Im serbian and your second prounanciation was right, anyway great review and i wish theres more americans like yourself out there cos you remind us of ww2 America when you were the greatest country and period when Serbia and America were allies, now America is not run by true americans and thats why we are sadly on opposite sides....regards to you and all true americans from serbia
There’s more of us than you might think. Proud ZPAP and M57A owner here; don’t intend sell either, ever. Fine weapons and great company. No problems with my ZPAP but did have a couple of issues with my M57A, and Zastava USA took very good care of me. Customer service is second to none. Anyway wishing you well over there in Serbia. I hear it’s a beautiful country. Hope I can visit someday.
I’m picking mine up today! Thank you so much for making this video. Felt like I was having my grandfather show me how to use my new gun. Really appreciate it
Hope you don't regret getting rid of this one! I would have at least waited until the sunset of the Serbian export ban to see what happens with these. They are such nice AK's and their uniqueness means there will always be a place for one in my collection even when I have other AK rifles
Have one and love it. Mine is fully modernized with a yugo magpul folder and midwest industries forend for force multipliers. Am a lanky guy and love adjustable length of pull. Have well over a thousand rounds through it without any failures with steel ammo. Above average accuracy as well.
Have been waiting for this one. Your methods have made my life a lot easier in the maintinence department. Thank you, as always, for sharing your knowledge!
I have one of these with the side-folding stock. It is indeed a fantastic AK in every way 👍Thank you, sir, for another excellent and informative video. Best of luck to you and the family.
I’m glad you were able to sell that, you are a wonderful person and remind me of my dad who loved guns and had a great appreciation of all guns.he had his favorites too
I'm thankful God blessed us with a wonderful person like you to share the knowledge you share with us and hello to Mr Benny he looks happy and healthy great to see you both doing well god bless looking forward to seeing you guys again soon love the videos
Owen Zastava Pitt, Combat-Accountant. This fictional character was named after his father's weapon (Zastava) that he used in Vietnam that saved his life on a few occasions. The book being "Monster Hunter International." Beautifully written, great story, great character development, factual weapons depictions and oh so humorous!
I bought this beautiful rifle because of your video. I honestly wish I had waited a bit, as I paid nearly $1100 after tax and transfer, but they can be found for $899 now. Regardless, BEAUTIFUL rifle and a joy to shoot
Looks like a great AK rifle that is well built. I have the Molot Vepr FM-AK47-11 rifle that is built on the same standard as the military RPK rifle. The Vepr AK47 rifle is more reinforced than the standard stamped AKM rifle. I would recommend the Vepr AK47 as one the best AK rifles, but the only issue is that the Molot plant burned down and they are selling them at ridiculous prices. Looks like the Zastava ZPAP M70 AK 47 made improvements to the design as well. From what I can see the sample that you have is in excellent condition and would make an excellent addition to anyone's collection.
It's pronounced ZA-sta-va in Serbian. (Stress on the first syllable.) It means "flag" or "banner" in Serbian. In Russian it's pronounced za-STA-va. (Stress on the second syllable.) In Russian it means a "small fortificaiton." How's Bennie doing? He's a cute little fella!
Really appreciate your videos and knowledge! I am not a Russian rifle fan but thank you for the video, I do know how the collecting gets and I understand why you must have wanted it!
Always a pleasure watching you especially that you remind me of my godfather who passed away when I was 11 I am 85 but never forget how informative and well spoken he was like yourself . Going to your site is like visiting a good friend, enjoyable 10:18 keep helping with the positive honest info God Bless thank you
Excellent rifle. Got one myself with polymer furniture. Would never sell it. My weapon of choice in the event of the doo-doo impacting the air conditioning apparatus. I’ve read that in Serbia, the M70 AK was nicknamed the “Housekeeper”…because if you had one, you could keep your house!
Nice AK sir! I’ve got a SLR95 bought several years ago it’s more of a safe queen lol maybe had 15 rounds through it. I bought from a friend NIB and low low SN. Always enjoy your videos keep up the great content thanks!
