How long do primers last? I found some in my father in laws garage. They could be anywhere from 5 to 25 years old. I don't know if it makes a difference but the average humidity is around 25%
I'm currently using LPP that I bought in 1994. Been stored in a box in my garage here in Florida. High temps and high humidity. Primers work just fine.
That's great news! I finally have all of the components I need to reload. All I have to do now is get everything organized and read up to make sure I understand the different steps.
That's great news! I finally have all of the components I need to reload. All I have to do now is get everything organized and read up to make sure I understand the different steps.
I have about half a box (500) of Herter's shotgun primers from the 60's or 70's, they work fine.
Been cleaning house, shooting up some of the old stuff. Picked up a bunch of new primers and powder about a month or two before Obamy won the election. Sort of, kind of seen the hand writing on the wall, so to speak.
A few weeks ago reloaded some (250) .357 with Remington primers from the 60 ’and 70’s everything went well. No fail to fires.
I've got around 10,000 WW small & large pistol from the 80's. They've been individually sealed in freezer bags and seem to be just fine. I just need time to load them. Time now seems to be one of the most important things I have. Some people see is as free. Not me.
my friend is loading primers he bought in 1993-1995
he keeps them in ammo cans
if they are kept dry, they are more than likely just fine
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