Can anybody recommend a gun oil or lube?

GreenLantern

I've been using the oil that came with my Outers cleaning kit and it seems like that stuff just evaporates after awhile. It's not uncommon for me to store my guns anywhere from 6 to 12 months between usage. And the average temp in my apartment is 70-75 and slightly on the dry side. I can't do much about that. Much thanks.GL

daddo

There are two I like. "Rem-oil" works very well. And for good protection- "Rusteprufe" in a jar and comes with a rag type applicator.

robsguns

For storing guns, Break Free makes CLP, its the same as what we use in the military, cant beat it for intermediate storage and all purpose lubrication. I put it on my weapons when deploying, and for every day use, and I never have a problem when I'm gone for a year.

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SSgt Ryan E. Roberts, USMC

GreenLantern

robsguns - generally where can I get Break Free? Hardware store? Hunting/Sporting goods store?

25-06

Sir, for rust protection, I feel that RIG (Rust Inhibiting Grease) is the best product available. Put it on a piece of sheepskin and wipe it on the metal surfaces. I have used it for over 30 years and no complaints. It will remove minor rust. Brownell's has it in sizes up to 1 lb. You can also apply it with a mop to your bores for long term storage. For lubrication, I like Break-free on auto slides, ejectors, etc. and Shooter's Choice grease for break open actions like O-U's on the hinge pins and trunions.

JIM STARK

I like TETRA-GUN comes in a yellow and blue can /tube.. liquid,spray liquid,or grease I use it on everything...It is a rust inhibitor and will also act as a mild bore cleaner...I think they're in New England somewhere..I get mine through Ellet Bros. in Chapin,SC.

110

You can't beat good'ol WD-40 for keeping your firearms rust free. Thats all use for external protection. For movable parts I was given a new lubricant made by Colt. It's called T-36. This stuff is great. I used it on several typesa of firearms from AR-15s to Remington 870 shotguns. This stuff is so and greasey tha t it will stand up to a almost anything. Good stuff if you can find it.

robsguns

GreenLantern, Yes generally you can get it at Wal-Mart, Hunting/Sporting Goods stores, Gun stores that specialize in it also. I cant find it right away on line, but I could order it from Northeast Shooters Warehouse if I needed some. Their number is 1-802-639-7012 Tues.-Fri. only. Nice people.

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SSgt Ryan E. Roberts, USMC

MIKE WISKEY

rem oil works great, as to reply by 110, NEVER use wd-40 on a gun for any thing but cleaning or to remove water. it is NOT a lubricant or a rust preventative (wd stands for water dispersant).

Teamblue

Go with the Break Free CLP. It has been shown in aggressive salt-water tests to be a superior rust preventative. You should be able to find it in any decent sporting goods store.

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daddo

Be carefull about using wd-40. It attracts moisure due to it's ability to attract dust-very risky on blued material. I've had metal actually rust that was treated with WD-40. It works o.k. on nothing-I don't buy it. I get a can of LPS.

JustC

wd-40 also contains paraphin which solidifies in extreme cold. We discovered this in the duck blinds some time ago. Also, it's penetrating action will ROT any wood over time. It is not apparent right away, it takes place over time which will cause the cracks you see around the stock where it joins the receiver and the handguard as well. You will notice a slight darkening of the wood in these areas, this is due to the penetrant getting into the unfinished grain from the inside.