Browning 149986 Vci Gun Sock Black Polyester Knit 2 Piece

If you store a break-down shotgun in two pieces to save space or transport an over-and-under in a fitted case, the Browning VCI Gun Sock offers serious corrosion protection where traditional gun oils fall short. This two-piece black polyester knit sock uses Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) technology—a proven industrial method for protecting sensitive metal—to drive moisture out of tight crevices, small gaps, and hard-to-reach areas of your firearm. Unlike a standard cloth, VCI fabric actively works to seal out moisture and inhibit rust throughout storage or transit.

The design wraps complete protection around each half of your takedown shotgun, from muzzle to buttstock, so you're not relying on spot-treatment with oil alone. The drawstring closure traps the VCI vapor inside, maximizing effectiveness. This matters in humid climates, long-term safe storage, or when you're moving your gun in and out of a cabinet repeatedly—exactly the conditions that breed hidden corrosion on unprotected bores and actions. The sock also shields your firearm from light contact with other guns or safe walls, adding a layer of physical protection too.

Beyond individual firearm protection, VCI socks actually benefit everything metal stored nearby. Use one in your gun safe or display cabinet, and the VCI vapor helps protect other firearms, ammunition primers, springs, and metal components in that enclosed space. It's a passive, chemical-free approach that works quietly while your guns sit untouched—no wiping, no maintenance, just continuous vapor-phase corrosion inhibition.

Key Features

• Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) technology penetrates tight crevices and hard-to-reach areas oils cannot reach
• Two-piece design fits most takedown rifles and shotguns stored or transported separately
• Full firearm coverage from muzzle to buttstock
• Drawstring closure seals in protective VCI vapor
• Protects not only your firearm but also other metal items stored in the same enclosed space
• Black polyester knit material

Specifications

Brand	Browning
Model	149986
Type	Two-Piece Gun Sock
Material	Polyester Knit with VCI Treatment
Color	Black
Closure	Drawstring

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this gun sock fit my takedown shotgun or rifle?

The two-piece design fits most takedown rifles and shotguns stored or transported in two separate halves. Since it's designed for break-down firearms, measure your barrel and receiver separately to confirm fit.

How does VCI technology protect better than gun oil alone?

VCI (Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor) fabric releases a protective vapor that penetrates into small crevices, tight spaces, and areas where traditional gun oils cannot easily reach. It works continuously in an enclosed space like a gun safe or case to drive out moisture and inhibit corrosion passively—no wiping or maintenance required.

Can I use this in my gun safe with other firearms?

Yes. The VCI vapor benefits all metal items stored in the same enclosed space, so using one sock in your safe provides additional protection to other firearms, ammunition, springs, and metal components nearby.

Is the VCI treatment safe for my firearm's finish?

VCI is a proven, chemical-free corrosion-inhibitor method widely used in industrial applications for protecting sensitive metals. It poses no harm to firearm finishes, wood, or other components when used as intended.