Storing guns with leather slings attached

blabablab · February 8, 2018, 12:13 PM

Greetings!
I have gotten multiple opinions, but what is everyone's opinion on whether or not you should store your surplus long guns with the leather sling attached? Has anyone had any rusting problems with this? FYI, i typically treat my leather slings with picards dressing lightly if they are dry, and I typically oil all visible parts of the guns with rem oil prior to storage. I saw the wall that Ian from forgotten weapons keeps his french rifles on and they had their slings attached, which makes me think about this. Thanks!

T. O'Heir · February 8, 2018, 01:26 PM

Only leather sling I have is on my Plainfield Carbine. It's been there for eons with no fuss. If the sling is dry, it's not going to bother anything. Whole thing is about the humidity in your cabinet anyway. It's condensation that causes the grief.

Hawg · February 8, 2018, 02:05 PM

I've stored them for years with no problems.

Plunderer · February 8, 2018, 04:03 PM

Rusting is more of a concern if you store the gun in a leather case or scabbard, as most of the gun is wrapped in a moisture-retaining material.

In the case of a sling, though, the leather is only touching the gun at 2 small points. This is unlikely to cause issues, especially if you oil the gun first.

Pahoo · February 8, 2018, 04:27 PM

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Storing guns with leather slings attached

Mostly based on the information provided, why do you feel you want or need to? I also use picards dressing and it's good stuff. I have never seen a reason to store slings with my firearms as they are in a safe. I know that rust can develop on the swivels and as most leathers are acid tanned, it can create a rust problem. If you remove them, then you don't have to worry about it but you must have a reason for keeping them on. ......

Might add that I also do not store my older Carbon Steel knives in there leather sheaths. ......

Be Safe !!!

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February 8, 2018, 12:13 PM	#1
blabablab Junior Member Join Date: August 18, 2015 Posts: 12	Storing guns with leather slings attached Greetings! I have gotten multiple opinions, but what is everyone's opinion on whether or not you should store your surplus long guns with the leather sling attached? Has anyone had any rusting problems with this? FYI, i typically treat my leather slings with picards dressing lightly if they are dry, and I typically oil all visible parts of the guns with rem oil prior to storage. I saw the wall that Ian from forgotten weapons keeps his french rifles on and they had their slings attached, which makes me think about this. Thanks!

February 8, 2018, 01:26 PM	#2
T. O'Heir Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 12,453	Only leather sling I have is on my Plainfield Carbine. It's been there for eons with no fuss. If the sling is dry, it's not going to bother anything. Whole thing is about the humidity in your cabinet anyway. It's condensation that causes the grief. __________________ Spelling and grammar count!

February 8, 2018, 02:05 PM	#3
Hawg Senior Member Join Date: September 8, 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 16,188	I've stored them for years with no problems.

February 8, 2018, 04:03 PM	#4
Plunderer Junior Member Join Date: October 20, 2017 Posts: 9	Rusting is more of a concern if you store the gun in a leather case or scabbard, as most of the gun is wrapped in a moisture-retaining material. In the case of a sling, though, the leather is only touching the gun at 2 small points. This is unlikely to cause issues, especially if you oil the gun first.