Ammunition Storage : How To Store Ammo During Shortage 2021

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  • @empirefireworks
    @empirefireworks 3 роки тому +160

    I had my Ammo in military Ammo Cans that stayed underwater for 47 days after Hurricane Katrina. All 9 Cans were dry, not a drop of water in any of them.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +10

      Wow! Thanks for that info 👍

    • @bruceweight7319
      @bruceweight7319 3 роки тому +7

      Ammonia as in cleaners etc.it is absolutely awful to brass. If brass is exposed to any ammonia it will penetrate through the brass and chemically weaken it. When I worked in the propane industry I found out that some dealers had been using liquid dish soap with a small amount of ammonia in it to find leaks on brass tank valves and line fittings. Ka-boom! I am sure ammo would be compromised as well. If you live on a dairy farm background ammonia levels can be very high so ammo would definitely have to be in ammo cans. Thanks for the tip I am going to get some dry dry packs. I put them with some of my camera and sensitive electronics ad well. I thought you could renew the it but that was a good tip. Thanks for the nice video.

    • @Marcus2750-u1t
      @Marcus2750-u1t 2 роки тому +1

      Damn what a relief Im sure and makes me feel good because thats what all my ammo is in!

    • @gcruishank9663
      @gcruishank9663 2 роки тому +1

      That's impressive.

    • @kenperrella5014
      @kenperrella5014 2 роки тому +1

      Resin one to always check the seals

  • @bigez107
    @bigez107 3 роки тому +36

    I am a Safety Trainer and just want to say, you are a good speaker. Very few people can do that and not look uncomfortable.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you!

    • @cdino7412
      @cdino7412 3 роки тому +2

      I agree, you are the most watchable gun guy I watch

  • @michaeljtoney3544
    @michaeljtoney3544 2 роки тому +6

    if you pack it loose tear off the box lid and put in in there for proper id

  • @Guiltless765
    @Guiltless765 3 роки тому +66

    These types of vids are more important now than ever before.
    Salute 2A 🇺🇸

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +4

      Thank you. I hope it is helpful to people.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +3

      @@scottplagmann3411 Certainly a lot to complain about lately. But we have to get through this, and stay well armed.

  • @ducatiparts966
    @ducatiparts966 2 роки тому +3

    its good to store in packaging if there is a recall you will have lot numbers

  • @johnerickson1484
    @johnerickson1484 3 роки тому +5

    I was given some old pistol powder from a friend that was dealing with terminal cancer. He was in the military and retired from the police department, so I felt that he knew how to store ammo. I was given two square metal cans of Bullseye powder with a metal pop up sealable cap with a paper gasket. He dated everything, even the powder cans with a 1966 date. I thought for sure the powder was bad but at least I had two retro cans!. I gave it the smell test, smelled fresh so I loaded up some test rounds, they all shot good with the proper recoil and were grouping very well. I just finished the last of the powder, I'm not going to store this ammo but I'm having a good time shooting it up!

  • @Teabagonyou
    @Teabagonyou 3 роки тому +14

    Those Harbor Freight cans are amazing and cheap!

  • @bluetick71
    @bluetick71 3 роки тому +14

    I stored my ammo cans of 7.62 x39 loose but i took the time to stack the rounds like shotgun shells one facing one way the next the other i got 1250 rounds of 7.62x39 in one 50 cal can , very heavy but not much room for air

  • @Panhandlehomestead
    @Panhandlehomestead 3 роки тому +20

    Absolutely the new Gold

    • @delav83
      @delav83 3 роки тому +2

      You should be storing gold too!

  • @themainmanchannel
    @themainmanchannel 3 роки тому +31

    I scored 9mm at my local gun store for $30 bucks. Not the best price, but no shipping fee.

    • @limbuel
      @limbuel 3 роки тому +6

      Buy it cheap stack deep. Have you been able to find any good deal on armslist?

    • @Sheridantank
      @Sheridantank 3 роки тому +3

      @@limbuel
      No dont just stack it because you can. If you have hundreds of rounds for every gun you have, you should probably give us new gun owners a break. In any case of fighting tyranny, itd sure be nice if all us were armed to fight back. I can not find a reasonably prices gun and surely not ammo. Everyone should have at least a handgun and a couple magazines worth AT LEAST

    • @jasonewing1979
      @jasonewing1979 3 роки тому +5

      @@Sheridantank here's the thing buddy most of us old gun owners are also new gun owners who need for more ammo. Also with limits it hard to get any substantial gains. Stay persistent and make friends with the gun store employees. Maybe bring them some doughnuts or something to butter them up a bit. Sometimes you can get the delivery schedule. Then just swing by on truck days. Stay persistent. Stay motivated. We will persist together.

