Most Used Autopistol Lubricant Poll

[Stealthfixr]

Like many of you, I've seen almost endless postings about "what grease/oil is best for my pistol". I don't mean to start another one of those. Instead, what I'd be curious to see is what you actually USE in your pistols, and which product has the largest following. That's not necessarily an indicator of what is best, but a start. There are so many options, and listing them in another "what is best" posting does not point someone in a direction; it's more confusing if anything. So, vote for what you use, and post the reasons why if you feel strongly about it!

What oil/grease lubricants do you use the most (can vote more than once) on your autoloading pistols?

 

[boofus]

I like the Rem Oil, but I also use Breakfree if I don't have any.

Rem oil doesn't smell as stank as Breakfree or Hoppes.

 

[Schuey2002]

What lubricants do you use the most (can vote more than once) on your autoloading pistols?

I'm using Militec-1 almost exclusively on all of my autochuckers..

 

[PO2Hammer]

Lithium!
Nothing makes a Glock trigger smoother.
Powder fouling also just wipes off any surface lubed with lithium.
Works at 20 degrees below zero or 100 above.
Doesn't flow away from where you want it to where you don't.

 

[sm]

Additions missed/ for considerations as well

TW25B
G96 Gun treatment
G96 synthetic gun oil
Kellube
STOS
LSA
machine oil

 

[Mastrogiacomo]

M-Pro 7 I don't use anything else -- no smell, user friendly, environmentally friendly to clean with. I use the oil by the same company or Cutters. Either does just fine.

 

[Bobarino]

i use Tetra on slide rails and guide rods and such and Rem Oil on all the little bits like sears, trigger axles etc.

i've never tried Lithium grease. might be good for those bipolar moments too!

Bobby

 

[WhoKnowsWho]

There are just so many choices, so far, I used the one that came with my first cleaning kit from Kleen Bore. But after that ran out, I mainly use Breakfree CLP. I have some M Pro 7 that I only use for barrel cleaning. And some Butch's Bore Shine for barrel cleaning too. And I have the sample of Miltec-7.

I used to clean everything all the time, but with so many pieces, and the fear of over cleaning, I clean less often now. A quick external wipe and that is usually about it until they get real dirty.

 

[JohnKSa]

BF CLP for light lube and corrosion protection.

Lithium grease for heavy aluminum/steel contact-like slide to aluminum frame.

Molybdenum disulfide grease for heavy steel/steel contact light sears, etc.

 

[Stealthfixr]

bump

 

[dev_null]

Breakfree and Ballistol. You didn't ask about cleaning materials so skipping those.

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[FJC]

I've been happy with FP-10 as a CLP, with Wilson Ultima Grease on rails.

Lube is not a religion for me, though. These products work well and I'd recommend them to anyone, but I'm certain that other brands are excellent as well.

 

[messiercat]

I'm with Schuey on militec-1. It conditions the metal as well.

 

[OF]

I clean the guns with breakfree, oil with FP-10 and then lube with TW25B. The FP-10 get down into places where the heavier TW25B won't.

...but I wasn't aware that you could use FP-10 as a CLP...I think I'll give that a shot.

- Gabe

 

[Chupacabra]

I use MPro-7 most of the time, but occasionally I'll give my guns a good blast of Breakfree.

 

[George Hill]

"militec-1. It conditions the metal as well."

Just how does it "condition" metal?
What does that mean?

 

[clipse]

I use it and Militec.


clipse

 

[messiercat]

"Just how does it "condition" metal?
What does that mean?"

George, according to the militec website:
"MILITEC-1 protects metal surfaces with a constant impregnated molecular bond of synthetic-based hydrocarbon derivatives which will not change any tolerances inside or outside of weapons. MILITEC-1 works within the molecular structure and micropores of metal and non-metallic surfaces of weapons."

I'm no chemist, but the info and graphs at the site make sense, and from first hand experience the stuff, in minute quantities, is the best I've come across.

Also, there was (is?) an ongoing controversy to say the least.
Over in Iraq the soldiers were getting killed because their weapons jammed with CLP (cleaner, lubricant and protectorant), and all because of bureaucratic stonewalling. Militec proved to be the best, pure and simple because with it, the guns don't jam with the talcum powder sand in country. stories:

http://www.sftt.org/cgi-bin/csNews/csNews.cgi?command=viewone&id=21&database=FTE Archive.db

http://www.militec-1.com/articles/sftt2.html

I'm not affiliated in any way with militec.

 

[roo_ster]

In an arid, dusty environment, the ARs really ought to be run dry ...or with powdered graphite. Any liquid oil/lube/grease is gonna attract dust/sand like flys on...3 day old fish.

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"Conditioning Metal"
Beware clever marketing.

I have seasoned (conditioned?) cast iron pots, but I am not so sure it would work on quality stainless/carbon steel or aluminum.

There is a case hardening process for steel, which hardens a few thousandths of inches deep into the surface.

Thing is, both seasoning iron pots and case hardening steel require relatively high temperature for a sustained period of time (among other things).

I am not slamming MILITEC-1 and have not used it. It might be the best thing since sliced bread, but it sure sounds like a marketing gimmick to me.

Final disclaimer: I don't think clever marketing is a bad thing. How else are potential customers gonna know what's out there & how it might scratch their itch? Misleading marketing, OTOH...

 

[T.Stahl]

I use Ballistol and BreakFree CLP.

 

[sm]

I don't have an AR. I have shot those belonging to others tho'.

I have read where Pat Rodgers suggests running AR and similar "well lubed" contrary to popular belief. He prefers a synthetic lube such as TW25B.

I dont' have an AR, I have never attended a training out in sandy /dusty conditions. I believe I am citing Mr. Rodgers correctly. If I am mistaken, I apologize to Mr. Rodgers.

I respect his works and expereince, I'm learning.

 

[auldpharght]

Save Your Money for Ammo!

I agree with PO2Hammer about lithium grease. It's inexpensive, readily avialable and a better protective lubricant than the products you buy that are made only for firearms.

Lithium grease is what is used in constant-velocity joints. Can you think of anything needing more adherence and protection, with more potential for friction and wear than a CV joint?

White lithium grease provides the superior lubricity of PTFE plus excellent protection for metal and moving parts. It withstands heavy loads and high speeds while preventing rust and corrosion.

Auldpharght

 

[C. H. Luke]

What's worked best for own use is Kellube.
For grease its TW25B.
Tetra grease is not bad at all but their new "oil" is lousy.

FWIW, If you contact Mobil thy'll tell you not to use Mobil 1 on firearms.

 

[PO2Hammer]

FWIW, Wilson Ultima lube is lithium grease. Comes in those nice little syringes.
Bill Wilson is a big believer in Lithium, especially on bushings, rails and lockups.
I use local hardware store brand (Victor) and paint it on lightly.
OTOH, Minnesota is hardly hot and sandy.

 

[Beetle Bailey]

I voted for Breakfree CLP as my lub of choice for my autopistols. Why? Well, this may sound pretty lame, but I use it because that is what the guy who taught me how to clean firearms uses. Yes, it's monkey see, monkey do, but I haven't had any issues with it, so I don't fix what ain't broke.

BTW, I use Tetra grease or the Brownell's action lube (the stinky cancerous stuff) for my rifles, but not my pistols. I think the Brownell's is a bit better than the Tetra, but the smell and the cancer part keep me from singing its praises.