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How To Remove Rust From A Gun Without Damaging Bluing?

April 28, 2021

Gunsmiths and firearm enthusiasts use bluing to help protect a gun from damage.

Gunsmiths will use a hot bluing method to oxidize the steel. The rust that forms is turned into black iron oxide, which gives the metal a bluish tone. You can also cold blue a gun, but the protective coating isn’t as durable as that of the hot bluing.

If you have a favorite pistol or rifle that starting to show some red rusty spots, you might be leery about trying to remove it because you don’t want to ruin the bluing. You can remove surface rust using these 3 methods, which center around gentle rust removal followed by lubrication.

Before you start, however, protect your gun from any moisture and make sure it is bone-dry to avoid any future rusting. Choose a handcrafted wooden gun cabinet from USA Gun Cabinets to proudly display and securely store your gun collection. Browse our hidden gun storage options for discreet safekeeping. Continue reading →

Thinking About Buying A Cheap Gun Cabinet? Read This First!

March 10, 2021

Thousands of people search the internet looking for cheap gun cabinets. You can find them easily at large home improvement stores and big-box stores. But a gun cabinet so cheaply constructed that it’s less expensive than one of the guns you hope to keep safe isn’t a smart investment.

You won’t find cheap gun cabinets here because “cheap” isn’t anything we produce. We don’t use particle board to construct our high-quality, sturdy wooden gun cabinets. The backs of our handcrafted gun cabinets aren’t made of pressboard that can be easily torn off. Continue reading →

Natural Wooden Gun Racks on Trend for 2021 Homes

February 1, 2021

While most Americans likely spent more time in their homes in 2020 than ever before, their need for comfortable and durable furnishings increased, outweighing the attraction toward contemporary, plastic, or synthetic offerings.

The pandemic emphasizes the importance of interior spaces that surround us with items made from natural materials. Our new appreciation for the outdoors adds to our desire for natural materials inside the home. Continue reading →

How to Prepare Your Gun for Long-Term Storage

January 19, 2021

Storing your firearms in between hunting seasons or for an extended amount of time requires a good cleaning after each use and placing them in a gun safe or cabinet. When you plan to store your guns for long-term safekeeping, it takes a little more work to keep them in good condition.

So, how do you prepare your guns for long-term storage? We offer tips for proper long-term gun storage that will help protect them for future use or as heirloom firearms. Of course, make sure any firearm is unloaded before starting. Continue reading →

5 Unique Ideas for Hidden Gun Compartments

December 16, 2020

Gun sales have been climbing and along with that is the demand for gun storage. As a gun owner, you want gun storage that adds safety and security in your home, but also doesn’t need a moving company involved to obtain it. (Some gun safes can weigh up to 2,000 pounds!)

But before we offer ideas for hidden gun storage, let’s talk about the safety of the firearm itself. One simple, inexpensive way to add gun safety to gun storage is by using a trigger lock. Trigger locks help prevent unintentional discharges and nowadays, manufacturers may include them with the purchase of your new gun. Don’t hesitate to inquire about them.

Now onto the unique ways to have hidden gun storage in your home or office. Continue reading →

Shotgun Display Ideas to Safely Showcase Your Firearms

November 5, 2020

Gun owners are sometimes faced with the dilemma of wanting to display their firearms, an heirloom rifle, or perhaps a mixed collection of shotgun and pistol while also keeping their guns safe.

Let’s look at some ways to display rifles and other firearms: Continue reading →

Your Wooden Gun Cabinet Could Be an Heirloom

October 2, 2020

Since 1991, we’ve been producing Amish-crafted, custom wooden gun cabinets that not only keep firearms safe but also stored in beautiful display cases.

We’re proud of the craftsmanship that goes into each piece. We believe the talent that goes into creating each gun display is what makes them ideal for customers looking for an heirloom gun case that they can pass down through generations. Continue reading →

Growth in Gun Sales Means Rise in Need for Lockable Storage

September 1, 2020

This year, firearm sales in the United States grew nearly 135% from last year, according to recent Statista, a global business data platform. Reportedly, more than a million handguns were sold in July 2020.

The pandemic and protests are said to be the main reason behind the growth in gun sales.

With the growth in gun sales nationally, safe gun storage is in high demand. Continue reading →

Hidden Gun Storage Keeps Firearms Concealed

August 6, 2020

Three in 10 adult Americans say they own a gun, according to a Pew Research Center survey. An additional 36% say they would be open to owning a gun in the future.

Maybe you’re among them.

Whether you own a firearm because it helps you feel prepared for home invaders or you have several guns for hunting purposes, you know that storing them safely is a priority. Yet large, bulky gun safes are unsightly and cumbersome. They certainly don’t enhance the interior design of any home or office. Continue reading →

Top Gun Museums to Visit (there’s likely one near you)

July 6, 2020

Last month we talked about heirloom guns and how to best take care of your firearms that have special memories or meaning attached to them. Now we’re going to list the places that are experts at it. This is not a comprehensive list of the best gun museums. There’s at least one in virtually every state. But this gun museum list is a good place to start if you’re interested in learning more about antique firearms or the history of guns in general. As always, we encourage you to explore our handcrafted, USA-made gun cabinets to store your arms. Continue reading →