What oil is best for inside of barrels after a cleaning?

[wonderman4]

Over 55 years of reloading and shooting, I have used quite a few lubricants.

So far, IMO, Slip 2000 Gun Lube is the best. Again, in my opinion, FWIW.

 

[Varmint Hunter]

Hornady One Shot - among best rust protection & lubrication. After cleaning bore, a patch sprayed with One Shot always removes more black stuff.

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Based on that experiment, I'd say that Frog Lube was #1 overall.

 

[jedimonkey]

Boeshield T-9

 

[Noidly1]

If you are just storing,, use any oil that won't gum up, or ooze out, after time.
If you are cleaning for a new shoot, I recommend an automotive "Break-in" oil that is high in Zinc(ZDDP) to help reduce copper fouling.

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For the car guys on here, https://bobistheoilguy.com/ has all the info you would ever need to know about automotive oils and fluids.
He has a very good forum as well as one section for firearms... https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/forums/firearms-lubes-cleaners-maintenance.38/
jm2c... Enjoy!

 

[jessej]

For small calibers, 0w20 Mobil 1.
For 284-338, 10w40.
For 375 and larger, 20w50.

For longer intervals between oiling, use the synthetic.





It was funnier when I thought it.

 

[dustbag]

I hope so!!

 

[dustbag]

I did giggle BTW

 

[Noidly1]

For small calibers, 0w20 Mobil 1.
For 284-338, 10w40.
For 375 and larger, 20w50.

For longer intervals between oiling, use the synthetic.

It was funnier when I thought it.

I guess I deserve that. That is funny tho. LOL

 

[jessej]

kroil is mighty good stuff.

 

[okie man]

Tsi-301 is an amazing oil. For years I've used nothing more than some synthetic motor oil.

 

[Muley Madness]

If you are just storing,, use any oil that won't gum up, or ooze out, after time.
If you are cleaning for a new shoot, I recommend an automotive "Break-in" oil that is high in Zinc(ZDDP) to help reduce copper fouling.

Break-In Oils - Engine Builder Magazine

Proven concept: Break-in oils show superior results over typical gasoline or diesel engine oils. Stock up your favorite brand now!

www.enginebuildermag.com

For the car guys on here, https://bobistheoilguy.com/ has all the info you would ever need to know about automotive oils and fluids.
He has a very good forum as well as one section for firearms... https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/forums/firearms-lubes-cleaners-maintenance.38/
jm2c... Enjoy!

I have done this for years and it works great.

 

[Ol' Red]

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Long term storage any of the new synthetic greases.

That was a long time between seasons. Or was that a pause for dramatic effect?

 

[ElCazador]

I have used many different oils over the years and have found that they all have prevented rusting. I've never once had a rusty barrel after using any oil including even the inexpensive old stand-bys like Hoppe's or Rem Oil. I always scope my barrels before I shoot them and after I clean them - some rifles have not only gone months but a couple years without being fired. The oils I use most now are KG-4 and Montana X-treme but also have Lucas and use that too. Short answer - what ever oil is on my bench at any time. I've not noticed any difference between any of these for just protecting barrels when not in use.

 

[338 dude]

Has anybody tried these?