    • @Sheridantank
      @Sheridantank 3 роки тому +3

      @@jasonewing1979
      If you're "stacking" your supplies you're probably not new and or probably have enough of them. I'm not talking about new gun owners buying ammo for their first guns. I'm talking about people with 10 ARs, shotguns, and handguns of all calibers and hundreds of rounds for each. If you're at that point, you should probably give it a break for a moment and let others buy.

    • @dontdoxmebro
      @dontdoxmebro 3 роки тому +2

      $30 is good in my area. People want 40-50. I won’t do 40. I just got 10 boxes of 9mm for 32.50 per box out the door

  • @tacticalmattfoley
    @tacticalmattfoley 3 роки тому +2

    Possession is critical right now. If the worst comes, it will be much more difficult for the government to take your property. That is why stocking up isn’t a bad idea to certain degree. Ammo that is lacquered and sealed is the best way to go if you can’t re-load. Also, most folks don’t realize polymer magazines are meant to be disposable. Invest in quality aluminum STANAG mags and parts to repair them.

  • @UwinIquit
    @UwinIquit 3 роки тому +6

    I’ve recently got back into guns because of everything. I used to buy ammo a lot back in 2010-2012, and I never properly stored my ammo. I just went to the range last week, and everything seemed to be fine. I must have been lucky. 3000 plus 9mm and 1000 each plus of 223 and 556.. these ammo were all bought from Walmart back in the days.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +4

      I agree it is usually fine even in other than ideal conditions. But like the couple examples I showed in this video....not always. With how much it is currently worth, I'm paying a lot more attention to how I store it nowadays.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +4

      Bobby Herr Thats cool. It will prob be fine. but the better you store it, the longer it will last. And lessen the chances of something stupid happening to it.

  • @jerrydonquixote5927
    @jerrydonquixote5927 3 роки тому +2

    That is good advice leaving it in the box for the next person your family or your loved ones whatever if it's in the box they know what it is if it's loose they don't know how it's stored what it is it's not near as good loose in a can as it is in the box stored properly any of us don't know if we'll be alive tomorrow I would like to think that whatever I have can be used by someone else if I was to leave this world today!

  • @alanbud5181
    @alanbud5181 3 роки тому +6

    Hell, years ago I bought 250 rounds of corrosive 30.06 for next to nothing, headstamp says 1942. Haven’t had a misfire yet. Just stored it heel to toe in a 30cal ammo can.

  • @jamesoconnor2366
    @jamesoconnor2366 3 роки тому +2

    Airlines allow 11 pounds of ammunition per Gauge or caliber in original box. Still check before you fly.

  • @killacamfoo
    @killacamfoo 3 роки тому +14

    MTM is my favorite brand for the plastic ones. They sometimes go for under $10 online for the 50cal cans.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +6

      Yeah. those are nice. I put a link to my Amazon store in the description. I put the MTM ammo crate in there. Those are nice too.

  • @ChipBurn6
    @ChipBurn6 2 роки тому +2

    If you loose pack ammo in a can, fold one of the boxes flat and throw it in the box along with your dessicant.

  • @boomer8500
    @boomer8500 3 роки тому +7

    I've been vacuum sealing my ammo in there original boxes since 2010 and putting them in both polymer and metal ammo cans. I use a food saver with food saver bags. Never a problem. If I have loose ammo, I double bag them. I tested vacuum sealing a rifle. Gun socked it after a good cleaning them vacuum sealed it. Four years later, still holding the seal.

  • @sixoffive
    @sixoffive 3 роки тому +2

    Empty used paint cans with good sealing lids.

  • @chronicon5616
    @chronicon5616 3 роки тому +5

    Yep. Good info. I use that exact dessicant bought in bulk, cheap on Amazon. Grab a can of Ballistol while you're at it. Use it on the seals of those cans. Not only will it work perfect for them, but it's an excellent gun cleaner, lube, and protectant. It will even neutralize the dreaded corrosive primer residue from surplus rounds.

  • @robins265
    @robins265 3 роки тому +4

    I live on the east coast and I keep my ammo inside an ammo can inside my gun safe. Inside the safe I have a dehumidifier that you have to plug in about once a month to recharge. Dry and cool is the key.

  • @mikereeves1987
    @mikereeves1987 3 роки тому +2

    I vacuum sealed 500 rds 9mm 18 yrs ago fresh today

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +1

      Nice!