When Michael Kalashnikov visiting Serbia he shot from Zastava M-70 he then stated that he couldn't believe how soft Zastava M-70 was shooting!!! He said this rifle is mot like other AK variants!!!🤨🤔🤌
I am out of the running here seeing as I already own a Zpap m70. Great Gun very nice and sturdy. It's a bit heavy but that is to be expected with that variant considering how beefed up it is, It's almost an RPK when you look at its specs. The only other issue is that I've found I like shooting my SKS much more so I never want to waste my 7.62x39 on it.
Same for me: SKS > AK semi auto. Last round hold open (though the ZPAP M70 does too with the right mag, but most all AK47s don't), better safety and I actually prefer top loading, esp. loading single rounds. I have an early '50s Tula armory, all numbers matching. However I agree with the sentiment in the video: ZPAP M70 is probably the highest quality civilian (semi auto) production AK47 available.
@@salninethousand2496 I am jealous of your Russian SKS, mine is a chinese one that looks like someone fought multiple wars with it. I love the gun to death and it is completely functional but whenever I see a really nice SKS i can't help but be envious.
Sir I wish I could buy that beautiful AK from you. Unfortunately I currently reside in communist Connecticut, for the next 6 years anyway. I am moving to NH when I retire in 6 years. Then I can live free, and own beautiful firearms such as that AK!
Does it have a shepards hook (paper clip wire) inside the receiver or something more stout (Krebs retaining clip perhaps)? Nice gun. You didn't mention that the optics mount on the left side is proprietary to Yugo AKM's. The earlier version of this gun did not have bulged trunnion nor the chrome lined barrel. You got the better one. Someone is going to enjoy a nice gun. 🙂
beatiful gun ive got a polytech legend chinese but a really nice ak president Bush banned importation of them so ones that are here are all that are. thank you
I would love to have it but I have so many guns as it is. My wife would give me the evil eye if I brought another one home! That is a very clean rifle though.😲
i have this gun and i couldnt remove the top handguard. i tried everything. i even let my friend look at it that has AK platform as well, and he was confused why it didnt come off.
Iam not sellen my stuff it's a labor of love taken care of em I retire in less then 5 years iam n it for the long haul that's what I hate about the surplus corrosive ammo one or hundreds got to be taken all apart n cleaned well
Just recently bought a Zastava ZPAP M70 Walnut Furniture. Need to find a sling. One like yours would be perfect. Please share your vendor (if RUclips allows) 😊
Hey Larry, I purchased my Zastava M70 with the used / battle field pick up furniture, however it didn't have the sling mount on butt stock. A machine shop is charging $60, to mill the stock, to mount sling swivel. Anyway slings can be found at most gun shows. I paid $10 for the correct Yugo sling. Good Luck.
Is the muzzle supposed too be wobbly on this aka? I purchased this model but it got some what damaged when it shipped the barrel/muzzle poked out the box im not sure if they all come wobbly or it’s because it popped out the box. If anyone who owns this model could you let me know would be much appreciated.
Yes most timed AK muzzle devices index off of the spring loaded pin at the front of the front sight base and are not torqued down on the threads. Some wobble is normal
I view guns by only two parameters. I must like their appearance, and they must work reliably and accurately. In recent years, folks have been taught to believe that forgings reign superior. If a stamped or investment cast manufacturing technique has been proven to be rugged and reliable with no weakness over years of continuous use, I see no reason to look to a forged version. I've shot those Poly Tech guns, which are very nice (see that video) but the Zastava is distinctly superior in heft and ruggedness. Stamped steel is not weak. In fact, it has resiliency that takes serious abuse. They can flex and spring back under repeated stress, while forgings simply break. Stampings are used in submarine hulls, excavator buckets, truck frames, and snow plows. The Zastava has many forged parts where such toughness is required, but the receiver is stamped steel, where that's the superior metal for the job.
@@GunBlue490 Thanks for the reply and information, I agree completely. Thee wood furniture on your AK is definitely far superior to the wood on the PolyTech. When I purchased the rifle in the late 1980s I felt it was the best available at that time.
