Privacy-first Windows logbook for firearm collectors and owners
Record and organise a firearm collection locally: serial numbers, modification histories, photos and value entries are stored in a single folder-based database. Simple Firearm Logbook, from JDE Projects, targets collectors and sports shooters who need offline inventory management, emphasising a clean, no-clutter interface and a portable option. The app's core strengths are local SQLite storage and attachment support, making it suited for users who want an account-free, desktop-only record system.
What the app does for a collector’s workflow
The app acts as a focused inventory manager that groups each firearm record with its related media and documents inside the application folder. Records live in a standalone SQLite database file and the application keeps photos and attachments in dedicated subfolders. This design keeps each item’s metadata and supporting files co-located, which simplifies copying the collection to another drive or maintaining a single-folder archive.
How it affects system resources during regular use
The tool uses a local SQLite engine for storage, which keeps CPU and RAM demands modest during normal operations. Because the database is file-based and the program runs without extra runtimes, searches and record edits complete quickly on typical desktop hardware. The portable ZIP option lets you run it without a full installer, which reduces background services and limits persistent system hooks.
Is it safe to keep sensitive inventory inside the app?
The developer designed the tool with a privacy-first model: there is no telemetry, tracking, or cloud storage; all data remains on the local machine. The main database file is named simple_firearm_logbook.db and photos/documents are stored in local photos and attachments folders. The only network activity documented is an optional check for newer releases, so the default operation does not transmit collection data.
Do non-technical users need specialised knowledge to operate it?
The interface is deliberately minimal and requires no additional runtimes or external dependencies, which lowers the barrier for everyday users. Fields are provided for specialised records such as NFA and trust information, and modification histories can be entered per item. Advanced users can run the portable build from removable media; casual users can use the installer form for a conventional desktop shortcut.
A solid offline tool for collectors, with one notable trade-off
The app suits firearm owners who prioritise local control and straightforward record-keeping, offering a compact database and built-in attachment handling. The trade-off is that it does not provide built-in cloud or account-based synchronization, so cross-device access requires manual file transfer. For anyone who accepts a single-machine or portable USB workflow, it performs reliably as a private inventory manager.
