Storing muzzle loaders

[ultonia]

Is there any reason why I shouldn't store muzzle loading pistols or shotguns with the barrel off?

The cabinet is in the house and not vulnerable to heat, cold or damp.

I find I can fit them in better if I separate woodwork and barrel. The shotgun is too long to fit in a cabinet assembled anyway.

I'd appreciate it if anyone could share their thoughts on this.

[Mattnall]

No real reason why not.
Some shotgun cabinets are designed so you have to store them 'broken' and then the cabinet doesn't take up too much space.