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407488 No.407488 [Reply] [Original]

Lately I've been using an Ammo Can for emergency storage. I've got my passport, a copy of my birth certificate, a couple grand in saving bonds, my important photos and notebooks (in sealed plastic bags).

The container is watertight, seems pretty airtight when sealed, and is obviously sturdy, and easy to transport. Any issues with this? Any flaws I might have overlooked or suggestions?

>> No.407502

>>407488
Toss in a few desiccant packets before you close it up. How about also vacuum sealing the stuff, and using molten wax to embed everything just to make sure? How water proof for how long do you need to do this?

>> No.407503

>>407502
Eh, I get into every couple of days, either to file something, or take something I need out. It's not a time-capsule or anything, just a secure storage location. I'd like it to be flood waterproof, so if something happens when I'm out of my house, it doesn't get compromised.

>> No.407507

I think that is really the type of stuff you should have in a safety deposit box, but I guess it is safe enough.

You are far better than the complete idiots who carry their birth certificate and social insurance in their wallets.

>> No.407518

Test it first. Put a piece of paper in it and put in the bath tub.

>> No.407523

>>407507
I like having within arms reach, rather than in a bank vault. My bank is just within walking distance, so I don't know if I would be comfortable with that.

>> No.407536

Getting fireproof is good, what if your house burns down while you're gone? Not sure how to DIY that though.

>> No.407741

>>407503
I'm pretty sure they're flood proof, I've seen them last out in the elements for almost a decade without much damage. This is including bushfires.

The main thing to worry about is the seal, I don't recall if they use some sort of rubber o-ring, though this would need to be in good condition obviously. Also, put everything inside of a zip-lock back if you're paranoid, and throw in some of those wet absorbent sachets for good measure.

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407747

>>407741
I believe you're correct about them being flood-proof. They have a fairly large rubber seal held to the underside of lid. So long as the seal is in good shape and the can isn't rusted through anywhere they should be air/water-tight.

They're not worth repairing when they can be had for $10'ish in the states (or less if you can negotiate a bulk buy). If you've gotta buy a new one always check the seal for dry rot and closely inspect the corners/creases for rust since those will be the most common points for a leak to develop.