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We said above that the cardboard or foam factory ammo packaging can potentially absorb water from the air, but we still recommend ammo be stored in its factory packaging where possible (inside a larger, airtight container, of course), and not just because it makes it easier to organize and store.

I wouldn't store it in an ammo can that is going to be treated roughly without some padding to stabilize the contents (or even put bunches of ammo in small ziplock bags inside the cans), or there may be wear and tear damage.

Basically, a cool dry place is what you seek. If properly stored, modern ammo will last for hundreds of years at least. Things that shorten the lifespan the most are heat and moisture, but there are other factors as well. Use a mil surplus or new mil spec ammo can, with a rubber gasket.

But in general; if you're buying for long term AMMUNITION storage I recommend going with METAL. If you want a few to help with transportation to and from the range go with PLASTIC. Plastic ammo cans are as good as surplus metal ones, in my opinion.

Ammunition is best stored in the original box. This can be as easy as putting it on the shelf in the shipping box it arrived in. Unless I am certain I am going to the range in the next day or so, I never open the boxes and pour the contents into a metal can. Sure, having those 500 9mms in an ammo can is cool enough.

I keep mine in it's original box with the plastic tray if possible, unless the box is damaged. The little silica packs that absorb moisture come with almost everything we buy so i recycle those and keep them in the area where i store ammo. I also keep 1 in each gun case to help prevent rust.

Best Places to Store Ammo When choosing an ammo storage location, shoot for dark, dry and cool ? not cold. A closet inside a home is ideal. I would, however, avoid extremes such as basement storage or storing ammo in the attic. Normal fluctuations in household temperatures are OK.

Can you store ammo in ziplock bags? - Quora. Sure you can, wont hurt it as long as its sealed. Want to store it for a very long time preload magazines and vacuum seal them providing you are using military spec ammo that has sealant applied.