Imagine that he's going to sell it now that they're not importing them from servion the prices are going through the roof even though and 90 days from now they'll be importing them again
Sorry you have to start thinning the herd. But I understand it. And I’d love to throw my hat in the ring and try and get it, and or any others your may be letting go of. Unfortunately as far as cash flow I can’t. But even if I had the cash and could spare it, I could t own any like this one because I live in the Democrat run and controlled hole that is Illinois because they passed HB 5471. It’s in the courts and the Illinois appellate court which just heard oral arguments on June 29th, 2023, will most likely rule 2-1 in the states favor and it will likely head to SCOTUS and I can only hope they’ll take the case?! In advance, congrats to anyone who gets this or any other if the fine and I’m sure we’ll taken care of firearms that gunblue decides to let go of! And seeing your dog’s interaction with you,!really made me miss mine. :(
So sorry you are parting ways with the Zastava ZPAP M70. I'm sure you'll do well with the auction as they cannot import Zastava firearms any longer due to the Russian firearm and ammunition boycott. I have one myself with plastic furniture - certainly not as fine looking as yours. I also have not spent a lot of time with mine but am looking forward one day to doing nothing but shooting, cleaning and admiring my firearms. Great video!
I'm not fortunate to have your wealth in this economy, and with what I am blessed with, I must give to the needy, and pay my bills and taxes before the Lord takes me. God does not desire of us to hoard treasures on earth*. My children and grandchildren will be very well taken care of. *Matthew 6:19-21 "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal; but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal.
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Nothing like a man and his dog who adores him.
Im serbian and your second prounanciation was right, anyway great review and i wish theres more americans like yourself out there cos you remind us of ww2 America when you were the greatest country and period when Serbia and America were allies, now America is not run by true americans and thats why we are sadly on opposite sides....regards to you and all true americans from serbia
There’s more of us than you might think. Proud ZPAP and M57A owner here; don’t intend sell either, ever.
Fine weapons and great company. No problems with my ZPAP but did have a couple of issues with my M57A, and Zastava USA took very good care of me. Customer service is second to none.
Anyway wishing you well over there in Serbia. I hear it’s a beautiful country. Hope I can visit someday.
I’m picking mine up today!
Thank you so much for making this video. Felt like I was having my grandfather show me how to use my new gun. Really appreciate it
Me too
i just got mine last week
Hope you don't regret getting rid of this one!
I would have at least waited until the sunset of the Serbian export ban to see what happens with these. They are such nice AK's and their uniqueness means there will always be a place for one in my collection even when I have other AK rifles
Have one and love it. Mine is fully modernized with a yugo magpul folder and midwest industries forend for force multipliers. Am a lanky guy and love adjustable length of pull. Have well over a thousand rounds through it without any failures with steel ammo. Above average accuracy as well.
Have been waiting for this one. Your methods have made my life a lot easier in the maintinence department. Thank you, as always, for sharing your knowledge!
I have one of these with the side-folding stock. It is indeed a fantastic AK in every way 👍Thank you, sir, for another excellent and informative video. Best of luck to you and the family.
I’m glad you were able to sell that, you are a wonderful person and remind me of my dad who loved guns and had a great appreciation of all guns.he had his favorites too
Love this one video, your dog, your love to your dog, the AK47 Zastava M70, and your great work about guns. THANK YOU brother.
I'm thankful God blessed us with a wonderful person like you to share the knowledge you share with us and hello to Mr Benny he looks happy and healthy great to see you both doing well god bless looking forward to seeing you guys again soon love the videos
The M70 zpap is my favorite rifle I own. I would never sell mine in a million years. You should keep it!!!
Owen Zastava Pitt, Combat-Accountant. This fictional character was named after his father's weapon (Zastava) that he used in Vietnam that saved his life on a few occasions. The book being "Monster Hunter International." Beautifully written, great story, great character development, factual weapons depictions and oh so humorous!
I bought this beautiful rifle because of your video. I honestly wish I had waited a bit, as I paid nearly $1100 after tax and transfer, but they can be found for $899 now. Regardless, BEAUTIFUL rifle and a joy to shoot
$1200 plus tax here in Commiefornia. Pistol fin include 🤦
I got mine a bit over a year ago for around $1000 all told. Very happy I made the purchase!
I paid $1100 for my Serbian red Zastava on palmetto last year
What beautiful and brilliant in-depth review of this rifle. Couldn’t ask for more. 👍
When flipping up the gas tube lever, be careful of the upper wood hand guard. Very easy to scratch/dent it.
