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Guns should not be 'stored' in cases of any type.

They like open air, and dry air.

A safe is usually best, and consider a 'Golden Rod' type dehumidifier.

Transport cases are just that, and a lot of damage is caused by long term storage in a case.


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I'm glad for your post. It's the specific "wheelhouses" that come in handy and provide a great deal of help and information.
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Originally Posted By: Shotgunjones
Guns should not be 'stored' in cases of any type.

They like open air, and dry air.

A safe is usually best, and consider a 'Golden Rod' type dehumidifier.

Transport cases are just that, and a lot of damage is caused by long term storage in a case.


You're very right, the best case scenario is a large, dehumidified vault with plenty of dry air circulation. For my specific purposes, though, I have to look for other options. Campers already have humidity problems, so even if I built a vault into it, I'd be dealing with some moisture.


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I was typing that last post in as you were describing your dehumidified case.

That's a great idea for your specific application.


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Ah yes, then we're in agreement!


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As a condo dweller, I don't think a long gun safe is a viable option. I used to keep them stored in the closet upright, but I was definitely losing barrel finish to the sheetrock and was concerned about them falling down (I realize barrel down is preferred as well). Since I only have a couple at any given time, individual cases seemed like they provided a better storage option. I thought felt cases were suitable for semi-long term storage, but apparently that is not the case. I have also considered some sort of wall rack just to get them out of the way.

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Dan, why would a gun safe not be an option? If your Condo rules permit firearms, why not a gun safe? I have moved my large safe every where I've lived with no problems.

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Eric, basically, we are in the city and short on space. I could get one, but the closets are full enough as it is. Plus, the lady would most likely have a conniption unless West Elm or Restoration Hardware is making gun safes these days.

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Dan,
Have you considered an under-bed safe?

Depending on how wide your closet door is, you might even be able to bolt it down on the floor in your closet.

I understand the space constraints, and a case could pull double duty, but a sliding drawer style safe would offer you slightly more security, or at least it wouldn't give a thief a convenient carry-handle.


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If you have a guest bedroom in the condo you could get a small safe for that room. You only have a few on hand and I really think you could talk her into a central storage unit rather than have them loose and under her feet. Even if you do not bolt it to the floor or wall it does make it harder for the run in grab and run out to the waiting transport. The smaller safes still require two guy's to move and are a deterient to theft.

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