  • @josephpacchetti5997
    @josephpacchetti5997 3 роки тому +7

    In a controlled environment, like you just said, I store mine in plastic field boxes with desiccant packs. 🇺🇸
    Thanks for the video Brother!!

  • @stuartmarkman769
    @stuartmarkman769 3 роки тому +4

    A light coat of silicon based lube on the seals keeps them soft and they don't stick to the metal sides. I store it at 74 degrees in my home. My reloading shop is also at the same temp. Excellent video. I know there are some shooters that will get real use from the video. Keep up the good work and stay safe.

  • @angelvalle9963
    @angelvalle9963 3 роки тому +3

    Found a nice one at the pawn shop for 5 bucks the other day took it home cleaned it up and oiled it the seal was still mint metal cans are great.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +2

      Cool 👍

    • @commiesnzombies
      @commiesnzombies 3 роки тому +2

      i wish i would have kept more cans when i was in the Army, they would toss empty cans in the dumpster after range qualification

  • @TimothyJ
    @TimothyJ 3 роки тому +3

    I use Stack-On gun cabinets for ammo and some firearms. For the price they work very well for me. Put them in the closets and bolt them in.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Cool 👍Bolting them down is a good idea!

  • @Mike-qo8nm
    @Mike-qo8nm 10 місяців тому +3

    Welcome back to ammo shortage 2023! These seem to be getting more and more frequent

  • @nigelduncan-adam5988
    @nigelduncan-adam5988 3 роки тому +7

    Most magazine springs are no memory steel but if your worried about your magazine springs you can buy spare springs Oh and don't forget to Jack up your vehicle as that's resting on springs since it was made lol.

  • @charlestravis9798
    @charlestravis9798 3 роки тому +34

    Dry & cool and OUT OF LIBERALS HANDS, is how you store ammo

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +2

      Absolutely 👍

    • @commiesnzombies
      @commiesnzombies 3 роки тому +1

      ammo is the new gold and silver, never liked the steel case stuff for long term storage but unavoidable when owning 2 hungry AK's, finding brass case 7.62x39 was a rare treat before the shortage

  • @josephpacchetti5997
    @josephpacchetti5997 3 роки тому +8

    Wow, that's the same product I use. 🇺🇸ps you can recharge them in oven and microwave.

  • @RevGunn-jq3cq
    @RevGunn-jq3cq 3 роки тому +4

    I’ve dumped the metal ammo cans and replaced them with Igloo coolers, they are air tight and will hold about 12 ammo cans worth of ammo. My cans cost $8-12 ea. One igloo cooler was $18. I sold most of the cans and only use them to transport when I’m going to shoot

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +5

      If you aren't moving it around that is an ok idea. I wouldn't even try to pick that up and move it....lol

    • @RevGunn-jq3cq
      @RevGunn-jq3cq 3 роки тому +1

      @@2aEdu LOL, no way am I moving it and neither is anyone else. I’m an ok, competitive shooter and have always had a minimum reserve of 15,000 rounds of 9mm range ammo and 2000 rounds of competition ammo. It makes sense to keep the ammo in the original factory box Incase I have issues with a certain lot, which has happened. I for most people who don’t shoot a lot ammo cans are the way to go.

    • @tacticalmattfoley
      @tacticalmattfoley 3 роки тому +1

      Good idea.

    • @9770G
      @9770G Рік тому

      In what world did u get a igloo cooler for $18. They are more like $200 for the size u r talking about

    • @RevGunn-jq3cq
      @RevGunn-jq3cq Рік тому

      @@9770G Walmart sells a Igloo 48 qt. Laguna Ice Chest Cooler for $25 which is smaller and more expensive than what I paid. Thanks Braindead Joe! Timing is everything, I bought mine before Covid was created. I sure as hell would not spend $200 for any cooler!

  • @rpetock8372
    @rpetock8372 3 роки тому +3

    Usually I load up all my .50&.30 cal cans then w/dessicant packets. Once those are filled, move to plastic storage containers w/dessicant packets too. Not worried about all my 7N6 spam cans, they are still sealed. But now that I've stockpiled a good amount over the years, it's literally stashed everywhere, gun cabinets, gun lockers, closets, etc(no basements). I've gotten real lazy too and just store in the boxes they come in. But at least I'm comfortable enough to admit(which no one really ever admits to) I have what I need to last me a good long while.

