r/canadaguns • u/TheBulletBuddy • 13d ago

Misc Storage info relating to rust.

Curious what others are doing to make sure our paper weights aren't rusting. So far I've just been leaving a slightly heavier than normal coating of gun oil, and then wiping/reapplying every few months. Cant say the place its stored is overly humid.

Curious what others are doing or if that pretty much sums up most people's "routine" for long term storage.

Would rather not find out that I should of done something different when its too late haha.

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u/_MlCE_ 12d ago

Dollarama Damp Traps

Lasts 3-6 months inside a locker

Add a dehumidifier to the room (rainy summer days can get 60-100% humidity)

Winter is not too bad since the cold sucks moisture out of the air.

Also try to oil down your gun once or twice a year. If you shoot corrosive, you need to take extra steps.

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u/hafetysazard 12d ago

The liquid they collect can be really bad news for your guns if it ever spilled, so be careful or switch to something with less potential to cause an awful mess.