My .40 came in I ordered from Cabelas.. I was wondering if it's safe to store it in the Ammo can it comes in, in my basement? My basement does get damp during extreme rain but the Ammo won't be anywhere it can get wet. Also, as far as it getting damp goes, it should be ok in the sealed Ammo can no? It'll be sitting on a shelf, roughly 12"-16" off the floor.

Yes, that's what they're for.

As long as it's a SEALED can, you're fine.

Yes, that's what they're for.

 

X2, all my ammo is kept in surplus .50 cal cans

x3, keep all my ammo in sealed cans,...besides whats in the guns of course

Ok, I figured as much. I just didn't want to take a chance.

 

I'm waiting for new locks for my Stack-on then it'll get stored in there until then the shelf under my gun table is the most out of the way spot.

ive heard if u toss a match into an ammo can and close the lid the fire will extinguish all the air inside making it last forever

ive heard if u toss a match into an ammo can and close the lid the fire will extinguish all the air inside making it last forever

 

I don't know how true that is... #1 the average match would probably run out of fuel before running out of oxidizer... maybe a large wooden one.

 

#2, Is dropping a burning match into a can full of ammo really a great idea? you would probably be fine 499 times out of 500...but i wouldn't want to be that 500

Absolutely, just as a safeguard I throw in a desiccant bag or an open bag of rice. Keeps the humidity down for long storage.

 

PS: mine came in also. Never saw such a clean ammo can.

We have a sewing machine at home and I find a good cheap way to make little dehumidfiers for ammo and guns is kitty litter, that shit is great. We just sew up little pouches of the stuff and throw those in for a little added precaution.

For long term storage, you could throw some oxygen absorbers in the ammo can before sealing them.

depends... Is the ammo loose bulk or boxed? Is it a steel or plastic can? If plastic, just toss em in. If steel and loose bulk (and you plan on storing long term), you might want to take some sort of precaution to ensure there is no chance of corrosion. Ammo rattling around in the can can wear away teh paint and if that happens, a galvanic reaction can happen between teh steel and brass and lead to corrosion. 2, 1-gallon ziplock freezer bags will hold all the loose ammo you can stuff into it. If its factory boxed, just make sure there is no rust already on the steel and dont store it on a surface where moisture is or can be present (ie, directly basement concrete floor).

Absolutely, just as a safeguard I throw in a desiccant bag or an open bag of rice. Keeps the humidity down for long storage.

 

PS: mine came in also. Never saw such a clean ammo can.

 

I don't like the fact that it has the HUGE sticker on both sides lol

 

We have a sewing machine at home and I find a good cheap way to make little dehumidfiers for ammo and guns is kitty litter, that shit is great. We just sew up little pouches of the stuff and throw those in for a little added precaution.

 

I've heard rice works better.. Someone else in this thread mentioned rice as well..

 

depends... Is the ammo loose bulk or boxed? Is it a steel or plastic can? If plastic, just toss em in. If steel and loose bulk (and you plan on storing long term), you might want to take some sort of precaution to ensure there is no chance of corrosion. Ammo rattling around in the can can wear away teh paint and if that happens, a galvanic reaction can happen between teh steel and brass and lead to corrosion. 2, 1-gallon ziplock freezer bags will hold all the loose ammo you can stuff into it. If its factory boxed, just make sure there is no rust already on the steel and dont store it on a surface where moisture is or can be present (ie, directly basement concrete floor).

 

It's a brand new can from Cabelas. It still has the "tamper" zip tie on it. I don't even want to open it.. It'll just stay closed most likely until I use it..

 

How old are you JonF? I grew up in the burg, maybe we know each other.. Shoot me a PM if ya don't wanna answer in public..

I don't like the fact that it has the HUGE sticker on both sides lol

 

Peels off quite easily

Who doesnt love ammo cans?

Peels off quite easily

 

Yup.

 

How long are you planning to store the ammo?

How long are you planning to store the ammo?

 

I like ammo cans also but only have a few, but if you NEED ammo cans to keep your ammo fresh your doing it wrong and not shooting enough. ;-)

I have several of those plastic ones that you get from Cabales when ordering certain ammo. They also have a rubber gasket on the lid, which makes them nice for storing things.