When developing a handload, it's necessary to try several different charge weights and powders to find just the right load. Most folks have to go to a range to do these load work-ups, and keeping the different loads separated and identified can be a challenge, as many load combinations might be put together in advance of the range session so the time spent at the shooting bench is maximized.A nice solution to this chore is to use masking tape placed over the ends of the cartridges in the ammo-box denoting all load data for the particular recipe. Then, once at the range, pull the tape off only those cartridges to be fired, being careful to record that data on your LoadNotes and target, then replace the tape over the fired cases when finished. By so doing, you'll be better equipped to evaluate the load performance once home, by measuring case head expansion, primer pressure indicators, and other clues to load performance gleaned from examining the fired brass.
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