7-3-2 9 Posted January 17, 2016 Im right now living in a basement apartment and unfortunately it has taken a toll on the finish of my beloved firearms and pretty much all of them have developed surface rusto (I've have them oiled and sitting in silicone socks to protect them but to no avail). I'm wondering who has had their arms refinished and what the price point is. One more thing, does anyone locally refinish AND cerakote? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gun nut 35 Posted January 17, 2016 GSDcoatings cerakote keyport n.j. www.gsdcoatings.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Njbanshee 9 Posted January 17, 2016 Dehumidifier Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7-3-2 9 Posted January 18, 2016 Dehumidifier Yeah I was using thone desiccant cans but that didn't do the job. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7-3-2 9 Posted January 18, 2016 GSDcoatings cerakote keyport n.j. www.gsdcoatings.com Awesome thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeff47 30 Posted January 18, 2016 +1 on the dehumidifier. I made the mistake trying to use dessicant as well and finally just sprung for the dehumidifier. Much better decision and saved me a lot of money in the long term. Good luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7-3-2 9 Posted January 29, 2016 Do you guys have any recommendations on good affordable dehumidifier options? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnyB 4,325 Posted January 30, 2016 I don't keep any guns in my cellar but I do keep ammo there. In the humid months I run a good dehumidifier that drains into a small box with a pump that when full, drains to the laundry sink. With that setup, it can run 24/7 and I never have to worry about the tank getting full and shutting down. If you are interested, I can get the makes and model #s of the dehumidifier and pump unit I am using. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
7-3-2 9 Posted January 30, 2016 Oh so you're saying and actual room dehumidifier and not one made specifically for a gun safe. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ted527 21 Posted January 30, 2016 Dehumidifer for whole apt would be the best option. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeff47 30 Posted January 31, 2016 I've got one I bought at sears for less than $100. I'm on my second one in about 13 years so it was well worth the investment. Its kept not only my guns but tools and everything else metal rust free in my basement. Don't think you're going to find one 'safe sized'. Good luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris327 30 Posted January 31, 2016 http://www.deansafe.com/dri-rod-36-inch-dehumidifier-rod.html?gclid=CjwKEAiA_ra1BRDV-byb_aDqpQoSJAA-ofB9He_s1tTcO1UD_iUMc9E8V9n5CkQEUUOL_h20iP3KahoC90_w_wcB I keep the safe in my basement with this in it. No issues. Used to have in the garage with that and no issue. I might not have that exact make but basically a rod like that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Newtonian 453 Posted January 31, 2016 Properly stored guns shouldn't develop rust in a short period of time under any but the most extreme conditions. I have 90% of my tools in the basement. Never cleaned or oiled them. They're all fine. Bolts/firing pins for the Mosins I don't shoot also used to be in the basement, for years. No problem. You clean your flatware don't you? Dip them in water for hours? Do they rust? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PD2K 115 Posted February 16, 2016 Since you're living in a basement apt, you should get a dehumidifier for your place. Probably can pick one up from Costco or Home Depot. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishnut 2,358 Posted February 17, 2016 I live in a basement apartment and I have only ever used a rechargeable desiccant. I keep my guns well oiled and I do keep an eye on the humidity. During the winter because I have electric heat I accually run a humidifier. I keep it at around 35% and have never had a problem with rust Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites