5 WAYS TO STORE YOUR AMMO - LONG TERM AMMUNITION STORAGE - PREPPING FOR AMMO SHORTAGE

[@sr-5568]

Have ammo that has been stored in ammo cans with desiccant in the basement for thirty years fires like brand new to this day.

[@jasondavis741]

I keep my ammo in boxes labeled "cooking utensils" and "cleaning supplies". That way my wife won't ever find it.

[@DirkaDirka-n9j]

BRILLIANT! Why didn’t I think of that! Oh ya, because I am stupid.

[@JBosler3]

Great suggestion about using the square plastic ("nut") containers. That they fit in the 50 Cal ammo can is a bonus! Thanks.

[@MrLandphill]

thanks for all you do for the community

[@ronaldprovencher7570]

I vacuum seal my Ammo and store it in a ammo can .. in a controlled environment 60 to 70 degrees .. it should last forever ..

[@Omnivorous1One]

I keep my ammo in the cardboard boxes but I also keep them in military ammo cases with desiccant packs in each ammo case. That way any moisture that may have been in the cardboard gets absorbed by the desiccant pack & after a month or so I just replace the desiccant pack with a new one. Since the ammo cases are sealed with a gasket new humidity shouldn’t be getting in there & the ammo cans are kept in a clean dry area. Its also good to label each box as to when you acquired it so you can use up the older stuff first.

[@FiveElementsTactical]

Great tips!! Thanks for sharing!!🙏🏼

[@patricks2695]

Great suggestions. One more is to use VCI, vapor corrosion inhibitor pads. The military uses this stuff since WWII for storage. Place a pad within an ammo box (loose ammo) and the pad releases a molecular vapor that bonds to any metal surface blocking any moisture and eliminating the oxidation process. I use VCI MAX.

[@patricks2695]

If you want to me to send you some free samples, let me know. I have my own brand of desiccants and VCI. Just looking for feedback. Thank you!

[@markruane3660]

One method I didnt see you demonstate is vacuum sealed bags which also works very well .

[@pfpublius]

One thing i find helpful is to label the metal ammo can with one piece of info & label the front latch handle with something else. For example, on my shotgun shell cans, I'll label the front of the can below the latch witht he guage & ill labe the latch handle with the load. Since the lids are swappable, this method allows for some flexibility if your labelling method isn't easily changeable. Also...i use the camo spray paints to give my metal cans a different base color for different purposes. For example, all my defense rounds are in light tan cans, hunting is black, target/range/bulk is dark brown, etc. I use little animal stencils to distinguish shot loads. I've found that i can easily put enough info on the front of every can to identify what's in every can i have...and it's not a trivial number. I'll try to do my own video on it in 2025.

[@tibzig1]

Great info sir. BTW, I fully endorse you for a role on The Sopranos! LOL!

[@bettyboop9148]

Great info. Thank you for sharing

[@alexllc2958]

If you buy surplus ammo , that mean ammo do not care about stored in boxes for years , extreme temperature change is your enemy !

[@tibzig1]

Thanks sir. Good Info. BTW, I will vote for you for a role on the Sopranos. LOL!

[@Hopeful-w7h]

This is super helpful ~ thank you!

[@charlesgillette2925]

Mags for ar 30 rounds i load 28 rounds 20 round mags 18 found they are easier on the springs. I have seen students load 31 rounds in a 30 round mag. Now you have a great paper weight. Just my two cents.

[@fredbustin3788]

I still have some .22 and 20 ga that are 40 to 45 years old. Stored in the boxes they came in and I have probably had theee misfires out of 600 rounds of the .22. I like those square jars! and have a couple that I have been wondering how to use them... Hmmmm

[@davidrosenberg5453]

Just found your video and thought it was outstanding. So, I watched another video of yours and I’m impressed with the info you’re dishing out. I’m sold. Subscribing etc… thanks

[@FiveElementsTactical]

Thank you so much. Been real busy. But I have some videos on deck. Hoping to be back in the spring. Stay Tuned.

[@wbwills2]

That lawman police surplus is a good one to find for a good price. Hard to beat!

[@3nertia]

Does your basement ever flood?

