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You can think of ammo as having a ?best if used by? date rather than an expiration date. If stored properly, ammo can and will last decades. In general terms, as every ammo and brand of ammo is different, you can expect rounds to last about a decade if you store them properly.

The most common forms are the heavy black dot ( ? ) and the open circle ( ? ). Other common bullet choices include squares (filled and open), diamonds, dashes and checkmarks.

Modern ammo is made to last over a decade (and possibly up to twenty years), provided you stick to proper storage practices. The usable shelf life of ammo is relative and based on several considerations.

Ammunition can function in extreme weather conditions, no matter the temperature or level of humidity. So, as long as you store your ammunition somewhere safe from weather fluctuations, it should last you at least ten years.

Generally, yes. If factory centerfire cartridges are stored in a dry, cool place with low humidity, preferably in an airtight container, they can have an amazingly long shelf life. Many ballistics experts who have shot tens of thousands of rounds over the years report shooting 20- to 50-year-old ammo with no problems.

The other main thing to look for when you're examining ammo is going to be any sort of discoloration or corrosion on the outside. If there's any green-ish gray patina on the outside, then the round is probably past its sell-by date and needs to go.

While recycling ammunition may not be as simple as recycling a plastic water bottle, it is possible. Used ammunition is simply a brass casing. Wash them out to rid the casing of any lingering gunpowder and then find a recycling center that accepts scrap metal, particularly brass shell casings.

This poses the question: where should these items go? Ammunition cannot be recycled. This is because ammunition falls into the category of explosives, which is dangerous to handle and process at the Material Recovery Facility. Ammunition should be taken to your local police station for safe disposal.

On screen: CARTRIDGE FIRING When the firing pin hits the primer, it ignites the gunpowder, which propels the bullet out the barrel.

Shooting Range Waste Subject to Hazardous Waste Identification. Under California's Hazardous Waste Control Law, used or fired bullets are considered waste after the shooting range maintenance activities of their recovery, collection and removal from their landing sites, including berms.