cartridge shelf life?
#3
Giant Nontypical
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: fort mcmurray alberta canada
Posts: 5,667
RE: cartridge shelf life?
If stored in a cool dry location ammmunition or powder will last for many years.I myself have powder that is ten years old and have used powder over 20 years old with no problems.
#5
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Ossineke, Michigan
Posts: 25
RE: cartridge shelf life?
As long as it is stored in a cool/dry space is should last indefinatly!
I've been shooting Military surplus ammo (late 40's & 50's) in my 1903-A3 30-06 Springfield, and in my 8mm K98 Mauser for years and still haven't come across a dud round. I have just finished up with a "ammo-can" full (750 rounds) of the 8mm stuff from the 1957 era. and just ordered another 1600 rounds of the stuff. Cheap Shooting & fun!
I've been shooting Military surplus ammo (late 40's & 50's) in my 1903-A3 30-06 Springfield, and in my 8mm K98 Mauser for years and still haven't come across a dud round. I have just finished up with a "ammo-can" full (750 rounds) of the 8mm stuff from the 1957 era. and just ordered another 1600 rounds of the stuff. Cheap Shooting & fun!
#6
RE: cartridge shelf life?
ORIGINAL: meopilite
I reloaded some ammo about 3 years ago and havnet used it. I also have some powder that is 3 years old. would it be safe to use the stuff just for target shooting?
I reloaded some ammo about 3 years ago and havnet used it. I also have some powder that is 3 years old. would it be safe to use the stuff just for target shooting?
I have fired .45 ACP G.I. ball ammo that was loaded during WWI (1918 headstamp) and it was as good as new!