    • @stanbarrington9698
      @stanbarrington9698 3 роки тому +1

      Phoenix AZ..in dark room temp closet mid 70’s VERY little humidity.Most is in boxes but toss a hand heat warmer packet in ammocans,close the lid and good to store

  • @ZehrifiedTV
    @ZehrifiedTV 3 роки тому +2

    My local Runnings store has metal ammo cans, olive green (looks like military surplus but new), rubber seal and a desiccant packet inside for between $13-$20. They look awesome and you can stack em!

  • @2003mrdavid
    @2003mrdavid 3 роки тому +3

    Dry packs works great in ammo cans

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +1

      I agree

  • @Panhandlehomestead
    @Panhandlehomestead 3 роки тому +9

    I use the metal cans love them. God bless brother

    • @diegomontoya3065
      @diegomontoya3065 3 роки тому +4

      Any thing with the rubber seal. Like that the handle won't break on the metal.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +5

      I love the metal ones too. There is nothing on them to really break. God bless you too!

  • @squidy4082
    @squidy4082 2 роки тому +2

    I know some people for long term storage they use gloves when handling rounds but you don’t need to if you leave it in the package

  • @vaejoviscarolinanus
    @vaejoviscarolinanus 8 місяців тому +1

    I just got a kit from Temu for $4 and change that is a lock stud kit. It requires a drill to install but it works great.

  • @TexasTrained
    @TexasTrained 3 роки тому +1

    You are right about where you live.A good friend went hunting in South Dakota and he went in a gun store.He saw a lot of ammo and even some real hard to find 300 WSM down here in TX.He asked how much could he buy.Man said the depends on how deep your pockets are..Long story short..there was no limit and no short supply

  • @MissingLinkMTB
    @MissingLinkMTB 3 роки тому +4

    Dehumidifier in my basement. Ammo in ammo cans with desiccant packs. Seems to work great.

    • @irenemedina7223
      @irenemedina7223 3 роки тому

      Do you have the ammo loose in the cans or you kept them in original packaging?

    • @MissingLinkMTB
      @MissingLinkMTB 3 роки тому +1

      @@irenemedina7223 They're in original packaging. I do have a few loose, but they're ok too.

  • @CantKillMe
    @CantKillMe 3 роки тому +2

    nice job but I can tell you this much my dad had 12ga and 22 in the Garage for a long time if i had to say about 40 years and it still shouts and still good so its a 50/50 that it my may not work

  • @dmbnorthphilly
    @dmbnorthphilly 3 роки тому +1

    What I did was ziploc ammo (quart freezer double zipper) depending how much you put in a 50 cal can I do 8 ziploc freezer bags of 100 rds of 223 each 800 rds a can put a dry pac in each one then add another 2 dry packs in the can and boom done. Boxes hold moisture

  • @RobCalhounPGH
    @RobCalhounPGH 3 роки тому +2

    18:50 "You know what it is, but what if..."
    No, I don't plan on knowing what it is in X time when I go back into that box. That's why I cut one of the boxes and tuck it up under the handle (between the ears) so I can see what it is.
    I also writ in sharpie how many rounds are put in the box. If I take any out, I cross that out and write the new total.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +2

      Some people know what it is. Some forget. Sounds like you have a good plan. If you have sell it, it is still worth more in the boxes. So like I was saying......there is always a trade off.

  • @WheeledandWellArmed
    @WheeledandWellArmed 3 роки тому +1

    I use ammo cans for remanufactured ammo and put the tag from the box to ID where I got it. I bag them in 50rd zip locks. I put boxes in ammo cans too. I have the MTM flat boxes with o-ring that hold 20 shotgun boxes.

  • @squidy4082
    @squidy4082 2 роки тому +2

    My parents have a beach house in Galveston Texas and it’s insane how fast everything down there rusts

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  2 роки тому +1

      I bet it does!

  • @bigpappa642
    @bigpappa642 3 роки тому +2

    I have some 9mm that I've done in 100 and 200 rounds and used a vacuum sealer with and o2 absorber and those are stored in the ground in PVC sealed 4inc pipe with an extra knife food socks first aid kit and extra mags along with a 9mm G2C.

  • @armoredghost6180
    @armoredghost6180 3 роки тому +3

    Marvelously educational video about sound storage practices. Now I know a good way to store toilet paper is to place it in a 50 cal ammo can and throw a 5 g packet of silica gel in there. Humidity is bad for toilet paper. You can lose hundreds of dollars of toilet paper if detergent gets into it. More if you count the shipping and taxes.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Toilet paper and Ammo....The 2 most expensive commodities.

  • @bigpappa642
    @bigpappa642 3 роки тому +1

    I use the 50cal ammo boxes with rubber seals on stripper clips and in banndalers 840 rounds per can. And 2 can in each wooden crate with fold out secure clips that when open will break down the wooden crate!

