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Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
My safe is supposed to be able to hold ?? long guns, but with all the ammo, pistols and non-firearm related valuables in there, I can only fit six rifles on one side of the safe. The other side has removable shelves, but they are holding other things.
A few of my rifles were purchased NIB and putting a scope or red dot on some of them leaves little room. I didn't want them to get all scratched or nicked anymore than usual wear, so I saw that one can purchase these long socks that can be slipped over the rifles and even over the mounted scopes. I ordered a half dozen in a package and slipped them over the rifles beginning from the muzzle as the first one I tried beginning at the butt end was very difficult because of the rubber recoil pads. I left one of the rifles uncovered in case of an emergency and it won't get nicked or scratched because all the others are covered.
A few of my rifles were purchased NIB and putting a scope or red dot on some of them leaves little room. I didn't want them to get all scratched or nicked anymore than usual wear, so I saw that one can purchase these long socks that can be slipped over the rifles and even over the mounted scopes. I ordered a half dozen in a package and slipped them over the rifles beginning from the muzzle as the first one I tried beginning at the butt end was very difficult because of the rubber recoil pads. I left one of the rifles uncovered in case of an emergency and it won't get nicked or scratched because all the others are covered.
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- BrokenolMarine
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Re: Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
Make sure to pull the sock from at least one after a few weeks to make sure they are breathing well instead of holding moisture. Don't want your protection from dings and scratches to induce corrosion.
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Re: Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
Seems like a good idea. Corrosion is a concern. But, I have not experience any yet. I have kept two handguns (one stainless steel and other blue finish) in sleeves for years (20+), and, they are still in good condition. Now, I did take them out every few months or so and clean them. But, that was able it. Maybe, I just got smiled on. Yet, I don’t kept them in sleeves any longer, want to make sure they get plenty of air. I normally had them in a cool area. That could have made some difference?
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Re: Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
“Happiness is a warm gun” *
* The Beatles
Anyway, in the past I had a sock that was treated with silicone for corrosion protection. I’m sure there’re still out there.
* The Beatles
Anyway, in the past I had a sock that was treated with silicone for corrosion protection. I’m sure there’re still out there.
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Re: Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
I've been using these gun socks for about 6 months now. Since they are designed for firearms they come silicon impregnated to protect from moisture. I love these things. They protect from handling when removing rifles from the safe and so far no sign of rust.
Paul
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Re: Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
Have used several for a couple years now. Silcone impregnated and I have now had any problems.
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- BrokenolMarine
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Re: Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
That makes a lot of difference.
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Re: Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
I've been using "foot socks" on my pistols for 20 years with zero problems. I use the socks you mention too for my better long guns.
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Re: Socks to keep my long guns warm... ;)
Rifle socks are good in the winter to bring a cold rifle inside a warm house. They warm up slower when you sock them up outside.
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