Rider888 wrote:Just wondering if it is ok to cock a 9mm open with cable lock attached for long term storage, perhaps 6 to 12 months or will that cause unnecessary tension on the springs and working parts?
And also, should I leave a light film of oil on it or keep it bone dry in the safe?
Cheers
Rod_outbak wrote:Not sure; I wouldnt like to leave my .45 1911 in that state for a long time.
Would a trigger lock be sufficient to meet the requirement?
That way, you'd not be keeping the slide spring compressed the whole time.
One of those de-humidifier dessicant packs is always a good thing to have in a safe, but I'd still be keeping it stored oiled, if it was me.
Gaznazdiak wrote:I've also wondered about keeping springs in tension for long periods, I've been told not to leave a magazine loaded for long periods to protect the spring, but logic would suggest that if this was the case then car suspension springs would weaken over time from the weight of the vehicle sitting on them.
After reading Rider's question I did a little googling, and I'm still none the wiser.
I did find some interesting responses to the question below:
https://physics.stackexchange.com/quest ... -long-time
Rider888 wrote:Gaznazdiak wrote:I've also wondered about keeping springs in tension for long periods, I've been told not to leave a magazine loaded for long periods to protect the spring, but logic would suggest that if this was the case then car suspension springs would weaken over time from the weight of the vehicle sitting on them.
After reading Rider's question I did a little googling, and I'm still none the wiser.
I did find some interesting responses to the question below:
https://physics.stackexchange.com/quest ... -long-time
Car springs do weaken over time and need replacing
No1Mk3 wrote:Springs never weaken from being under stress. That is simple Engineering Metallurgy 101. As for preserving, a heavy barrier oil, or better, grease, would preclude any corrosion under any condition likely to occur in your safe. Axle/wheel bearing grease, diff/gearbox oil etc would be fine. Dessicant bags are a good idea in your safe at any time, Cheers..
Rider888 wrote:Just wondering if it is ok to cock a 9mm open with cable lock attached for long term storage, perhaps 6 to 12 months or will that cause unnecessary tension on the springs and working parts?
And also, should I leave a light film of oil on it or keep it bone dry in the safe?
Cheers