  • @angelvalle9963
    @angelvalle9963 2 роки тому +1

    Did my annual check and my crate of 762 got wet I opened it all the boxes were dry but the bag of rice I had inside was the color of a rainbow. It did stop all the moisture no rust or any damage to the ammo.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  2 роки тому +1

      Good idea to check on it. Keep that ammo nice, because it is expensive nowadays!

    • @angelvalle9963
      @angelvalle9963 2 роки тому +1

      @@2aEdu lol ain't that the truth.

  • @osoreal3957
    @osoreal3957 2 роки тому +1

    Tks big up from Texas ur video s all ways help me and my family am 53 yrs old and u help me so much

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  2 роки тому +1

      Glad to help. Thanks

  • @ryand5041
    @ryand5041 3 роки тому +5

    Just got 2 of these with lock and ordered some silica x200, even though I have been saving silica from everything that comes with it. I have all different size (used) silica packets in my plastic ammo can. Cant wait for the metal tanks to come in. Amazon is a love/hate relationship. Hope you got your piece of the pie, always wondered if I actually had to add to cart after using your link or if I could just fill the cart then click your link and order. I have been lazy and done this a few times.

  • @patricjft
    @patricjft 3 роки тому +1

    In SE TX, hot and humid, well, except a couple of weeks ago. All ammo stored in closets in the house, in ammo cans, and with desiccants inside.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Good idea. It is humid in MI too. And its normal for it to be cold here in the Winter. lol. I hope you are all ok from that crazy weather you had. 👍

    • @patricjft
      @patricjft 3 роки тому +1

      @@2aEdu All good, thanks.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      @@patricjft Cool!

  • @gearknifesandmore3173
    @gearknifesandmore3173 3 роки тому +4

    Hey bro, I hope you know how good your channel is. Thanks for being down to earth and not a sell out like so many others. Keep up the good work and don't change anything.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Thank you. I appreciate the encouragement 👍

  • @SavageVoyageur
    @SavageVoyageur 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks buddy for the video. I have my ammo in 50 cal ammo cans in a closet. I put a few desiccant packs in each one.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  2 роки тому +1

      Cool! No prob.

  • @theoriginaldashriprock
    @theoriginaldashriprock 2 роки тому +1

    Keep in mind that the Plano brand type ammo cans that you see at sporting good stores, do not all have gaskets. Some of their models do, but most do not. So make sure you look when you buy those.

  • @tingting4980
    @tingting4980 3 роки тому +11

    I would like to see a series of long term ammo and gun storage videos. If need be I will buy something to send you to help with videos^^

    • @diegomontoya3065
      @diegomontoya3065 3 роки тому

      It gets humid where I live in the summer. I have an old childhood rifle that i clean before and after each summer. More just run an old rag on it. Just to keep it like new.
      But the idea is great. Run a reference to an old video. And pop the ammo crate open. Maybe do one to fail on purpose.

  • @mx2ce782
    @mx2ce782 3 роки тому +3

    As a yooper turned deep south, these tips help

  • @c.m.b.4868
    @c.m.b.4868 2 роки тому

    Most of my ammo is between 6-10 years old.The first few years they were stored on a shelf in my bedroom closet, after that they were transferred to metal ammo cans with more silica gel packs than I really need (2-3 50 gram packs per can). Recently I moved all my ammo to the basement on a shelf I bought specifically for the purpose of storing ammo (it'll hold 4500 lbs). All my ammo still looks as new and fresh as the day I bought it.
    I have left some of my magazines loaded for years without rotating out the old for new. All of it has fired without issue, but they were a little discolored.

  • @mikeskidmore6754
    @mikeskidmore6754 3 роки тому +2

    All of those Silicone packets I threw away .. I should have put them in a small air tight container and saved them until I got some metal Military ammo cans..
    I have like 3 military ammo cans I use at tool boxes..
    It definatley would be a good idea to get more of them for ammo storage with their rubber gasket in the lid and all ..

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah, and if they are the paper packet type, you can recharge them in the oven on low or microwave like I was talking about. They are a great little bit of cheap insurance for ammo storage. Thats for sure.

