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We just bought a FoodSaver vacuum packing system. If I throw some dessicant into the bags would it be OK to store ammo, bullets, primers, etc this way?
Thanks,
George
Thanks,
George
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I don't see why not, just keep the primers in their 100 count boxes.
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Kind of overkill for bullets and primers. The food bags are too thin for rifle ammo. Pistol ammo is fine. But if you are not burying this stuff I vote overkill.Comment
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*Disclaimer: Im not a subject matter expert on long term powder/primer storage*
I would just seal it with the dessicant at most. Just take the air out, but no vacuum. It will last forever out in the open. Im thinking you might cause slight change during the vacuum and repressurization process.Comment
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My bad, Im a complete moron for not being ultra clear on this. Vacuum out the excess and keep it at the same atmospheric pressure. You can optionally press the air out of the bag. People like the above referenced will split hairs and say this is still vacuuming. Maybe true... depends on how you look at it. The point is to reduce the amount of moisture by reducing the air space, but keep it around the same atmospheric pressure as you house.Comment
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Although I haven't "bagged" my loaded rounds... I have done this with other items. Zip up the bag with the last 1/2" open, squeeze out the air and finish the zip. Not a vacuum... but most of the air, and moisture, is out.
As for my loaded ammo, I just have them stored in those plastic boxes and then in ammo cans with activated desiccant bags.Eat what you kill... unless it's a zombie.
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Definition of a Veteran:
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