The Museum of Connecticut History has a large collection of Colt & Connecticut made firearms. Our Museum Administrator & Colt expert, Dean Nelson, had the following tips:
1) Do not use any kind of wrapping that will entrap or absorb atmospheric moisture.
2) Lay flat on a shelf or store vertically in a gun rack.
3) Limit handling and wear gloves if handling is required.
If you have other questions you can contact Dean at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>
Chrisine
Christine Pittsley
Digital Collections Technician
Connecticut State Library
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On 1 Mar 2013, at 10:37, "Dejardin, Fiona" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> wrote:
In doing inventory at my local historical society I recently came across a 1863 U.S. Springfield Rifle Musket. It is currently wrapped in ethafoam and looks to me (no experience with guns!) to be in excellent condition, but I am wondering if anyone can give me advice on proper storage and maintenance?
Fiona
Fiona M. Dejardin
Dept of Art and Art History
Hartwick College, NY 13820
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