  • @keepinitsk8a516
    @keepinitsk8a516 2 роки тому +1

    I put my ammo in little baggies so I know how much off the bat with a couple 1g silicone packs, rip a side of the ammo box, and put that in the bag so I know what it is… put those bags in an ammo can with a couple more silicone packs

  • @shojus
    @shojus 3 роки тому +2

    I recommend the Harbor Freight cans if you can get them for $10 and under. They have held up well for me so far, and better than the Walmart cans 4 sure! Gotta keep that ammo in tip-top shape, especially nowadays! Also, I buy the Dry & Dry as well, but I buy them in crystal form and put them in coffee filters with zip ties to keep them sealed. It all works great!

  • @lessmith99
    @lessmith99 2 роки тому +1

    Nothing beats real surplus ammo cans, do not trust the look a like cans sold at sporting goods stores. I have some that are over 60 years old and still working great.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  2 роки тому

      I agree. A good condition surplus is the gold standard.

  • @frugalprepper
    @frugalprepper 3 роки тому +2

    You can save your Silica packets from other stuff. Put them in the oven at 220 for an hour or so and re-use them. I have some really old ammo that still fires. I have some 303 British Surplus from 1943 that still fires. I have some 22's that I bought as far back as 1991. I broke out a brick of them the other day. It said $7.99 on the price tag :( They all still fired.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Yep. good idea. I have some old ammo that shoots great too. And unfortunately some that does not. I remember when .22 was a penny a round. It sucks to even think about it....lol

  • @mbm887
    @mbm887 3 роки тому +1

    Rural King sells 50 cal cans also, best price I've seen so far. I buy what I can afford, mil grade they can keep.

  • @mikestanley9176
    @mikestanley9176 3 роки тому +1

    I have three that I picked up from a buddy for 5 bucks. I use 1 for my 35mm camera and accessories and 1 i use for my computer tools.

  • @chuckr5929
    @chuckr5929 3 роки тому +1

    I use the dollar tree moisture absorbers in all my stockpile and gun cabinets, they last about 6 months and that isn't bad for a buck each. I also use the ammo cans from Harbor freight, mostly the smaller plastic ones because they are easier to grab and carry if SHTF.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +1

      Thats cool 👍

  • @thomasbailey9820
    @thomasbailey9820 3 роки тому +2

    At first I thought " oh boy another paparazzi ammo video", but and I mean BUT. You are right on point. This video is really good, very informative, sincere and showing how it's suppose to be done.
    GREAT JOB.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      I was just trying to help some people with storing their ammo. I'm glad you liked the video. Thanks for the nice comment!

  • @geico1975
    @geico1975 3 роки тому +1

    Cool deal! That's exactly how I store mine too. Ammo in the original box put into a genuine military 50 cal, metal ammo can. Then, I've been putting my ammo cans in a medium to large plastic tub you can buy at Lowes' or Home Depot. I'm gonna buy those 5g packets I did learn that watching this though. Great idea, thanks.

  • @leahcimthgirw3163
    @leahcimthgirw3163 3 роки тому +1

    Few weeks back my son sent some ammo cans home from Afghanistan so we will be filling those very quickly

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Cool 👍

  • @davidrush8283
    @davidrush8283 Рік тому +2

    Save your brass and reload it with the powder and bullet of the ones you would not put in your gun

  • @romeosgenericchannel3971
    @romeosgenericchannel3971 3 роки тому +2

    I use plastic and metal with silica in them, Most my main rifle ammo is in mags in the boxes have been for over a decade now, i check em every once in a while but holding up just fine, great info and video man ! I rusted a ton of 762x39 back in the day storing incorrectly! Haha and man i hope your right about ammo coming down, eventually , Damn. I been thru this ammo sh!t 3 diff times now, Irs ridicoulous how it can even happen, Further gun control should not be a legal option, Shall not be infringed. No compromise we already deal with enough infringement as it is!

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +1

      I guess we have both learned the hard way....lol I hope you are doing good man!

    • @romeosgenericchannel3971
      @romeosgenericchannel3971 3 роки тому +1

      @@2aEdufor sure! Haha fortunate like you to have been into this stuff for a LONG time, I cant imagine starting new now, in this climate with these prices are insane, i couldnt even afford an AK let alone ammo! Haha i just recently had my Romak Convertes to DS finally, hope to have vid on it soon! you too brother appreciate the reply! Have a good one!

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      @@romeosgenericchannel3971 I know. I can't afford any of this stuff right now. That Romak is cool. I will look for the video. You have a good one too!

