Using up old welding wire.

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(01-24-2015, 07:29 PM)Mayhem Wrote: I'd suggest storing them spools in zip-lock bags.

I do keep my wire in bags, but this spool was given to me already open and crusty a long time ago. I didn't really think I would ever use it since I keep 10 lb. spools for both of my mig welders. I didn't worry about bagging up the little 1 lb. spool when it was given to me because that would have been like closing the barn door after all the cows had already run away. 

I do keep several small spools in bags but those are aluminum and bronze wires for my spool gun. I've never bought a 1 lb. spool of steel wire. It's just too expensive (per ft.) buying those little rolls like that.