Another Gun Lube Thread? Yes!

[KMO]

We just never tire of sharing the latest best gun lube we've tried, right? Well, my cousin sent me a spray can of one I had never tried before (or even heard of). It's called AMSOIL MP...

AMSOIL MP Metal Protector

So, I gave it a go. I would compare it to Remoil, but it is different. It penetrates very fast, and even brings out the fine grime that a guy might miss when cleaning (not that this happened to me). Anyway, I was impressed, especially with the fine film it leaves on the metal finish. No, I don't sell the stuff. I have enough to do. But, try it for yourself. Anyone else tried MP?

 

[texasgun]

No. I haven't. But gun lube / oil is generally the most overhyped and overpriced gadget people get. Rem Oil or CLP work just fine. No need to go fancy ....

 

[KMO]

No need to go fancy ....

Fancy? Hey, new technologies are coming forward all the time. Shall we never try them? Good grief...

 

[jimmyraythomason]

Hey, new technologies are coming forward all the time. Shall we never try them? Good grief...

The only thing one must remember about gun lube is to...use it. The best tool to drive a nail is still a hammer(newest technology not withstanding).

 

[Avenger29]

Eh I just use Hoppes #9 for cleaning and Valvoline synthetic grease for when I need a grease and synthetic motor oil for when I need oil.

Cheap, too.

 

[Lupinus]

New technology is great, but why bother just for the sake of new technology? And it's rarely in the form of a specific brand.

I'll stick to my hoppe's, CLP/motor oil/whatever I have around, and wheel bearing grease.

 

[Speedgoat]

Back 10 years ago when my family owned a gas station and we carried Amsoil products I got hooked on that stuff the MP-HD (comes in a black can) was good stuff, used it on the chain drive for my 4 wheeler and it worked good and I can tell you that chain drive went through some tough abrasive places.

That being said never thought about using it on any guns...

 

[texasgun]

"new technology"?

Lol... it's (synthetic) or mineral oil. been around for centuries. I think the last "innovation" was to add Teflon to oils.

unlike car engines (which are operating under much higher pressures and more wear these days than decades ago) ... guns haven't changed much at all.
metal pieces riding on each other. lube regularly and often with any oil and you are fine. heck - I would even bet that you could lube your 1911 with canola oil and not see increased wear....

 

[willypete]

"new technology"?

Lol... it's (synthetic) or mineral oil. been around for centuries. I think the last "innovation" was to add Teflon to oils.

unlike car engines (which are operating under much higher pressures and more wear these days than decades ago) ... guns haven't changed much at all.
metal pieces riding on each other. lube regularly and often with any oil and you are fine. heck - I would even bet that you could lube your 1911 with canola oil and not see increased wear....

Pretty much. Anything that will form a film and prevent metal-to-metal contact will prevent wear in a firearm. I usually use whatever I've got left over from oil changes to lube guns. A pint of synthetic gear oil lasts a really long time with an AR15 or 1911, and doesn't stink like dino gear oil.

OP, $6 for an 8 oz. aerosol can isn't a bad deal. I might check some out if I see it on a shelf somewhere.

 

[Snowdog]

I have been using Mil-Comm TW-25 for a while now and really like it. A little goes a long way.

I found it interesting my P238HD came with some TW-25B.

However, I can't say I had any problems with CLP either, which I used for years. I still use it to clean with.

 

[rtz]

How about molybdenum disulfide?

http://www.thektog.org/forum/f95/grease-255371/index2.html#post2229095

 

[jdooner]

moly

It's good stuff, I've used it rebuilding engines. Tenacious stuff. I was thinking it might be good on firearms but haven't tried it.

 

[Fishslayer]

How about molybdenum disulfide?

I use moly-graphite engine assembly lube on slide rails. It's slickery stuff. A very light grease that's formulated to meld & mix with oils. I like it.

No idea if it's true but I've heard that the moly & grahite penetrate the metal.

 

[bluekouki86]

I've had very good luck with Mpro LPX

 

[OilyPablo]

Amsoil MP is a great light gun lube. I've used it very often over the years since I do sell it! I use the Amsoil Synthetic Spray Grease - a great winter grease - but alas Amsoil discontinued it. I also use Amsoil Silicone spray.

That said I'm always using something different. Amazing not one of my guns have had one lube or rust issue. It's usually called matching the product to the situation (application) - and with most guns there is a fairly wide window of choice

Let's just say I have a vast array of lubricants.

Signed,

OilyPablo

 

[xfyrfiter]

MoS2 or more commonly molybdynum disulfide, will actually adhere itself to steel at the molecular level. As long as the surface is still black it is working, and it is almost impossible to remove. I have been using it for years on control cables and have never had a failure since I started, mountain bikes, and motocross and dual sport styles. All see a lot of friction causing dirt.