  • @steveyaworsky6170
    @steveyaworsky6170 3 роки тому +2

    This is probably the best ammo storage video I've seen. Overall your information is accurate and well founded, right down to the use of silicone grease and warning not to use petroleum based products on your ammo can gaskets. Same with the all-important use of desiccant packs.
    The only thing I disagree with is the use of plastic/polymer ammo cans. Most are flexible and have thin gaskets with very little surface area, and there's plenty of evidence to show you can't rely on them to be airtight. Quite honestly, I would take your coffee jar suggestion over them.
    Also, I never store my ammo loose. Yes they take up more space in boxes or plastic ammo containers, but I can date each box box and use the older stuff up first. There's certainly nothing wrong with storing it loose, but it's just not for me.
    I have about 15 calibers/gauges and with little exception have thousands of rounds of each, so keeping it well managed is pretty important.
    Once again, kudos on a well done video.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Thank you

  • @ronwalsh
    @ronwalsh 3 роки тому +1

    I always use repack kits to keep my 556 ammo on their stripper clips, cardboards, bandoliers and the thing that allows the stripper clips to be quickly loaded into the mags. I also add a few desiccant packs as well.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Sounds good 👍

  • @angelvalle9963
    @angelvalle9963 3 роки тому +5

    I prefer to keep the cardboard boxes and I date all my ammo.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +1

      Good idea 👍

  • @leegreene3059
    @leegreene3059 3 роки тому +1

    I broke open a spam can of 7.62×39 from 1951 a couple months ago still looks brand new and haven't had a single round not go off or act odd. Its corrosive but after running it just run clean water down the bore and gas block then clean it like normal when you get home.

  • @Driveby-Viktum
    @Driveby-Viktum 3 роки тому

    Blue crystal cat litter is sold loose in 3.5 to 15 lb bags for about 15 bucks. It's pure silica gel. Ive used it for a while. i just sprinkle a couple tablespoons into the top of whatever container and let it settle into the voids. it also changes color depending on saturation level, and has never failed me so far for my " loosely" stored ammo. I also use a Dazey Seal-A-Meal and and semi-vacuum seal my ammo into 50 rd bricks with a few grains of desiccant just in case.

  • @donsteilberg9050
    @donsteilberg9050 Рік тому +3

    One of the best ammo storage videos out there. Thank you

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  Рік тому

      👍 Thank you!

  • @johnbravo1005
    @johnbravo1005 3 роки тому +1

    I personally vaccum seal in the box and put it in ammo cans.

  • @wbpursell
    @wbpursell 3 роки тому

    Poly cans re lighter but steel cans will probably last a lifetime. I have both. Big "Tupperware " style boxes seal tight and work well too. Pretty much any container that seals air tight will work. For very long term I would put some extra sealer around the rubber gasket on an ammo can. Use you imagination.

  • @stevenkennedy4130
    @stevenkennedy4130 3 роки тому +1

    Another good one! I do the same thing. I bought a bunch of those Battle Packs & Bucket-0-Bullets, back when ya could. Thanks for the share!!

  • @DeplorableBitterClinger
    @DeplorableBitterClinger 3 роки тому +1

    I've got some 7.62x51 from the 60s that shoots great. I've also got some from the 80's that is very unreliable. The 80s stuff was free, because it hasn't been stored properly. I'm pulling the bullets and using the brass. I'll keep the bullets too, just incase I ever get desperate enough to reload using those. Not that I'll have primers for that at this rate....

  • @cskahooligan4680
    @cskahooligan4680 Рік тому

    Mineral based oils will break down rubber but using silicone oil works wonders since it soaks into the rubber and makes it swell a bit ensuring a better seal and preventing any cracking or rot. Silicone grease works good too but it wont absorb into the rubber as well. Also unless ur keeping the can closed for years straight(not opening it at all) the silica gel will eventually get spent and will stop obsorbing moisture if you open the can even like once a month so an indicating/rechargable silica gel pack will do you wonders. I usually hit the range as much as twice a week at most or 1-2 times per month at the least and i noticed the silica gel will be pretty much completely spent from just opening and closing the can indoors(humidity usually around 50%) after only a month or 2. Also if you notice your can isnt sealing properly silicone gasket paste works wonders. Oh and for 5.56 get some milspec stripper clips, makes loading mags super quick and very easy in a stressful situation

    • @cskahooligan4680
      @cskahooligan4680 Рік тому

      Also after 2 years ammo is still relatively expensive "cheap" m193 ball is like 45 cpr after shipping and tax, sometimes down to 42cpr after tax and shipping but pretty rare. I cry everytime i need to buy ammo ;(

  • @robertdinicola9225
    @robertdinicola9225 3 роки тому +4

    Light soft wire brush to get rid of the surface rust and run it. Let your friends shoot it.

