Alonzo Posted July 8, 2012 Share #1 Posted July 8, 2012 I recently had the curator and archivist from our museum in for a tour of my "Mini Museum". They had some very complimentary comments though did point out a few things to improve. I had my 1870's mess kit stored in an Allen-Bradley circuit board box which was padded with foam. They suggested an acid free cardboard storage box with no foam, further discussion revealed that a seal-able food storage plastic container would also work. I found some which are the right size though now need some kind of padding inside the box. I am trying the "Micro-Fiber" towels used for cleaning windows, counter, and furniture. I gave the towel next to the mess kit a light spray with WD-40. The package says the towels are highly absorbant...so I am wondering if they are the best choice. Any thoughts!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdeye Posted July 8, 2012 Share #2 Posted July 8, 2012 I use unbleached cotton muslin to wrap everythin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluehawk Posted July 8, 2012 Share #3 Posted July 8, 2012 The package says the towels are highly absorbant...so I am wondering if they are the best choice. They are made of some kind of polymer, not good. What 3rdeye suggested is better. You are looking for something that is neutral pH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alonzo Posted July 8, 2012 Author Share #4 Posted July 8, 2012 You are looking for something that is neutral pH. It seems this was the problem with the foam in the other boxes. Even the foam was turning color. I usually wipe down all the mess gear with WD-40 once a year, not a heavy coat, just a bit of a rub to leave a light film. I also do the same on the firearms, even if they are not handled. Not a lot of rust issues here...in Southern Alberta it can be very dry!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Marine Posted July 8, 2012 Share #5 Posted July 8, 2012 I would suggest not using foam of any kind. Here is a link to a posting I did about how bad the foam can get when it breaks down. Foam padding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doyler Posted July 8, 2012 Share #6 Posted July 8, 2012 Many use ren-wax on metal finnishes and I have heard the use of the absorbent packets in closed areas and gun safes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alonzo Posted July 11, 2012 Author Share #7 Posted July 11, 2012 Just to add some information; The tag on the cloths states the following; 63% Bi-constituent fiber(80% Polyester 20% Nylon) 37% Polyester I am thinking that I am safe with these, though I may have concern about color transference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uplandmod Posted July 11, 2012 Share #8 Posted July 11, 2012 Foam and Rubber are the arch enemies of all collectables! Leonardo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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