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Post by Buckslayer on Mar 7, 2007 22:50:56 GMT -4
how do you store you powder and how long can you store your powder?how long does powder last if sealed?we are talking 777,pyrodex and blackpowders..
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Post by loggy on Mar 9, 2007 8:29:19 GMT -4
Store all in factory container in cool dry area.
BP will store virtually forever. I read that the substitutes have a limited storage life in maintainng potency but cant verify it myself. Ive had T-7 & used some with approx 4-5 years storage & never a problem myself. When T-7 first came on the market it was promited as having a much longer storage life thn pyrodex etc. plus being more resilient to temp extremes etc. Read one article wjhere it was put in a freezer then out in hot sun for several times & no problem.
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Post by edmehlig on Mar 9, 2007 12:03:27 GMT -4
I know a friend who had Prydex P for about 4 yrs and it fizzled on him and then went off while hunting. Needless to say he missed. Tried another load and the same thing happened.
Being I tend to only shoot my ML now, generally my powder don't last a year, so its not a problem for me. But I probably would throw my powder away after 3 years. However, true black powder is another story.
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Post by batchief909 on Mar 9, 2007 15:07:48 GMT -4
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Post by edmehlig on Mar 9, 2007 15:21:54 GMT -4
Some things never change
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Post by batchief909 on Mar 9, 2007 16:35:15 GMT -4
Yes they do....
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Post by loggy on Mar 9, 2007 17:48:59 GMT -4
Yes they do.... WHUT!!! ;D
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Post by batchief909 on Mar 9, 2007 18:13:44 GMT -4
;D
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Post by edmehlig on Mar 9, 2007 23:04:20 GMT -4
Easy come, Easy go! ;D
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Post by loggy on Mar 9, 2007 23:10:35 GMT -4
I thought only bp smelled like rotten eggs but T-7 sometimes can stink too! ;D Kiddin aside...this is a no BS Board run by no BS folks!!! If i see posts comin in that are total crap & whackin folks.....they are put in the crapper for long term storage! This was my first turd flush!! ;D
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Post by edmehlig on Mar 9, 2007 23:15:32 GMT -4
If i see posts comin in that are total crap...they are put in the crapper! ;D And so they should be, we're all suppost to be adults and want to share our ideas, experiences and so on so others can learn what we learned through trial and error.
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Post by batchief909 on Mar 11, 2007 9:11:26 GMT -4
Thanks for keeping the pool clean, Loggy.
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Post by dickert54cal on Mar 15, 2007 15:30:44 GMT -4
I only hpoe Greybear will chime in his expertise here on this issue---
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Post by gotbucks on Mar 19, 2007 20:31:50 GMT -4
I still have a 1 lb container of Pyrodex RS Select from 5 years ago and it shoots fine. I store it in the container it comes in which a tightly closed lid and store it in the basement, next to the furnance. Just kidding it's in a locked storage locker that the kids can't get into. I guess it will keep as long as no moisture gets to it. I've heard of guys using those silica packets to store with the powder to get rid of moisture, but I have never had a problem with moisture. I guess it depends on where you live.
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Post by greybearjr on Mar 19, 2007 21:10:13 GMT -4
Dickert54cal is trying to get me to talk shop but I will offer that I will be happy to share with anyone who wants them the BATF storage regulations for Blackpowder part of 18 USCA Chapter 921. You can also get them on line but the websites have changed so I will try to get the right links to everybody.
To make a long story short, the regs a written for 50 pounds of powder storage or more but the safety principles remain the same. 1. Store in the original containers 2. If possible, store outside of your residence in an out building (your insurance agent will explain that one) 3. Store in a non-sparking secure area or container. I prefer to store my cans in a double walled corrugated paper box that has been painted on both sides with epoxy white paint, has carry handles and a clasp lock and is clearly marked blackpowder. Blackpowder cans are designed to unravel upon ignition and not frag. The paper box will only burn and not retard the explosion of the cans. The white paint is to show any spilling or leaks right away so there is no build up of powder. 4. DO NOT USE AMMO CANS: These cans were designed to hold small charges of individual rounds, not several pounds of powder. I have done this test many times. With two pounds of powder in a latched 50 cal can, the can will frag.
OK enough preaching for today. Any one interested in more boring details can PM me.
GBJ
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