  • @garciano4323
    @garciano4323 3 роки тому +5

    Great advice thanks! Looking forward to the vid on storing ammo in magazines.

  • @Ineedanumberattheend
    @Ineedanumberattheend 3 роки тому +2

    Good tips. I had sealed some cheapo chinese silica packets in with my ammo a few years ago in 50 cal cans, you made me think to purchase some of this newer quality stuff. Used your link, thanks for the reminder.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Cool. No prob 👍 Thank you!

  • @donaldeverett7474
    @donaldeverett7474 3 роки тому +1

    CHEAP WORKS GREAT!! Charcoal briquettes!!!

  • @cavediver1948
    @cavediver1948 2 роки тому +1

    I really like what you have presented. i would like to add put loose and/or boxed ammo in a heavy duty Zip Lock bag just to add another level of protection.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  2 роки тому

      Thank you. Good idea 👍

    • @Nattleby
      @Nattleby 2 роки тому +1

      I like using the ZCORR anti corrosion bags for really long term storage. They make them to fit .50 and .30 cal cans.

  • @danielk0106
    @danielk0106 3 роки тому +2

    Ammo prices are so high I have no problem storing my ammo. 15 rounds are stored in each of my 7 magazines. No need for a safe for ammo storage. 🤣

  • @bigez107
    @bigez107 3 роки тому +1

    I would never take it out of the box to store it unless I was going to vacuum seal it in mylar bag. And then I would still store it in a larger box or even an ammo box. Put one of the boxes folded flat in the container and do not mix ammo.

  • @squidy4082
    @squidy4082 2 роки тому +2

    It’s crazy how expensive ammo still is, I can’t imagine that it was 15 cents for 5.56

  • @dundeeecroc
    @dundeeecroc 2 роки тому +1

    Love your channel! I recommend PA-108 "Fat 50" cans. about 35 lbs loaded with 5.56 or .223.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  2 роки тому

      Thank you!

  • @squidy4082
    @squidy4082 2 роки тому +2

    I can’t even fathom that a box of 9mm used to be 8$, shits crazy as hell now that their almost 1$ a pop

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  2 роки тому +1

      That is what it was a year and a half ago. Things have gone crazy!

  • @TheProAer
    @TheProAer 3 роки тому +1

    @2EDU, took your advice ( IM IN FLORIDA/SILICA GEL IS A MUST) and ordered those Dry & Dry gel packs on Amazon, Couldn't find a local store who had them, Amazon is the only place to find those. Thanks for the recommendation 2EDU.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Cool Glad I could help!

    • @TheProAer
      @TheProAer 3 роки тому

      @@2aEdu you definitely did, I've been tossing silica gel packs in my cans that come with stuff I buy, because I'm cheap.lol Those aren't going to do the the job in the long term. So Dry & Dry it is, they arrive tommaro.

  • @RoninPrepper87
    @RoninPrepper87 3 роки тому +1

    i bought a military surplus a PA-120 40mm grenade ammo can i love it i can hold 5 20round military surplus mags standing side by side 12 30 round surplus mags a 40 round pro mag laying in between them with 250 rounds in the box and i stiil have room. you can get it from Sportsman's Guide

  • @davidwacton
    @davidwacton 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for putting this video out. I just bought 1000 rds if 9 mm. I was concerned how to store it, now I do know

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      You are welcome 👍

  • @tomstong3796
    @tomstong3796 3 роки тому +6

    my empty ammo cans are holding my ammo

  • @bansheemania1692
    @bansheemania1692 3 роки тому +1

    50cal ammo box. A few Smaller. Filled with the Brown Bag Desicant packs from when I was working in Mortar fuse work. Best bet EVEN dad has a Big Box store safe and A bunch of them and Everything has Been gold.. don't Touch ammo if it's for long term.. oil on skin

  • @martintangman366
    @martintangman366 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the link for the Dry Dry packets.

  • @jimmatson326
    @jimmatson326 3 роки тому +1

    I have 7.62x54R ammo from 1945 that was still in the Spam can. Shoots like new ammo. Just have to deal with the corrosive primers.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому

      Yep! That is awesome. I have the same type stuff. You are right.

  • @romagman
    @romagman 3 роки тому +1

    I want to thank you for your advice. I just purchase 4 of these military ammo cans.

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +1

      Cool! No prob 👍

  • @Johnny-jr2lq
    @Johnny-jr2lq 3 роки тому +1

    I cut the box tops from the 150 & 200 round bulk packs and put them in with the ammo it has the lot number and what it is

    • @2aEdu
      @2aEdu  3 роки тому +1

      Good idea 👍