Does anyone use software to track your collection?

drking2 · Jan 1, 2017

If so which software

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Gskwared · Jan 1, 2017

I use MyGunDb and it is awesome,but I caution you. The developer has abandoned the software and it has some bugs that will never be fixed.

Bertfish · Jan 1, 2017

I just keep an Excel spreadsheet of all pertinent information (type, make, model, caliber, barrel length, price paid, stock material) as a matter of convenience but also in case of theft.

Mr. Ed · Jan 1, 2017

Bertfish said:
I just keep an Excel spreadsheet of all pertinent information (type, make, model, caliber, barrel length, price paid, stock material) as a matter of convenience but also in case of theft.

Same here, and I also add date of acquisition. Plus digital photos of everything, including pics of the serial numbers.

yellowsled · Jan 1, 2017

Bertfish said:
I just keep an Excel spreadsheet of all pertinent information (type, make, model, caliber, barrel length, price paid, stock material) as a matter of convenience but also in case of theft.

I third this.. as extra safety I keep my file on google docs so I can access anywhere and no worry if my home computer crashes.

Trepang · Jan 1, 2017

I have an Excel spreadsheet that I created on one of my Uncle Sam's networks at work. It has:

1. Make / Model
2. Serial Number
3. Date of Purchase
4. Where is was purchased from
5. Purchase Price

The network is backed up every night - next to no risk of loss of data. I keep it in a shared folder which some of my very close friends have access to and they know it is there should something happen to me.

Periodically I print a copy off and bring it home and put it in a firebox which is inside a gun safe.

rfawcs · Jan 1, 2017

I use NM Collector software. It's more than adequate, but requires Java. It's free http://www.nmcollectorsoftware.com/downloads/WinDownload.htm

knastera · Jan 1, 2017

I have a password vault program called mSecure. In addition to being able to store login information, it can store custom forms with photos. All of my guns are saved in there with the kind of information others have mentioned. Another nice thing about it is that it uses DropBox to synch with my other devices, so it is backed up on my phone, my wife's phone, and my computers.

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GolfR · Jan 1, 2017

Trepang said:
I have an Excel spreadsheet that I created on one of my Uncle Sam's networks at work. It has:

1. Make / Model
2. Serial Number
3. Date of Purchase
4. Where is was purchased from
5. Purchase Price

The network is backed up every night - next to no risk of loss of data. I keep it in a shared folder which some of my very close friends have access to and they know it is there should something happen to me. Plus if you lose your job for some reason, it's better to have the data in your possession.

Periodically I print a copy off and bring it home and put it in a firebox which is inside a unsafe.

No offense but the Gov network prob has a higher probability of being hacked or losing data than a google document. I speek from experience as I have had my identity stolen 3 times since the OPM hack.

Trepang · Jan 1, 2017

GolfR said:
No offense but the Gov network prob has a higher probability of being hacked or losing data than a google document. I speek from experience as I have had my identity stolen 3 times since the OPM hack.

Not this network :sad20:

I too have had my $hit compromised on the low side. I don't keep anything that I don't have to on there.

rdc · Jan 1, 2017

Like others I just have an excel sheet with the pertinent info. I also have pics and scanned capies of the invoices and other paperwork. in the past I made a copy to CDs and stored them at a buddies house just in case. Haven't updated that in a while though

swinokur · Jan 1, 2017

I used Mygun db as well. It does have a few known bus but it works. I bug I noticed is for NFA items you cannot attach a picture or pdf of your stamp to your NFA item. not a huge deal but worth noting.

j_h_smith · Jan 1, 2017

I personally use an Access database.

knastera · Jan 1, 2017

j_h_smith said:
I personally use an Access database.

Not a bad choice. Access is easy to use and very flexible. What are you doing for backups? I used to use an external hard drive, but now with cloud storage being so easy to synch with other devices, I just back my stuff up to the cloud and it synchs to my other devices, giving me virtual and physical backups.

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eddiek2000 · Jan 1, 2017

Anyone tries this: https://sourceforge.net/projects/gun/

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1252871_.html

Seems to be more geared towards ATF compliant FFL log vs ownership log.

StantonCree · Jan 1, 2017

I'd buy a glock 1911 like in that pic and I'm not a 1911 guy.....as long as it's not the spectre

knastera · Jan 1, 2017

mpdc4511 said:
I'd buy a glock 1911 like in that pic and I'm not a 1911 guy

Except that it is made from Tupperware

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j_h_smith · Jan 1, 2017

knastera said:
Not a bad choice. Access is easy to use and very flexible. What are you doing for backups? I used to use an external hard drive, but now with cloud storage being so easy to synch with other devices, I just back my stuff up to the cloud and it synchs to my other devices, giving me virtual and physical backups.

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I use a WD Passport Ultra. I won't use a cloud backup for my firearm inventory. Just my preference.

knastera · Jan 1, 2017

j_h_smith said:
I use a WD Passport Ultra. I won't use a cloud backup for my firearm inventory. Just my preference.

I can understand that. My cloud data is 256 bit encrypted and double password protected. Good choice on the drive.

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lee2 · Jan 1, 2017

Does anyone use software to track your collection?
yes the ATF and MSP... :cool:

Does anyone use software to track your collection?

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