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13 Creative ways To Reuse Ammo Cans
Ammo cans are normally used for the safe transfer of ammo by the military. Due to their sturdy nature, durable material, and resealable covers, ammo cans can also be used for a variety of household purposes. It’s for this reason that used ammo cans are commonly sold at military surplus shops. Below are some great ideas for different ways in which ammo cans can be used.
You can purchase them from military surplus stores or from amazon HERE
Ammo Box Speakers
Even if you’re not someone known for shopping your local army surplus store or own anything else ammo-related, this fun and effective project might be worth trying, Source: instructables.com
Ammo Can Sub Box
If you have a rugged vehicle and looking to add some base to your music then why not try building a ammo can sub box. Source: jk-forum.com
Happy (Caffeinated) Camping With ‘Java Can’ Kit
Best coffee ever made outdoors? This ammo tin is packed with everything you need to become a campsite barista. Source: gearjunkie.com
Ammo Can Mailbox
I love ammo cans! I’ve been trying to figure out how to use them for all different reason around my home this is a great way to use one outside.. Source: waymarking.com
DIY Ammo Box Stove
Enter the Ammo Can Stove. This is a compact, self-contained cooking solution. Just strap it to your ATV, and head into the woods for a weekend hunting trip. Source: inchsurvival.com
Garage Wall Storage
Garage storage from recycled ammo cans. Source: pinterest.com
Ammo cans are normally used for the safe transfer of ammo by the military. Due to their sturdy nature, durable material, and resealable covers, ammo cans can also be used for a variety of household purposes. It’s for this reason that used ammo cans are commonly sold at military surplus shops. Below are some great ideas for different ways in which ammo cans can be used.
Ammo Can Center Console
Get crafty and turn a used ammo can into a center console for a rugged vehicle. Source: jeepforum.com
Vechile Storage Ammo
Ammo cans mounted on the rear bumper add additional storage. Source:popupportal.com
Portable Sun – Rechargeable Work Lamp
Why use a flashlight when you can use a powerful, heavy duty work lamp? Source: instructables.com
Vertical Garden Ideas
Gardening is a pastime appreciated by many, but what if tight quarters keep you from a sprawling green garden? It’s time to start thinking vertical. Source: bhg.com
Military Theme Bedroom Idea
Turn a ammo can and a military helmet into a lamp – Source: wherethegrassisgreener-rz.blogspot.co.uk
Bird House
Make this great looking military sytle bid house using a ammo can and some timber to make the rood. Source: flickr.com
Ammo Can Stove ideas
This is one of the ultimate ammo stove ideas. Source: ammocanstove.com
You missed one of the most obvious and popular uses: saddlebags for a motorcycle. I mounted a pair on one of my bikes, then went ahead and painted the whole thing olive drab to give it an army/rat bike look.
love to see a pic, I would add it to the list for you.
Does it look like the old WWII motorcycles?
I store my garden seeds in an ammo tin