Silicone can partially dissolve in direct UV light, so if you’re keeping this in the garage, make sure it’s away from the windows. If you recoat it from time to time, I don’t see any reason why these won’t last you for more than a decade each. Dimensions: You don’t have to remove it and then re-calibrate it later when you attach it; it makes the whole process of storing your guns a lot faster. The acrylic helps keep it durable and resist moisture, as well as the silicone treatment, but the 4% spandex makes all the difference when you’re trying to stretch it over a scope. The silicone treated material will protect your firearm from rust, humidity, corrosion, and moisture.

Dropping your pistol into one of these is basically going to lift pre-existing moisture, and protect it from future damage. Dimensions: As a heads up, this isn’t the best way to travel with them because it can be seen as total concealment for larger guns. For this, you will have to remove any scopes, though it will fit over aftermarket iron sights pretty well. While testing this on my own rifle, it barely fit over the scope, but still covered most of the barrel without the need to remove the scope. The top-quality leather will provide service for years which makes you worry-free from buying protective sleeves frequently.If you’re going to put your unloaded gun in the trunk and drive for six hours, you’re going to want to ensure it’s protected the entire time. The polyester fabric is very durable, but I would say that once a year, you should hit these with a waterproofing spray (usually marketed for shoes and boots). The silicone fabric doesn’t need to be treated again, but it does need to be kept out of the light. If you live in highly humid environments—and I know I’ve stressed this point a lot during this article—you run a higher risk of moisture damage being the culprit behind jammed or damaged guns. Carolina Ultimate crafted the perfect go-between blend, made up of cotton, acrylic, and 4% spandex to keep it nice and stretchy.

The silicon-treated material will not hold the moisture and thus helps to extend the life duration of the firearm. If you’re transporting your guns across state lines via automobile, that’s another can of worms entirely. The 1986 classic action-drama film has millions of fans around the world and has become a true pop-culture classic. The film won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Take My Breath Away" performed by Berlin and has been selected for preservation in the National Film Registry. It is a great storage option if you are traveling long distances or keeping the weapon out of use for long terms.

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