Protect this man at all costs
Looks like a great AK rifle that is well built. I have the Molot Vepr FM-AK47-11 rifle that is built on the same standard as the military RPK rifle. The Vepr AK47 rifle is more reinforced than the standard stamped AKM rifle. I would recommend the Vepr AK47 as one the best AK rifles, but the only issue is that the Molot plant burned down and they are selling them at ridiculous prices. Looks like the Zastava ZPAP M70 AK 47 made improvements to the design as well. From what I can see the sample that you have is in excellent condition and would make an excellent addition to anyone's collection.
I wish I could like this video 1,000 times. I keep watching it all the time.
God bless you , Benny and the family. Always very informative with your videos , thanks and keep up the good work and enjoy each day .
Hope everything is alright. We love you man. Fine specimen you’re selling
Will watch the video later but the Zastava AK's are some of the best import AK's in my opinion. They are tanks
If we had the time, we'd drive out there & buy that ~ this guy is the salt-of-the-earth
It's pronounced ZA-sta-va in Serbian. (Stress on the first syllable.) It means "flag" or "banner" in Serbian. In Russian it's pronounced za-STA-va. (Stress on the second syllable.) In Russian it means a "small fortificaiton." How's Bennie doing? He's a cute little fella!
Love the videos you and Benny make❤
Hey i just got my new Zpap Underfold thanks for showing me how to take it apart and put it back together
Great video and content.
I have one but haven't fired it yet because of acquiring enough ammo for a range day has been hit or miss where I'm at.
Got one just like it after watching your 1st review and love it.
Really appreciate your videos and knowledge! I am not a Russian rifle fan but thank you for the video, I do know how the collecting gets and I understand why you must have wanted it!
Mind that telegram scam.
400 yards is generally considered to be effective range. Typical 7.62x39 mm bullet fired from it is supersonic up to about 500 yards
M70's are nice. They are even nicer with a surplus yugo grip 😀
Always a pleasure watching you especially that you remind me of my godfather who passed away when I was 11 I am 85 but never forget how informative and well spoken he was like yourself . Going to your site is like visiting a good friend, enjoyable 10:18 keep helping with the positive honest info God Bless thank you
Thanks for the video! I didn't know how to get the dust cover back on my zpap m70
Haha I had the same problem at the gun shop today looking at my new m70. The gun shop guys were stumped too 😂 gunblue to the rescue lol
If only we Canadians could partake!
I got one and my Albanian friend says it is garbage 😂😂😂 but I love that rifle, my is a under folder.
All - This is the one to watch and learn 👍
Wish I saw this before I broke it down the first time, especially using the bolt carrier to flip the gas tube release. Did see that in the manual.
Excellent rifle. Got one myself with polymer furniture. Would never sell it. My weapon of choice in the event of the doo-doo impacting the air conditioning apparatus.
I’ve read that in Serbia, the M70 AK was nicknamed the “Housekeeper”…because if you had one, you could keep your house!
Nice AK sir! I’ve got a SLR95 bought several years ago it’s more of a safe queen lol maybe had 15 rounds through it. I bought from a friend NIB and low low SN. Always enjoy your videos keep up the great content thanks!
Wish i was able to buy that Gun.. Best of luck with selling it. Bless!
When Michael Kalashnikov visiting Serbia he shot from Zastava M-70 he then stated that he couldn't believe how soft Zastava M-70 was shooting!!! He said this rifle is mot like other AK variants!!!🤨🤔🤌
Might be from the extra weight due to the M70's being made with a thicker than normal receiver and bulged front trunnion
Like an rpk
@@XuroX. This receiver it's made for RPK M-72 original!!! Greetings from Serbia 🇷🇸🇷🇸🇷🇸!!!
Benny almost lasted as long as me. Good to see ya ole buddy. Hope the AK gets some big money.
Always enjoy a good Dog by your side and a Gun in your hands and living in the greatest place in the world AMERICA!
Nice Ak but the reason i watched was because Benny was there ❤️ he’s gorgeous. You both are really cool 😎
I am out of the running here seeing as I already own a Zpap m70. Great Gun very nice and sturdy. It's a bit heavy but that is to be expected with that variant considering how beefed up it is, It's almost an RPK when you look at its specs. The only other issue is that I've found I like shooting my SKS much more so I never want to waste my 7.62x39 on it.
