poi4066 :
I am referring to my self-defense weapon. I like to have ammo ready for when I use it. At the same time, I know storing ammo in the magazine too long can cause problems with the spring. I was just wondering what some people do to prevent this. Maybe someone from law enforcement can provide information/advice.
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ammo in the mag is ok, the round in the chamber is not. I’d say change that round out every week.
It should last nearly forever, but if you’re concerned, have two magizines. One that is empty and one loaded. Every 6 months or so change them out. The spring tension should not change even if you leave your rounds in it.
I rotate my ammo every six months. I shoot off the old ammo and replace it with new. As I do it, I can see how the magazines are in regards to feeding correctly. If they have no problem, I figure they are good for another six months. If however one of them seems to have a feed problem, usually on the last 1-4 rounds, I would figure the spring is getting weak and then i would get a new magazine. Most of the time the magazine gets damaged from the drops to the ground when I do combat reloads. I have never had one go bad just sitting around with ammo in it.
Mystic is 100% correct. I carry a SW 9mm with a 10 round mag. I carry 8 rounds and only chamber when I am on duty.
storing the mags loaded isnt what puts wear on the spring, its when its being loaded and unloaded alot is when it gets damaged