Chiefbart2k5 Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 I have reloads that I will not be firing for a while, looking for tips for storage. Container, desiccant, where to store, how long, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Anything inert is good for storage - plastic, glass, etc. I've never used desiccants, and have stored ammo for 40 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Ammo cans come to mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L3324temp Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 I generally load in 300rd batches. They get put in a heavy plastic bag, labeled, and placed in a 50 cal ammo can with desiccant. A full loaded ammo can is very heavy but manageable to move around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gondo Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 I throw mine in ziplock bags with the load data and desiccant and then in ammo cans... Cheap and easy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PREDAT0R Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 I have .223 reloaded from back in "82" and I just stored it in the original boxes it came in. I have moved from cold humid to hot humid climates and it has been stored without concern in those conditions. I fired some off as late as last summer and noticed no significant difference from the more recently loaded ammo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBeazlie Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Peanut butter jars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mgardner Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Rubbermaid plastic containers. If you don't have shelving put them on a wooden pallet so they don't contact a cement floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZackJones Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Plastic coffee containers is what I use. We go through a lot of coffee and when I see an empty one sitting on top of the 'fridge I bring it home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skippyaz Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Rubbermaid plastic containers. If you don't have shelving put them on a wooden pallet so they don't contact a cement floor. Why shouldn't the containers touch the concrete floor? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishsticks Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Rubbermaid plastic containers. If you don't have shelving put them on a wooden pallet so they don't contact a cement floor.Why shouldn't the containers touch the concrete floor? Condensation. Plastic directly on concrete is more susceptible to drawing moisture than if you get it up off it (ie on some wood, etc). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayohee Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 I have reloads that I will not be firing for a while, looking for tips for storage. Container, desiccant, where to store, how long, etc. I store all my ammo in a generic tool box from Walmart that I purchased for $10. I can fit about 2.5-3k in there. As long as you keep it from moisture and extreme temperature changes it should be fine in any type of sealed plastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimitz Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Bottom shelf of my gun safe ... cool, dark, dry and right next to my gun powder and primers ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverBolt Posted May 20, 2014 Share Posted May 20, 2014 Home Depot orange buckets with lids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liferlance Posted May 20, 2014 Share Posted May 20, 2014 Ammo cans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin c Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 As noted, match ammo is bagged and labelled in 300 round lots in ZipLoks, then put into ammo cans. practice ammo is stored loose in ammo cans with a lot label. Ammo for immediate use will often end up in small cardboard boxes. A bag or a box is more than enough for a local match or a good practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEMULE Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 ULINE sells commercial products, I use buckets from them, quart bucket will hold about 200 .45, The larger buckets seal when you shut them. For test loads they have plastic bags with a label surface. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snertley Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Ziplock brand quart freezer bags (cheap ones break). Then into 50cal ammo cans. Can't go wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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