Same for me: SKS > AK semi auto. Last round hold open (though the ZPAP M70 does too with the right mag, but most all AK47s don't), better safety and I actually prefer top loading, esp. loading single rounds. I have an early '50s Tula armory, all numbers matching. However I agree with the sentiment in the video: ZPAP M70 is probably the highest quality civilian (semi auto) production AK47 available.
@@salninethousand2496 I am jealous of your Russian SKS, mine is a chinese one that looks like someone fought multiple wars with it. I love the gun to death and it is completely functional but whenever I see a really nice SKS i can't help but be envious.
@@watariovids1645 Thanks! Wasn't worth much nor got much attention back in the day. How things have changed!
I bought 3 m 70s and m 90s years ago still have them. My grandchildren have put dibbs on the (12 of them)😮😮
Thanks for the video and the breakdown I just picked one up.
Thank you for the education
I’d love to have that my friend. I wouldn’t even want to shoot it cause it would be very special coming from a legend such as yourself.
You have two best things, Zastavin M70 and Breton :)
I love watching your channel. You are so knowledgeable
Sir I wish I could buy that beautiful AK from you. Unfortunately I currently reside in communist Connecticut, for the next 6 years anyway. I am moving to NH when I retire in 6 years. Then I can live free, and own beautiful firearms such as that AK!
Great rifle and video as always.
Does it have a shepards hook (paper clip wire) inside the receiver or something more stout (Krebs retaining clip perhaps)? Nice gun. You didn't mention that the optics mount on the left side is proprietary to Yugo AKM's. The earlier version of this gun did not have bulged trunnion nor the chrome lined barrel. You got the better one. Someone is going to enjoy a nice gun. 🙂
I have me one of those…. Did a chamber cast of it and it’s the weirdest looking chamber I ever seen.
Fantastic demonstration!!! Thank You
How much did u end up selling it for? Thanks love your channel
That canine is a very persuasive Salesman
You have great taste in firearms. I love the M70 AK.
Beautiful rifle, would love it , but I’m in Ct. and I wish “the Constitution State “ would kinda follow the motto.
Keep it. The bans are coming. At least keep it for barter down the road. Worth big bucks if SHTF.
beatiful gun ive got a polytech legend chinese but a really nice ak president Bush banned importation of them so ones that are here are all that are. thank you
I would love to have it but I have so many guns as it is. My wife would give me the evil eye if I brought another one home! That is a very clean rifle though.😲
i have this gun and i couldnt remove the top handguard. i tried everything. i even let my friend look at it that has AK platform as well, and he was confused why it didnt come off.
I presume that I answered that puzzle!
Iam not sellen my stuff it's a labor of love taken care of em I retire in less then 5 years iam n it for the long haul that's what I hate about the surplus corrosive ammo one or hundreds got to be taken all apart n cleaned well
Had a M-70 with underfolder and grenade launcher. Was pretty cool but that stock wasn’t that great to shoot with.
You are a man of great character
Just recently bought a Zastava ZPAP M70 Walnut Furniture. Need to find a sling. One like yours would be perfect. Please share your vendor (if RUclips allows) 😊
Scammer😢
Hey Larry, I purchased my Zastava M70 with the used / battle field pick up furniture, however it didn't have the sling mount on butt stock. A machine shop is charging $60, to mill the stock, to mount sling swivel. Anyway slings can be found at most gun shows. I paid $10 for the correct Yugo sling. Good Luck.
Is the muzzle supposed too be wobbly on this aka? I purchased this model but it got some what damaged when it shipped the barrel/muzzle poked out the box im not sure if they all come wobbly or it’s because it popped out the box. If anyone who owns this model could you let me know would be much appreciated.
Yes most timed AK muzzle devices index off of the spring loaded pin at the front of the front sight base and are not torqued down on the threads. Some wobble is normal
Firepower superiority is not semi automatic fire.. Firepower superiority was being trained when I was in service starting in 1970.
Benny is a sweet dog.
Anyone know what sling he had on that?
Beauty.