[@johng3669]

What are your thoughts on using nitrogen when storing ammo for long periods? Is that just overkill?

[@3nertia]

It's not IF you can afford it but have you priced nitrogen lately? Heh

[@mattchaffin1133]

Thanks for the info. I use the plastic ammo cans. Is there a difference in using the plastic over the metal cans other than weight?

[@3nertia]

Metal cans rust but plastic cans are NOT oxygen barriers. Most of them wont even keep moisture out - from what I've seen in KZbin videos testing such things. The metal cans seem to have a better latching mechanism and a better seal than what I've seen on plastic ammo cans. A good paint job on the metal can, oil the seal with some vaseline or silicone lubricant then wrap it in duct/Gorilla/T-Rex tape and it should be good to go I don't actually own ANY of the aforementioned items but I have been doing research and have watched a fuckton of KZbin videos on such things - take what I say with a grain of salt :)

[@mattchaffin1133]

@@3nertia thanks for the info. It give me something else to study on and find info. I would think depending on the environment, plastic would keep a little more moisture out over the metal, but that’s just me thinking on the fly. I would think for the metal to keep it under control, it would need some type of lining or wrap to help control the temp of the metal. Great points to ponder. Thanks again for the input.

[@3nertia]

@@mattchaffin1133 The plastic do indeed keep rain and such out but if they were to become submerged, they will leak - from what I saw. Lemme see if I can find the video for ya ... As for your point about moisture in the metal due to temp, I would say moisture absorbers would probably do the trick. Then as long as it's sealed, the moisture would have nowhere else to go (like on your ammo). You could also do what people do when they bury their ammo which is vacuum seal it (I'd use mylar)

[@3nertia]

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[@wbwills2]

Love the smaller us military metal box in the middle. Buy every one that’s in good enough condition for ammo storage that I find at military surplus,,flea market,garage sale or wherever.get them for near to nothing and they are just a good size without being too heavy or awkward. For me anyway. Good advice thx

[@vallovesnature8449]

Very informative video. I have my dad’s BB gun, no ammo. I think he used it to scare squirrels. Meanwhile I have one eating out of my hand now😂. Stay awesome, stay safe Kyoshi Dave!!

[@jimstewart5739]

Based on your container selection, I have come to the logical conclusion that you eat too much mixed nuts... 😎. Seriously, good stuff - thanks for sharing!

[@scottzike1054]

One .50 cal can will store 300 .308 in 20 round box or 1000 5.56 in 50 round box or 1000 9mm in 50 round box or 2500 .22 LR in 100 round containers (CCI plastic) I built a wooden shelving unit that houses 35 cans (5 shelves of 7 cans) for my shtf ammo which i started gathering quite a few years ago. 1500 or 5 cans .308 (900 168 gr hpbt/600 147 gr ball) 15000 or 15 cans 5.56 62 gr ball. 5000 or 5 cans of 9mm (3000 124 gr XTP/2000 124 gr ball). 25000 or 10 cans of .22 lr (5000 CCI 32 gr HP Stingers/20000 CCI 36 gr HP). ((46500 for those that count)) Each can also has a desicant pack in it. My training/hunting/range/practice ammo and ammo in other calibers is also stored on shelves but not in ammo cans. Some is stored in mags others in original box and some in mtm 100 count boxes. Enjoyed your video.

[@FiveElementsTactical]

Wow!!!! Great info!! Talk about organized. Thank you so much for all the knowledge and experience. Much appreciated! 🙏🏼

[@johng3669]

“This drives my wife crazy” 🤣🤣🤣

[@johninphx9360]

Never remove from original boxes until u use it.

[@mmgee]

I’m betting your department keeps it in the original packaging same for the US Army, Marine Corps and FBI. Having the lot numbers is a requirement

[@mikeparrish6388]

Why don’t you just get off of some of that money and buy a few extra magazines and then you wouldn’t have to change so often

[@chrisburnsed6349]

Just keep it cool and dry indoors in an ammo can and It will last longer than you live. I’ve got 40 year old .22 ammo that looks and shoots like I just bought it. People way overthink this crap

[@rchiribogar]

Great information!! Thank you!!