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8 point
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8 point
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Does ammo have a shelf life? Can the powder or prime go bad? Even slightly causing performance issues? If so, is there a certain time frame in years or just a guess? Ifound some old ammo of my dad's and thought about shooting it to get on paper before using my hunting rounds.
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Old Mossy Horns
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Old Mossy Horns
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People routinely shoot ammo from WWII, although quantities are dwindling.
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6 point
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Hope it last long time. I got bit carried away when Obozo was elected. Can you imagine how much fire power is stock piled thanks to him. Keep it dry and you good
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Freak of Nature
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Freak of Nature
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As long as it stays dry, it will last for longer than you.
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Old Mossy Horns
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Old Mossy Horns
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As long as it stays dry, it will last for longer than you. This ^^^^ All about how it was stored. I've got some 40yr old Weatherby factory ammo that's as good as new.
We’re not dead. We just smell that way. Dayum. - AC870
Yessir! I’m always gonna shoot what makes me happy and I want everyone else to do the same! If you shoot one be proud of it and don’t worry what anyone else thinks. - SJ22
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Grumpy Old Man
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Grumpy Old Man
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I've got some late 1960s NATO rounds that are still good
I hate making a good first impression. There’s no way I can keep that shit up.
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14 point
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In the late 80’s I bought several cases of 3.5” 12 gauge shells. I’m still shooting them occasionally
I don't want to pass quietly into the night. I want to slide in sideways kickin and screamin. Life really is awesome ... Soak it up while you can ...
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8 point
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8 point
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10-4. Thanks for the info. Guess my main concern was would it be safe to shoot.
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