My Metal Ammo Can

[KnurledNut]

A recent thread motivated me to post pics of my ammo can toolbox.
It is used frequently on the road, and had proved invaluable on a couple occasions.
I thought id share my setup.
The sheet metal work is crude, but was done on a whim in the field with limited tools.
It wont win any beauty contests, but is quite handy.
Heres some pics...enjoy:

 

[cg81]

That is cool. Very functional. Is that a 50 cal. Ammo can?

 

[NUTTSGT]

Man, I like that. I mentioned that my first toolbox was a .50 cal ammo can or a Fuze can for 8" arty rounds. Somewhere that can is still around here, I hope.


Posting this reminds me that I need to go over to the neighbors and grab that old jerry can. I'm thinking of trying to build a tool box out of it.

 

[Coach James]

About a month ago, we drove over to the Marine base at Jacksonville NC to pick up some gymnastics mats we won at auction. At the government warehouse, they had several pallets of .50 ammo cans in like new condition. We asked if we could buy some and were told no. Every one of them was going to the crusher then sold to a scrapper. The warehouse manager said it was crazy as they could sell every one at way more than the scrapper was paying, but policy was to destroy them then sell for scrap.

Coach

 

[MikeF2316]

A recent thread motivated me to post pics of my ammo can toolbox.
It is used frequently on the road, and had proved invaluable on a couple occasions.
I thought id share my setup.
The sheet metal work is crude, but was done on a whim in the field with limited tools.
It wont win any beauty contests, but is quite handy.
Heres some pics...enjoy:

I like your hammer rack!

I've recently discovered using copper wire like that to hold things stationary on shelves and the like. I'm using a piece to hold my Battery Tender in position, so moving the wires doesn't tug it off the shelf it's on.

 

[txvwnut]

Very nice and great organization in it.

 

[KnurledNut]

Yes, it is a .50 can.
The yellow box was originally a tire repair kit.
I used copper wire for the hammer holder, so that in a pinch, it could be taken off and re-purposed. Same idea with the rope.
I have used the shackles numerous times. Many more than you'd think. They are 1/4t.
A note, i usually have my 3/8 dewalt impact with me.
That and this box, make for a versatile combination.
Thanks guys.

 

[captain14]

That's a great setup for a travel box. I bet you grab that for around the house repairs

Basic tools fo get the job done. Even indexed or marked so you can see what's missing or where it goes Back to live for the next job.

No tape measure? Like the hammer holster.

Have you added or downsized tools since you put this together?

 

[KnurledNut]

No tape measure?

Its always on my keyring.

 

[PFSard]

Very creative. Nice compact setup.

 

[Beemer533]

About a month ago, we drove over to the Marine base at Jacksonville NC to pick up some gymnastics mats we won at auction. At the government warehouse, they had several pallets of .50 ammo cans in like new condition. We asked if we could buy some and were told no. Every one of them was going to the crusher then sold to a scrapper. The warehouse manager said it was crazy as they could sell every one at way more than the scrapper was paying, but policy was to destroy them then sell for scrap.

Coach

I was working on the base in 29 Palms a few years back and saw truckloads off ammo cans being shredded... Drove me nuts. We tried buying some, but the answer was the same; we are required to destroy them all...

 

[mdbeck1]

Posting this reminds me that I need to go over to the neighbors and grab that old jerry can. I'm thinking of trying to build a tool box out of it.

Something like this?
- http://www.autoanything.com/bumpers...um=pla&utm_campaign=connexity&utm_source=bing
- http://www.jerrycan.com/shop/jerry-can-utility-tool-box/

I don't see it now but I remember someone cutting the side out of one, adding hinges and a latch and using it that way. Also remember a Jerry can that someone put speakers in and used for a stereo.


I usually reserve my ammo cans for .....ammo..... One caliber per box and the one "mix can" for deer season... a couple boxes of each caliber I take with me.

 

[rockinacummins]

Very cool!

 

[bonneyman]

Very cool idea, looks very functional.

I like it.

 

[General Geoff]

This is the definition of no frills, all function. I especially like the smaller socket inside bigger socket trick, maximizes usable space inside the can.


I wish more tool manufacturers would offer socket sets in metal trays, they're so damn robust.

 

[CD1]

How much does that weigh fully loaded?

 

[KnurledNut]

I especially like the smaller socket inside bigger socket trick...

The black oxide are 3/8 torx sockets. The others are adaptors. I nested only the sockets i use less often.

How much does that weigh fully loaded?

Im guessing 40 lbs. Probably not quite as heavy as a 5 gal bucket full of water.

 

[NUTTSGT]

Something like this?
- http://www.autoanything.com/bumpers...um=pla&utm_campaign=connexity&utm_source=bing
- http://www.jerrycan.com/shop/jerry-can-utility-tool-box/

I don't see it now but I remember someone cutting the side out of one, adding hinges and a latch and using it that way. Also remember a Jerry can that someone put speakers in and used for a stereo.


I usually reserve my ammo cans for .....ammo..... One caliber per box and the one "mix can" for deer season... a couple boxes of each caliber I take with me.

Yes, something along those lines. I really don't need it but just want to make one. Maybe it'll be a winter project ?

 

[bonneyman]

...Im guessing 40 lbs. Probably not quite as heavy as a 5 gal bucket full of water.

Did somebody mention a 5 gallon bucket? That's what I've used for almost 20 years.

 

[KnurledNut]

bonneyman, a question...
The angle head slip joint pliers on the right, above the channellock crimpers, What brand are those?
I have a similar pair that are re-branded Simonds Keen Kutter. I dont know who the manufacturer was but they are made of some TOUGH steel.

 

[bonneyman]

bonneyman, a question...
The angle head slip joint pliers on the right, above the channellock crimpers, What brand are those?
I have a similar pair that are re-branded Simonds Keen Kutter. I dont know who the manufacturer was but they are made of some TOUGH steel.

They're what I call "parrot head" plier.

I've got two. Neither has a brand name. One has "Forged Steel Made in USA" (I believe it's a JP Danielson).
The other has a patent number 1866771, if that'll help you.

https://home.comcast.net/~alloy-art...nielson_pliers_parrot_head_cropped_inset2.jpg

 

[SO/PW newbie]

Nice!

 

[47newcastle]

Sweet set up. That is a 50 cal. Machine Gun ammo can. API is armor piercing incendiary rounds. And the T is for tracer. You may have know that already I just thought I would share.

 

[47newcastle]

Just read the thread and relized someone pointed that out. Now I feel dumb.

 

[47newcastle]

I was working on the base in 29 Palms a few years back and saw truckloads off ammo cans being shredded... Drove me nuts. We tried buying some, but the answer was the same; we are required to destroy them all...

Ya that sounds about right. The LC # has to be painted and then they are smashed and turned in. There are many reasons behind it but a big one is control of that LC number as its used in recalls of ammo and what not.

 

[De-troit Debbie]

well newcastle dont feel too bad because I just read the thread and I didnt see it

 

[csargents1546]

Ammo cans are like Tupperware for guys. I have several!!!

 

[TimDaToolMan]

Ammo cans are like Tupperware for guys.

 

[ConnerSmith]

That is awesome! I love the sheet metal socket holders, I am thinking about making some myself. Great organization.

 

[jeepinerdeep]

Nice setup OP. I regret not going with cans and this mount in my Jeep. Next rig will have em for sure.

http://www.swagoffroad.com/SWAG-50-Cal-Ammo-Can-Mount_p_107.html