Post by outlawben on Dec 20, 2015 23:07:31 GMT -5
It's the subject of heavy discussion on gun forums.
I believe the first thing to consider is the climate conditions in which the guns is to be stored, and then how long.
More harsh conditions require different things.
I was in a special boat unit in the USN. Storage wasn't an issue there- they stayed hot and shot. Cleaned with hot water and sprayed down with Breakfree being around salt water..
So I'm sure oils and sprays of most types will do the trick -
However, those conditions don't match my storage needs for my collectibles.
After some thought, I looked up how the National Firearm Museum stored and cared for the guns entrusted to the NFM. They use Renn wax.
The Smithsonian also uses Renn wax on many things.
So, I've seen it argued that Renn Wax does not prevent against rust and oils and greases are better. I've seen the YouTube experiments - what I call the "backyard" experiments and an individual tests which and what did better than the other.
I don't have the environment control in my house to match a Musuem most likely. However, my guns are in a temperature controlled environment of standard central heat and air system in my house. I think most of collector guns are, and even guns seeing regular use. I can monitor humidity very inexpensively and control it as well, keeping the humidity within the boundaries.
So - with that said- again I feel like the conditions are the most important thing to consider.
I believe my storing conditions are close enough to a museums - not outdoors or garage conditions, that my best choice is also Renn Wax.
i protect my guns with a good coating of Renn wax, then place inside Bore Store brand "cases". The company calls them cases, but their like a loose knit breathable shaped sock. I use the Bore Stores because they're thicker and space is the second issue for me, so it's better to use them for me to prevent dings and scratches as well as rust prevention.
The reason I like Renn wax is that its easy to apply and it's been good for me for long term storage. I put it on with a finger and wipe it off with a soft cloth. You can't see it on the gun when done, but properly coated, the gun doesn't fingerprint when touched afterwards. It appears safe for the mass majority of any material- Ivory, wood, metal, etc. oils and greases will likely work just as good, but I feel like I need to check and re-wipe on a regular basis with that method in case it dries out over a long period. There are good greases on the market for long term storage, (Riggs, etc) that's made for long term storage, but I'm told to not use it on nickel, and would also likely darken wood over time. Probably some good stuff for the inside of chambers and barrel bores for blued guns.
We are all looking for ultimately what gives us the most assurance and peace of mind and Renn wax does it for me.
I believe the first thing to consider is the climate conditions in which the guns is to be stored, and then how long.
More harsh conditions require different things.
I was in a special boat unit in the USN. Storage wasn't an issue there- they stayed hot and shot. Cleaned with hot water and sprayed down with Breakfree being around salt water..
So I'm sure oils and sprays of most types will do the trick -
However, those conditions don't match my storage needs for my collectibles.
After some thought, I looked up how the National Firearm Museum stored and cared for the guns entrusted to the NFM. They use Renn wax.
The Smithsonian also uses Renn wax on many things.
So, I've seen it argued that Renn Wax does not prevent against rust and oils and greases are better. I've seen the YouTube experiments - what I call the "backyard" experiments and an individual tests which and what did better than the other.
I don't have the environment control in my house to match a Musuem most likely. However, my guns are in a temperature controlled environment of standard central heat and air system in my house. I think most of collector guns are, and even guns seeing regular use. I can monitor humidity very inexpensively and control it as well, keeping the humidity within the boundaries.
So - with that said- again I feel like the conditions are the most important thing to consider.
I believe my storing conditions are close enough to a museums - not outdoors or garage conditions, that my best choice is also Renn Wax.
i protect my guns with a good coating of Renn wax, then place inside Bore Store brand "cases". The company calls them cases, but their like a loose knit breathable shaped sock. I use the Bore Stores because they're thicker and space is the second issue for me, so it's better to use them for me to prevent dings and scratches as well as rust prevention.
The reason I like Renn wax is that its easy to apply and it's been good for me for long term storage. I put it on with a finger and wipe it off with a soft cloth. You can't see it on the gun when done, but properly coated, the gun doesn't fingerprint when touched afterwards. It appears safe for the mass majority of any material- Ivory, wood, metal, etc. oils and greases will likely work just as good, but I feel like I need to check and re-wipe on a regular basis with that method in case it dries out over a long period. There are good greases on the market for long term storage, (Riggs, etc) that's made for long term storage, but I'm told to not use it on nickel, and would also likely darken wood over time. Probably some good stuff for the inside of chambers and barrel bores for blued guns.
We are all looking for ultimately what gives us the most assurance and peace of mind and Renn wax does it for me.