Which is best? [Archive] - M4Carbine.net Forums

Vintovka

01-12-13, 19:09

Sorry if this has been asked before, but I'm curious. Which of these options if the best "all purpose" product for a variety of weapons (AKs, ARs, Mosin Nagants, Mausers, Shotguns, .22s, etc)

Which and why?

VIP3R 237

01-12-13, 19:14

Best for what, Cleaning, Lubrication, Corrosion resistance?

None of your choices are spectacular in any of those categories as it is.

Vintovka

01-12-13, 19:49

Best for what, Cleaning, Lubrication, Corrosion resistance?

None of your choices are spectacular in any of those categories as it is.

Lubrication and corrosion resistance mostly. I use water and Hoppe's #9 to clean

Moose-Knuckle

01-12-13, 22:01

Your going to read a lot of good things about Frog Lube here.

Ballistol (http://www.brownells.com/gun-cleaning-chemicals/oils-lubricants/lubricant-protectant-oils/16-oz-liquid-sku982000003-22502-48119.aspx?mc_id=80000&srch=1&gdftrk=gdfV21820_a_7c187_a_7c3466_a_7c982000003_d_982000001_d_10192) an oldie but a goodie, especially on those old war rifles.

maggie06

01-12-13, 22:18

Ballistol for my normal cleaning and lubing needs. But I did mix some Mobil 1 and ATF that I will try in near future

VIP3R 237

01-13-13, 00:08

Frog lube is a great lube, but isnt so good on corrosion. Fireclean is my new favorite. FP-10, Mpro7, and Slip2000 are also excellent choices. I dont think you can find the one 'best' for everything.

maddawg5777

01-13-13, 02:45

I'm a fan of cheap and effective. I mainly use mobile 1 for every gun I own(cars too). I have other lube and solvents but they can be expensive compared to a qt. of motor oil. Then again it's probably just habit that my grandfather got me started on as a kid.

Alaskapopo

01-13-13, 05:10

bowietx

01-13-13, 08:25

Water will dissolve the salts deposited by corrosive ammo. Sliplube 2000 has done well by me and thus far I have not had any issues to report after several classes and thousands of rounds of ammo.

windigo

01-13-13, 10:09

I'm one of those cheap motor oil guys.

RMiller

01-13-13, 10:28

I've used CLP, then made the move to synthetic Mobil 1, then now use frog lube exclusively.

My problem with the petroleum based stuff is it burning off. The engine oil was more resistant, but I've definitely found my niche in frog lube.

Ark1443

01-13-13, 21:34

but I've definitely found my niche in frog lube.

Another one for frog lube. Sorry, I know it was not on your list, but do some research and you will see for yourself.

UCPOPO

01-13-13, 21:39

Im a G96 fan personally. Good stuff.

Zhivago99

01-13-13, 22:05

I use weaponshield. Works well for me.

maddawg5777

01-13-13, 23:33

I use 5W30 just because its what my truck takes and it works great on guns.
Pat

I'm all about saving pennies these days and while I'm sure other oils and grease work great, if I can spend money once for my wrx and use the same oils on my guns why not. It has severed my bcm and ak very well. Also doesn't dissapate as fast as clp.

SCARed

01-14-13, 23:11

Used to use Mobile 1, now I use FrogLube. FireClean sounds interesting though. I may pick some up, but I'm happy with FrogLube. So is the wife when I'm cleaning in the house.

shootist~

01-14-13, 23:54

Of the ones you listed, Break Free. The others are too thin and will evaporate quickly. Rem Oil is always on my bench for something quick and dirty, like hitting the exterior surfaces.

I now only use CLP to run a patch thru the C&R guns every few years, but I have a gallon stuck back for TEOTWAWKI. :)

enforcer22

01-18-13, 08:35

We use CLP. Mainly because its cheap and we get it in gallon jugs

twistedcomrade

01-18-13, 10:04

I voted "other" for Slip2000EWL. I like it and seems to work a lot better for my long storage guns. However, I still have lots of CLP and I use it on my 22s that I seem to be shooting the most these days. Still love the smell of CLP, but that is purely subjective.

מגן ולא יראה

01-18-13, 11:45

Ballistol or engine oil. No need for more expensive products for me since ballistol or engine oils work.

Bulletdog

01-18-13, 15:28

I've used CLP for years, but I hate that smell and it gets everywhere. Recently turned on to Slip2000 EWL. Supposedly non toxic, very safe, and holds up extremely well under high heat and pressure. AND it doesn't stink.

The Dumb Gun Collector

01-19-13, 00:03

Free lube followed by Rem Oil. I have been using it for decades and it is perfectly fine.

opmike

01-19-13, 06:02

I've yet to outshoot the capabilities of any lube I've tried.

Maybe I just suck.

Current lube of choice is Rotella T6 for no reason other than it's what I have on hand for the bike and its wet clutch.

GI_Jared

01-21-13, 21:41

I do a 50/50 mix of Automatic Transmission Fluid and 5w30 synthetic motor oil.

sjc3081

01-22-13, 05:32

Mobil One 5-30

Ryno12

01-26-13, 19:51

I've been testing M-Pro7 vs CLP vs Slip lately. To me, CLP seems to stay put better.

flub781

01-27-13, 00:10

I'm using CLP because thats what came in my otis cleaning kit. Once I use it up I think I'm gonna take a look at either froglube or slip2000

RiggerGod

01-27-13, 01:37

Definitely "Other"
SLIP 2000 products by the gallon! From swamps to the desert to rain forest and finally to the frozen mountains it has served me VERY well.

I am also currently playing w/ Froglube. We'll see....

Litpipe

01-27-13, 01:44

Slip 2000 and there heavier slip 2000 30. Good stuff so far. Burning through ammo and cleans well.