Beeswax and the Powder Flask

[swathdiver]

Has anyone ever coated the inside of their powder flask with beeswax?

I've seen 40 and 150+ year old flasks that look fine and others that have split at the seam due to corrosion. I was thinking that the beeswax might prevent this since ours are always full or near so.

Your thoughts? :idunno:

 

[ZUG]

No - never have coated a flask inside with beeswax or anything else. I would think that the beeswax would "hold" a layer of powder that is in contact with the surface of the beeswax. Maybe also contaminate some of the powder :idunno:. I have a flash that I purchased in 1969 and other than it's "funky" looks and replaced cap screws & spring it is still in good condition .

 

[ohio ramrod]

I use a melted beeswax when fitting plugs in horns to "lube " the plug sliding in and to ensure a good seal.But I would not recommend coating the inside of a flask like many do with canteens. Canteens hold liquids, warm beeswax would soften and cause the powder to stick to the walls on hot days. :idunno:

 

[hawkeye2]

I doubt you will have any problems with a flask in your lifetime. I have a small Italian made "Colt" .31 flask that has held powder continuously for 40 years and it is still fine. Around here the beeswax could easily get soft enough on a hot day to cause problems. How about taking the top off and swishing a urethane varnish around inside to seal it off?

 

[swathdiver]

Thanks for the replies fellas. :hatsoff:

Somehow I missed taking our tropical weather into consideration!

I reckon they'll be left as is unless some corrosion starts. The varnish then seems like a great idea to preserve them further if need be.

 

[Alden]

Try Cuir Bouilli.