There’s nothing more critical to a reloader than the storing of the supplies and finished product. You can spend all the time and money you want in creating the perfect load only to have it ruined due to your storage conditions. With one of the main reasons for reloading being the improved accuracy it allows, proper storage should be one of the highest priorities on your list when setting up your reloading area.

Proper Temperature

One aspect many beginner reloaders fail to take into consideration is the temperature at which they store the materials and reloaded ammo. Your rounds, mainly the metal in the bullets and casings, do not hold well under severe changes in the temperature. If the rounds get to hot, such as after being left in the hot trunk of your car in the severe heat for several days, it is likely the rounds will falter. Also, the same holds true when they are subjected to an extreme cold temperature.

As the metals heat up and cool off, they expand and then retract. This process could cause fatal flaws in the round, causing the load to either not perform as expected or to not shoot at all.

Humidity is a reloader’s worse nightmare

Humidity is perhaps the biggest cause of malfunction in the material used in reloading, primarily the powder. However, it’s not just the powder that can be effected. If the brass is allowed to be in a wet environment for an extended period, corrosion is sure to set in. Also, the humid environment can affect the shape and size of your brass. It is imperative that you store all of your reloading material, as well as the finished product, in a dry climate. If moisture is prone to getting into your storage area, you might consider purchasing a dehumidifier or storing the materials in an air-tight compartment.

Controlling Access

Face it; most of our reloading areas are housed in a garage or shop the is attached to our house. Often, it is an area often travelled by other members of our family, especially children and pets. While the ammunition, itself, isn’t going to grow legs, crawl out of the box, and shoot someone, the materials used to create the ammo contain amounts of chemicals that could be harmful to your pets and kids.

If your work station is in a highly travelled area of your house, consider putting all of your materials and finished rounds in a locked container or cabinet. This will keep your family safe and allow you to continue excelling in your new hobby.

Storing the finished rounds

There’s no denying that ammunition can be highly volatile, especially if subjected to sudden drops and tumbles. Most reloaded will invest in special-made containers designed to hold the round upright. However, for those wanting to save money every way possible, most store-bought ammo containers are just as good and provide a solid container for storing rounds safely.

There’s nothing more disheartening, or embarrassing, than getting to the range and discovering that your self-made rounds have been compromised by factors completely in your control. Those bad range days can be avoided by taking these easy steps and ensuring your materials and equipment are stored properly.

 

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