As a responsible gun owner, you have taken several precautions to ensure your firearms are stored in a safe environment. However, did you know that if you store your ammunition wrong, it can lead to several issues, including corrosion, damage to the gun powder, or even complete failure? Proper ammunition storage is critical to protect your investment and lengthen the life of the product. Here are a few simple tips to help you properly store your ammunition at home.

Choose a Safe and Secure Place

Like your firearms, your ammunition should be stored away from children. Ammunition is filled with a flammable substance that if handled incorrectly by a curious child, can lead to serious injury. Additionally, ammunition poses a choking hazard to very small children. Your ammunition should always before stored in a place that your children cannot access, such as a safe.

Purchase the Right Storage Option

There are several options at a variety of price points that will protect your ammunition. For example, if you have small amounts of ammunition, you can keep the product in its original packaging. The packaging can then be vacuum sealed for long-term storage or placed in metal or plastic ammunition storage containers.

Label the ammunition in each container and when you add new ammunition, rotate the older ammunition to the front to ensure it is utilized next. Check the ammunition periodically and look for signs of corrosion, damage, or wear. Damaged ammunition should not be used and instead, should be disposed of properly.

Locate the Ideal Environment

Always store your ammunition in a cool, dry place that is away from direct sunlight. Moisture, heat, and sunlight can quickly damage your ammunition and make it unusable. If you live in a humid area or have issues with humidity in your home, consider purchasing a dehumidifier. Add desiccant packs to the plastic or metal ammunition boxes to help remove any excess moisture from the product, as well.

Consider storing your ammunition in different areas. This will ensure that if part of your ammunition stockpile is damaged due to unforeseen circumstances, such as a flood or unexpected moisture, part of your product will still be usable and protected.

From making sure to keep your ammunition in a cool, dry place to choosing a location that cannot be easily accessed by children, when it comes to storing your ammunition, there are several factors you need to keep in mind.

Reach out to a local gun shop to get more tips on how to safely store ammunition like rifle ammo.