Comments on: Handy Wire Clip Secures Cartridge Box Lids

By: Danny Reever

Danny Reever — Sat, 05 Oct 2013 11:07:47 +0000

staples for electric wire works too.

By: Guy

Guy — Fri, 04 Oct 2013 02:54:48 +0000

The new MTM boxes have a hinge, works great. Lasts longer and wont flip back. Price stayed the same too.

By: mike

mike — Fri, 04 Oct 2013 00:12:41 +0000

Easier solution is simply split ~90% of the hinge with a box cutter.

By: f d shuster

f d shuster — Thu, 03 Oct 2013 22:03:25 +0000

Since writing my comment 5 years ago, I’ve since replaced my 50 round box’s with the new hinge top, made by MTM, so no longer any need for the spring clips. I had some problems with them “jumping” out & began replacing them with wooden dowells to keep the lids open. The ultimate solution is the hinge top box’s.

By: Dave White

Dave White — Thu, 03 Oct 2013 18:53:09 +0000

I’ve used a plastic coated paper clip on the MTM rimfire “competition” ammo boxes for years. works like a charm and supply is endless and readily available

By: ELR Researcher

ELR Researcher — Thu, 03 Oct 2013 18:29:13 +0000

Second on Dee’s comment about using coat hangers. I have no idea where I’d find “.06x music wire” but I know right where to find some old coat hangers. Super minimum hassle.

By: Dee

Dee — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 17:03:22 +0000

Coat hanger to the rescue!

By: matt

matt — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 20:56:36 +0000

Thanks rayjay you need to post this on GON.

By: fdshuster

fdshuster — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 17:54:10 +0000

Picked up some .062″ music wire, bent a clip, used it this morning for the first time: works perfect! Clip(s) can be kept in each individual box, even with ammo in place: plenty of clearance.

By: Lew

Lew — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 21:10:35 +0000

The simple solutions are always the best.