How do you keep/store your S&Ws

[mbliss57]

I get them stuffed into my safe anyway I can. Some in their original boxes Ren waxed, Some on the rubberized racks, some on those hanging thingys that slip over the shelf and some on the door. And some in Gun rugs inside silicon socks (my best ones) on the floor. I moved all the long guns to a different storage area. That makes the safe a lot more bigger. I used to store them all in silicon socks and gun rugs but it was so hard to know what was in there. I like to be able to see every gun or the box label. After seeing others safes I guess I need to get more organized. At least I have them all on a spreadsheet so I know what I own and what I paid for them.

 

[Cpo1944]

I just put them in ZipLock bags, douch'em down good with WD-40, burp out the air, and seal'em up. Doesn't hurt the grips at all.

Tom you might want to rethink that WD-40.
Many years ago I went out of the gun hobby- I know, but it was only temporary insanity - any way I sprayed all of my guns liberally with WD-40 and didn`t touch them for about 7 years.

When I recovered my senses and got out my guns to go shooting, I found the WD-40 had gotten hard and thickened to a set up mess like cured varnish.

The bolt on my Remington 1100 could not be opened -it was glued shut!

I had to soak everything in kerosene to get the bad stuff off.
No more WD-40 on my guns. There are much better products out there.
I thought I`d share my experience for what it`s worth.

 

[Jimstr]

How do those safe door hangers attach?

PSSMAN .....that is one sick collection...congrats!!!!

 

[jlynch34]

I store mine just like gscrasher & Sportsterguy.

Jerry

 

[BJoe]

Each to his own but never been a fan of ANYTHING coming to contact with the surface. I keep them standing up and sleep better.

 

[CobraGirl]

I keep one on my side of the bed; one in the pantry in my kitchen; one in the console of my truck; and the extra one in the safe. Thinking I need more after looking at all these collections! However, I'll probably have to buy my own safe (as in "hers") - our main safe is pretty full of Dan Wessons! Had to get a spare safe for the long guns.

 

[Ed333]

I use this

[source nra.com]

and this

[source stack-on.com]

So far no issues

Same here, I take the end off one, and can fit two side by side in a document safe purchased from Office Max (not the fireproof kind, which can present humidity problems) which takes care of six, plus there is a shelf above. I have two of these, when they fill up it is time to get rid of something. Silicone cloth wipedown after handling, and a golden rod inside the safe. The neoprene/foam is non-reactive, no contact spots, whereas laying a revolver on its side on bare wood can result in a contact spot on the cylinder (don't ask me how I know this). Storing in a leather holster or a cloth case is the worst, just a big moisture magnet.

 

[gmiller0737]

Mine are All a Safe Most are in Gun Socks with the Exception of My Model 60-7 when I am not carring it it is stored in a smaller safe Loaded & in My Desantis IWB Holster (Kids in The House) All My CCW Guns Sre stored in a smaller Safe Loaded & Most are in their Holsters,None of the Guns in other locations are kept loaded.

 

[Ed333]

Crown Royal?

Either in an empty Crown Royal bag in the safe, ...snip....

Where do you get empty Crown Royal bags????

What if you don't like Crown Royal?

 

[SAWMAN]

Each to his own but never been a fan of ANYTHING coming to contact with the surface. I keep them standing up and sleep better.

I really like these stands, where did you find them?
Also looks like you have different types?

 

[97thSignalman]

I use this

[source nra.com]

and this

[source stack-on.com]

So far no issues

That's what I use too.

 

[arjay]

Renwax,borestores and into the safe.

 

[Freedomfirst]

When S&W packages new guns, they are wrapped in VCI paper to prevent corrosion. I bought VCI pouches from The Rust Store - they come in different sizes - for the guns i don't use much, even for rifles and shotguns. For guns that I keep handy in my house, I have them in plastic sandwich bags with small moisture absorbant dessicator packs. Easy access and keeps guns and ammo in them dry.

 

[tgsherman]

S&W

When you aren't shooting, fondling or otherwise handling your gun; what it is best way to keep them looking good. Is keeping the gun in a holster a bad idea? How about keeping them in gun socks? I keep my M37 in a mini crown royal bag

Where is the Crown Royal??

 

[tgsherman]

Where is the Crown Royal??

 

[WhyMan]

Do I Over Do It?

I put mine in one of those specially treated plastic bags; seal it with some rubber bands; then I put that inside a silicone sock and tie it shut. Then it goes into my safe which has several desiccant mechanisms. I put a small label on each one to facilitate identification!

 

[tgsherman]

S&W

A good place to store handguns on a temporary basis is in the safety deposit box in a bank. They don't see what you are putting in the box plus it is a climate controlled area. Not real handy to get to after hours. Although with Obama in charge I am not sure if I trust banks but it is the best option if you don't have a safe!

Tom

 

[tgsherman]

S&W

A good place to store handguns on a temporary basis is in the safety deposit box in a bank. They don't see what you are putting in the box plus it is a climate controlled area. Not real handy to get to after hours. Although with Obama in charge I am not sure if I trust banks but it is the best option if you don't have a safe!

Tom

 

[blacksharkL82]

I am an abuser. I'm sorry to burst any bubbles you guys have but:
I stick them in drawers, under my pillow, in the crevice of the stuffed chair that I'm sitting in/on, in the kitchen cabinets and any place they will be handy.
What good is a gun, you can't reach when you need it?
Oh yes, I have many more than, ONE!
Care= useing them often and cleaning when needed, after use.
How often do you wash and clean your pocket knife? Where do you store it? Over 75 hand guns, are ready to use, within arms reach, as they should be.
Safe queens are not allowed in my home.

 

[HardShell]

Lots of nice custom drawer rigs posted, very good looking and efficient. I'm a little jealous.

I use these in my safe. They are from Midway.

I used those as well, but mine came from BassPro (I needed several, I had a credit coming back to me there, and they were on sale to boot ).

Like many of you I am not a "one brand only guy," but most of my revolvers (stored in my second-largest safe) are S&Ws...

And some of my semi-autos (in the biggest of the safes) are S&Ws as well, but a smaller percentage than with the wheelguns...

 

[srsmyth]

When you aren't shooting, fondling or otherwise handling your gun; what it is best way to keep them looking good. I keep my M37 in a mini crown royal bag

I just purchased a 29-2 from a forum member and it arrived at my FFL in a Crown Royal bag so I assume that must be the ticket.
Steve