Firearm in Storage and Frog Lube

myongha · Jan 20, 2020

I haven't had much time to go to the range, so handgun has had frog lube on from 1+ years ago. Would it be a good idea to clean and re-lube before going to the range?

Hopefully, I wont get bashed for this question (apparently after I got answers on my first post years ago (didn't need to sign back on) members started thinking I was a plant or something--> just a noob st the time).

ohen cepel · Jan 20, 2020

I would as that stuff tends to get gunky.

Silverlax · Jan 20, 2020

ohen cepel said:
I would as that stuff tends to get gunky.

This

Doctor_M · Jan 20, 2020

I second that... not the best for long term.

crolfe1984 · Jan 20, 2020

Doctor_M said:
I second that... not the best for long term.

Would Balistol or CLP be a decent option for longer term storage?

atblis · Jan 20, 2020

Isn't it plant based and has a tendency to go rancid? Doesn't that form acids?

Bob A · Jan 20, 2020

I use Eezox as a solvent as well as a rust-preventive. It supposedly leaves a thin film of anti-rust coating as it evaporates. For safe queens a coating of Renaissance Wax goes on top of the Eezox.

I saw an amateur documentary online several years ago where a guy had a large number of steel plates that were treated with a large variety of rust inhibitors, and subjected to, yes, a large variety of corrosion sources. Eezox was one of the best, and it's been my go-to ever since.

rouchna · Jan 20, 2020

Bob A said:
I use Eezox as a solvent as well as a rust-preventive. It supposedly leaves a thin film of anti-rust coating as it evaporates. For safe queens a coating of Renaissance Wax goes on top of the Eezox.

I saw an amateur documentary online several years ago where a guy had a large number of steel plates that were treated with a large variety of rust inhibitors, and subjected to, yes, a large variety of corrosion sources. Eezox was one of the best, and it's been my go-to ever since.

This, this, this!! I agree wholeheartedly with Bob A’s comment :thumbsup:

Jimbob2.0 · Jan 20, 2020

Eezox of CLP. Eezox is essentially trichlor which I wouldnt want to handle every day but short term exposure with gloves and good ventilation is probably ok (not medical professional).

Only guns I use other stuff on are things with delicate finishes which I will tend to use Hoppes oil or Ballistol. Both reapplied frequently and guns are in very climate controlled environment.

Art3 · Jan 20, 2020

myongha said:
I haven't had much time to go to the range, so handgun has had frog lube on from 1+ years ago. Would it be a good idea to clean and re-lube before going to the range?

Hopefully, I wont get bashed for this question (apparently after I got answers on my first post years ago (didn't need to sign back on) members started thinking I was a plant or something--> just a noob st the time).

Why not try it as is first and report back? :shrug:

OLM-Medic · Jan 21, 2020

Art3 said:
Why not try it as is first and report back?

THIS

who cares if it functions well during practice? It's practice for a reason. Test it out and report back. Then we will all know more about how it will hold up.

OLM-Medic · Jan 21, 2020

crolfe1984 said:
Would Balistol or CLP be a decent option for longer term storage?

motor oil is all I use

Except some grease for pistols

Magnumite · Jan 21, 2020

Originally Posted by crolfe1984:
"Would Balistol or CLP be a decent option for longer term storage?"

Breakfree produces "LP" and "Collectors LP", both are of low volatility and cling/cover/protect in long term storage. This is because the "C" (Cleaner) substance which is solvent based and more volatile is not in the mixture. There are other similar products, some, like RIG, for extreme long term protection. I personally, have had excellent long term performance using the Breakfree products.

Baccusboy · Jan 21, 2020

I have used both Ballistol and Eesox on my guns, which go a year in storage while I am overseas.

Both turned out OK.

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