U have any old Marlin rifles like 30-30 or 35rem 38-55 444 Marlin 45-70 39A
should call it the Benny Hill show
What shoulder strap IS that
Thanks for the info!
Looks like a very nicke AK. How would say it compares to a PolyTech Legend AK with a forged reciever from back ini the late 1980s?
I view guns by only two parameters. I must like their appearance, and they must work reliably and accurately. In recent years, folks have been taught to believe that forgings reign superior. If a stamped or investment cast manufacturing technique has been proven to be rugged and reliable with no weakness over years of continuous use, I see no reason to look to a forged version. I've shot those Poly Tech guns, which are very nice (see that video) but the Zastava is distinctly superior in heft and ruggedness. Stamped steel is not weak. In fact, it has resiliency that takes serious abuse. They can flex and spring back under repeated stress, while forgings simply break. Stampings are used in submarine hulls, excavator buckets, truck frames, and snow plows. The Zastava has many forged parts where such toughness is required, but the receiver is stamped steel, where that's the superior metal for the job.
@@GunBlue490 Thanks for the reply and information, I agree completely. Thee wood furniture on your AK is definitely far superior to the wood on the PolyTech. When I purchased the rifle in the late 1980s I felt it was the best available at that time.
I kinda looked forward to another shooting video on this AK but it's understandable. Thanks for the video's god bless.
Great presentation!
Best to ya',,,,!
Great video thanks
Imagine that he's going to sell it now that they're not importing them from servion the prices are going through the roof even though and 90 days from now they'll be importing them again
Sorry you have to start thinning the herd. But I understand it. And I’d love to throw my hat in the ring and try and get it, and or any others your may be letting go of. Unfortunately as far as cash flow I can’t. But even if I had the cash and could spare it, I could t own any like this one because I live in the Democrat run and controlled hole that is Illinois because they passed HB 5471. It’s in the courts and the Illinois appellate court which just heard oral arguments on June 29th, 2023, will most likely rule 2-1 in the states favor and it will likely head to SCOTUS and I can only hope they’ll take the case?!
In advance, congrats to anyone who gets this or any other if the fine and I’m sure we’ll taken care of firearms that gunblue decides to let go of!
And seeing your dog’s interaction with you,!really made me miss mine. :(
Beautiful rifle...
What strap is that?
It's a genuine cotton webbed Russian sling. They're available on line for $25.
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I’m not I’m the market for one, but if you are, these cost $1,000 new. So, you can save a lotta money if you buy this like new rifle.
Milled receiver or stamped?
So many guns so little time to shoot
They are fun to shoot
What else ya got?
I would be all over these things if they had a bayonet lug.
the CA model has the bayonet lug. i just bought one and can confirm.
@@toji004I think it's some stupid import restriction law in the US
Hi Benny
Shouldn't be surprised that the land of Tesla would make a better AK.
R u selling it? I want 2 buy it
I has been sold. I will take down the link.
@@GunBlue490 do u have anymore u r selling?
So sorry you are parting ways with the Zastava ZPAP M70. I'm sure you'll do well with the auction as they cannot import Zastava firearms any longer due to the Russian firearm and ammunition boycott. I have one myself with plastic furniture - certainly not as fine looking as yours. I also have not spent a lot of time with mine but am looking forward one day to doing nothing but shooting, cleaning and admiring my firearms. Great video!
Zastava is Serbian, not Russian
@@user-jn2kr6ec6c So Zastava continues to export to US?
@@paul7754 No, Serbia is halting firearms export, citing tensions with Kosovo. The Russian sanctions dealing with firearms are a different situation.
Be careful putting gun links on description or you'll get a strike
I already declared it according to the rules.
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I wish it was from Russia I wouldn’t have any AK47 if it’s not from Russia they are the best and you will pay high dollar like $2500.00 $3000.00
Are you kidding? You have an AK47 which country are you
Don’t you have any children to give your weapons to? 🤷🏻♂️ that’s what I plan to do with 100’s of my firearms.
I'm not fortunate to have your wealth in this economy, and with what I am blessed with, I must give to the needy, and pay my bills and taxes before the Lord takes me. God does not desire of us to hoard treasures on earth*. My children and grandchildren will be very well taken care of.
*Matthew 6:19-21 "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal; but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal.
Amen!