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by Dave2
Fri Jan 11, 2013 10:51 am
Forum: General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
Topic: Help with storing firearms long-term
Replies: 18
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Re: Help with storing firearms long-term

A-R wrote:
jimlongley wrote:Oil is not permanent enough, nor is dessicant, the best solution for really long term storage is a waxy grease, such as cosmoline. A real chore to remove, but a better choice. Vacuum packing might help if the containers don't leak.
Leaking containers is a problem, especially with consumer-grade vacuum sealers sold on late-night TV infomercial or in big box membership clubs like Sam's and Costco (ask me how I know). The bags are just too thin and one little microscopic tear lets all the air back in.
Saran-wrapped, vacuum-sealed, saran-wrapped again, and vacuum-sealed again?

The problem with commercial-grade sealers (commercial-grade anything, really) is that you need a commercial-grade budget to get one.

Where does one get cosmoline, anyway?

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