Thread: Collecting Ammo

Join the NZ Cartridge Collectors Club, get your self a copy of 'Cartridges of the World' by Frank Barnes, tell as many of your shooting mates of your interest and you will be well on your way! Once you have established a small collection that you have identified and organized then you are automatically a 'bona fide' cartridge collector and therefore legally entitled to possess 'prohibited ammunition'. Essential items for you include a good set of digital vernier calipers and a multi drawer metal cabinet. Shallow drawers are best, and metal because wood can react with the brass and cause corrosion. Corrugated cardboard makes good drawer liners and prevents the cartridges from rolling about. There are many good books on the subject but 'Cartridges of the World' will keep you going for a few years. Other than general cleaning, do not Brasso your cartridges as that will detract from their value. A wipe with a lightly oiled cloth will provide enough protection from atmospheric corrosion. Store packets in clear Ziploc bags to keep them clean.