Kroil for rust prevention?

[smkymtnboy]

..if it's a hunting rifle just don't use it...it'll gum up your action slicker than -hit....especially the trigger....I found out the hard way in season...

agree!!

 

[cape cove]

I store my rifles butt down. When I want something to protect my barrel against rust I just put a liberal amount of Rig gun grease on a patch and run it through the bore several times. Works good for me. and doesn't run down the bore. JME

 

[PApa Black]

Curious if Kroil is good for the final step in bore cleaning for rust prevention or if a different oil might be a better choice? I know the Kroil is sometimes used in conjunction with JB Bore Cleaner to clean the bore. I guess its properties for penetrating the steel aid in the cleaning process. Just not sure on the properties for rust prevention.

It's great!

 

[Boatninja]

Whatever happened to Hoppe's?

 

[LDHunter]

Whatever happened to Hoppe's?

It doesn't cost enough to be taken seriously. Now all the fan boy cleaners that the gun writers and forums tout as being the next best thing are proclaimed to be way better than the old stuff.

Some of use know that Hoppe's Number 9 an excellent bore cleaner and can be used for many other gun uses but heaven forbid we mention that or we'll be poo pooed by the common knowledge people.

It also can be left in your gun's bore for long periods and it just keeps on working to help remove power and copper fouling long after application. Plus it's totally harmless to gun metals and provides rust prevention as well. Here is a quote from Hoppe's web site.

"Hoppe's Traditional #9 solvent cleans fouling and loosens abrasive dirt from firearm parts to prevent wear and protect your investment. A strong rust inhibitor, it protects your firearms from costly corrosion damage and aids in cleaning and preventing carbon and lead build-up in barrels to maintain top accuracy. It helps keep firing pins and strikers clean and moving freely to prevent light strikes and misfires. And of course, it has a classic smell that only comes with Hoppe's No. 9."

I've found all this to be true after 40 plus years of constant use.

Some of us have referred to it as "shooter's cologne" for so long we've forgotten the original name as Hoppe's Number 9.... LOL

 

[BillLarson]

When you use a lubricant in the barrel after cleaning, then stand the gun up in the gun safe, butt down, the oil will run into the trigger group and often will run into the firing pin hole. I have experienced light firing pin strikes on primers due to dried lubricants that have run into the bolt body, found on used guns I purchased.

Exhaustive tests have been done on lubricants and their ability to inhibit rust on small steel plates. Hornady one-shot lubricant won, and Frog Lube came in second. I had been using Eezox for years with no issues, but the tests proved that my favorite was far from being the most effective. WD40 was among the worst.

Moisture can get under carbon in the bore and pit the barrel badly, it is ugly when you see it.

You can upgrade your Kroil to a product called Free All, it is amazing to say the least. Free All is a super penetrating oil that has an ingredient that specifically targets carbon. Free All is available in a spray can and liquid with a trigger sprayer.

I store my guns muzzle down....

 

[smkymtnboy]

It doesn't cost enough to be taken seriously. Now all the fan boy cleaners that the gun writers and forums tout as being the next best thing are proclaimed to be way better than the old stuff.

Some of use know that Hoppe's Number 9 an excellent bore cleaner and can be used for many other gun uses but heaven forbid we mention that or we'll be poo pooed by the common knowledge people.

It also can be left in your gun's bore for long periods and it just keeps on working to help remove power and copper fouling long after application. Plus it's totally harmless to gun metals and provides rust prevention as well. Here is a quote from Hoppe's web site.

"Hoppe's Traditional #9 solvent cleans fouling and loosens abrasive dirt from firearm parts to prevent wear and protect your investment. A strong rust inhibitor, it protects your firearms from costly corrosion damage and aids in cleaning and preventing carbon and lead build-up in barrels to maintain top accuracy. It helps keep firing pins and strikers clean and moving freely to prevent light strikes and misfires. And of course, it has a classic smell that only comes with Hoppe's No. 9."

I've found all this to be true after 40 plus years of constant use.

Some of us have referred to it as "shooter's cologne" for so long we've forgotten the original name as Hoppe's Number 9.... LOL

yep, its got a track record! definitely not the latest whiz-bang!!

 

[MarkInPA]

The original Hoppes #9 is still in my tool bag.

 

[just_jon]

I think the smell of Hoppes #9 would make an excellent cologne or after shave. I would have to get rid of my bird dogs as the smell drives them insane.

 

[yobuck]

One of the benefits of reaching an older age is that you got to meet some of the past well known people.
Hoppes solvent was made in Philadelphia PA.
And Frank Hoppe was just a regular guy who enjoyed shooting.
He was a member of a small bore team that shot in the old Philadelphia Marksmans league.
As a young teenager i got to meet and talk to him at a match occasionally.

 

[cape cove]

I use Hoppes #9 for many gun related chores, just not for bore protection when storing the rifle butt down. It is a liquid and will run.