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July 07, 2024, 01:42 PM
SUMNER
Magazine storage ideas
I ended up buying a mechanics toolbox on wheels for magazines and accessories. Plenty of drawers for different model magazines. It also locks which is a nice feature.
July 07, 2024, 03:38 PM
BlackTalonJHP
Midway USA and other similar nylon magazine pouches is what I use.


July 07, 2024, 03:39 PM
MikeinNC
I keep all of mine in a 50cal ammo can on top of the safe.



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July 07, 2024, 04:31 PM
slosig
Depends how many magazines of each type. If you’re dealing with 6 doublestack magazines or 12 single stack magazines, iShot used to make some nice pouches in different colors. They were similar to those shown in case’s first picture. They stopped selling to the consumer market though, so last time I needed some more I got similar pouches from Competitive Edge Dynamics. At that time, your choices with CED were black, black, or black. Smile

If a multiple of 6 isn’t what you’re looking for, this choice might be less than optimal for you.
July 07, 2024, 08:34 PM
wolfe 21
I started using the little storage boxes like would hang on a slat wall setup from Akro-Mills. Open top and front, stackable and will fit multiple magazines from shield to Colt pattern SMG depending on size. I also have 50 cal cans and the above mentioned Midway pouches from my precious attempts to organize. I use MTM crates for AR mags and just saw they make a 10/22 mag case as well I'm thinking of trying out.


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July 07, 2024, 08:48 PM
OttoSig
If your situation permits, a piece of 12 gauge on your safe door instead of the Sheetrock, then add magnets. Would hold 250+ mags easily, works best for pistol mags, but metal rifle mags would also work.



If that doesn’t do it Mr. Paul, I can 3D print you some stand up mags holders also.





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July 07, 2024, 08:50 PM
hrcjon
First why are we in a safe for magazines? Second I use fish tubs (which is in line with your location). Hold about a hundred each. Easy to mark.


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July 07, 2024, 09:20 PM
BB61
quote:
Originally posted by RogueJSK:
I also use plastic tubs and plastic ammo cans for magazine storage. Mags are sorted by type, with the containers labeled with masking tape.

For example, these MTM .30 cal ammo cans are great for handgun magazine storage, and this particular package comes with a 4 can tray/carrier for ease of transport and organization. The cans are stackable on themselves, and the trays are stackable too.

$40 for 4x .30 cal cans and the tray.
https://www.amazon.com/MTM-AC4...4-Can/dp/B01MU6ZAPG/




Or if you have smaller quantities of mags for certain handguns, there are mini ammo cans that come with 5 cans and a tray for $40:
https://www.amazon.com/MTM-AC5...Crate/dp/B07NDH9D93/


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I use the smaller mini ammo cans for magazines not in a hard plastic sleeve like most HK and Glock magazines. For others or AR mags, I use these cans. I of course label and have a master chart with number, capacity, and type. For example Mec-gar, SIG, MDM, Beretta, etc.

I also do not mix different calibers and models. For example P228 mags aren't mixed with a .40 S&W P229.




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July 07, 2024, 09:37 PM
whanson_wi
In the safe would be one option, but any flat space would do for that sheet-metal / magnet plan. It might not fit in with the living-room decor, but would be fine in your home-office, and very convenient.

You could group the magazines by firearm/caliber, etc.

I guess it goes back to just how many magazines you need to store. For me, it would be way overkill. But if you had, say, 100 plus, it would be great.


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July 08, 2024, 04:50 AM
PHPaul
Some excellent solutions here, however I should provide some clarification:

1. I'm only talking about a dozen or so mags in various calibers and makes.

2. Most of them are not kept in the safe, they're in a metal cabinet on top of the safe.

3. I'd much prefer they be out of sight, hence in the upper cabinet or the safe. Due to space and aesthetics, another container (toolbox or whatever) is a no-go.

4. @ OttoSig - I've thought about 3D printing some and I may yet, but on my printer that would be measured in hours, if not days.

So far, the Sterilite drawers are still the best solution for me.

This message has been edited. Last edited by: PHPaul, July 08, 2024 01:36 PM




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July 08, 2024, 01:20 PM
PHPaul


Problem solved.




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July 08, 2024, 01:27 PM
92fstech
quote:
Originally posted by 400m:
I use the magnet strips I get free with a coupon from Harnor Freight. I stick them to the door or under side of a shelf and stick the spine of a mag to the strip. Even loaded they stay in place but if I get nervous, I just use two magnet strips. It’s a great way to double the useable area of a shelf.


This is what I do as well. But I also don't own Glocks anymore...when I did this didn't work so well.
July 08, 2024, 01:27 PM
vthoky
I like the solutions posted by PHPaul (plastic drawers) and BlackTalonJHP (nylon/velcro foldover pouches). I also like the Plano 3700 Stowaway (Walmart link) boxes.

They're about six bucks apiece, capable of holding about 15-16 P229 mags, plenty durable, and with the good latches (not just a cheesy molded flap). I've got a bunch of them... for magazines, small tools, fishing gear, whatever else.




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