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Posted: 1/29/2009 3:44:41 PM EDT
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1. Do I need Ammo Cans to preserve my ammunition?
2. Is .50 Cal a good size? 3. Ammo can Test? –– I think I read something about submerging them in water or something.... 3. Do you put the factory boxes filled with cartridges into the ammo can or just dump the rounds out of the box into the can so they are loose (makes it easier to fit more that way)? 4. Desiccant packs ––- where to buy them, how many (are there different sizes) in each can and where do you put them in the can (top - bottom - or in the center of the can??? 5. After the can is sealed does it matter where you store them? (basement, garage, cold, warm area, etc.) 6. Right now I have a bunch of Golden Tiger in the original packaging (still wrapped in plastic from Copes) is it ok for a couple of months (I took it off my door step and just put it all in a closet in my house) 7. Looked at some Ammo cans at an Army/Navy Store today... 16.00 each (they look to be in great shape, no rust, no dents) the side is all sprayed w/ tan paint (what's that about?) anything else important to look at (the seal on the lid – what’s that supposed to look like)? Hey all thanks for your help!!!! Sorry I'm such a noob but I'm trying to get better!!! Please feel free to add information that you believe I and other forum members would find useful!!! |
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Relax. It's not about being a noob; we're all noobs out of the womb.
It's about common sense and your ability to adapt, improvise, and overcome. It's modern ammo, not nitro in the 19th century. Think DDC: DRY, Deep, and (idealy) Cheap. The details vary (it's not a one-size-fits-all-world); it's understanding the intent and how you achieve it in your situation that matters. A while ago I ran into a deal on SAW cans, which hold 1500 rounds of 7.62x39 loose. Desicant is a plus; but it stil requires renewal. But, if you only have the shipped factory cases INDOORS with or without poly, it's still OK. Speed and panic alone kills. Regards, -GDUbya ––––––––––- 7.62x39: turning cover into concealment since 1943. |
| A cheap source of dessicant packs are electronic stores...Everything they have comes packed with them...Just ask them , they will usually give them to you if they arent too busy...Ladies shoe stores also seem to have a lot of them...My wife gives me all the small dry packs from all the shoes she buys. |
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I read somewhere on this board that you are able to fit all 1k of Golden Tiger or Wolf (in their original 20 round boxes) into a regular .50 cal can. NOT a Fat 50/SAW can.
Is this true? I don't want to break the original "battle pack" plastic wrapping if they wont fit evenly into a .50 can. Call it OCD 
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Desi Packs at www.uline.com I think page 360-361, it shows you how may cubic feet each size will handle.
Check out the VCI bags also. Get some big enough for your handguns and spare mags/parts. |
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I was able to fit 80 20 rounds boxes in a saw can. 1600 rounds Quoted:
You can fit 500 cartridges in the original boxes in a .30 caliber can. SAW can, .30 cal can, we're getting closer to regular .50 can
But thanks for the info, guys. I'm liking these round numbers they hold. |
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1. Do I need Ammo Cans to preserve my ammunition? YES, you need Ammo Cans to preserve your ammunition that's about all you need. Military ammo stored in ammo cans since WWII have provien to work today. You can expect the same results the ammo you place in cans today will be aorund long passed the point of your ability to lift the rifle. 
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