Ethnographic Arms & Armour - View Single Post - Ideal Humidity and Temprature for Collection?

Rich · 8th July 2005, 10:17 PM

I've been collecting and studying antique knives and
swords of all types for about 50+ years. I keep mine
in the 68-78 F and 30-40% humidity year round. Never
had any trouble with rust or leather rot, wood splits,
etc. It's more drastic changes in temp and humidity
that cause problems. IMHO 70% humidity is "dripping"
wet - way, way too humid.

Rich S

8th July 2005, 10:17 PM	#3
Rich Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: comfortably at home, USA Posts: 432	I've been collecting and studying antique knives and swords of all types for about 50+ years. I keep mine in the 68-78 F and 30-40% humidity year round. Never had any trouble with rust or leather rot, wood splits, etc. It's more drastic changes in temp and humidity that cause problems. IMHO 70% humidity is "dripping" wet - way, way too humid. Rich S