPads signed in to the same Apple ID, via iCloud. No web app or watchOS app at this time.
No. The app is free with sensible caps, plus an optional one-time "Hand Load Unlimited" in-app purchase.
Fully. iCloud sync happens whenever you reconnect.
