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Best way to store cartridges?

I've got a Denon DL-103R that I keep as a back-up cartridge. I'm considering having the the cantilever / stylus replaced, as well as having it mounted / potted in a wood body. However, as I mentioned, it's my back-up. I may not use it for years.

What's the best way to store cartridges for the long run? Air-tight container? Displace the air with N2 (not sure an easy way to do this)? Any other considerations?
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kgturner
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I just store my backup cart in it's original packaging. I think it's sitting in a drawer at my bedside table.
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swampwalker
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If you really want to preserve it for a long time, I would put it into an air-tight container and displace the air w N2 like you said. You could use one of those wine-keeper aerosols or go to a tire dealer who offers N for filling tires. You would probably want to re-fill it every year or 2 since its bound to leak at least a little.
inna
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You may never use it again. Sell it, that's the best way to store it.
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Nick,

You can store it at my home, I have four tonearms so one can be it's resting / storage place.

You're welcome to visit and listen to it whenever you wish so you can confirm I'm taking good care of it.
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