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It's been a while since this has been up and I think that it has been archived, so I figured I'd redo it.
Important things can never be discussed too much after all. Below is one of my favorite pistol lube greases. Magnalube-G is cheap, effective, contains Teflon, comes in a convenient applicator tube, and can be ordered in obnoxiously large quantities. LINK to their online store: Oh, and here is a link to the original article: LINK |
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I always appreciated that lube article. From Grayguns right?
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Originally Posted By Hero: I always appreciated that lube article. From Grayguns right? That it is. I included a link to the original article in my second post. |
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Tack!!
Did you ever get a chance to post that second article about your recommendations for lubricating the rest of the sig? If so, can you edit this post to add the info. |
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The above post should not be considered and is no way intended to be legal advice. Please do not rely on any of the above statements and contact a personal lawyer before taking any action.
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Is Magnalube still giving out free samples? Got a tube last year with that, should last me another 5 or 10.
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If I was King of the World, things would be different.
And, then he says, well, I think we're at the wrong house! |
Friend of mine makes fun of me for how much grease I use. I find myself slathering Slide Glide all up and down and inside.
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Very good article. Thank you for re-posting.
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Originally Posted By FredMan:
Is Magnalube still giving out free samples? Got a tube last year with that, should last me another 5 or 10. They charge shipping for the sample now. I love the stuff until it starts getting cold. Since my handguns might have to stay in the vehicle they need lighter lube in winter. |
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Always side with Liberty, even when it hurts.
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I never apply grease, just good amounts of CLP.
What am I missing here? |
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"Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must, like men, undergo the fatigue of supporting it."
- Thomas Paine USMC 0622, 0628; 9901 in May (finally) |
For years I have been using common and inexpensive automotive grease to lubricate all of my firearms. I typically use a high temperature lithium complex grease with a GC-LB rating. I began this practice after I made a discovery. I am a professional in the transportation industry. One of my former customers is a major supplier of petroleum products and lubricants. I discovered that the customer was supplying several companies with inexpensive automotive grease which was then repackaged as "gun" grease which was then sold at a much higher price. Don't be fooled folks. You can spend a lot of money for few ounces of a "gun" lubricant, or you can spend less that $4.00 for a 14 ounce tube of the same stuff labeled "high temperature automotive grease", and you will have enough grease on hand to lubricate a large number of firearms and last a good long while. Like I said, I've used it for years. I own and shoot a variety of handguns and rifles. The wear on my firearms is very favorable with less than average wear showing when compared to similar firearms of my peers. Give it a try.
If you're unsure what to look for, ask for red high temperature grease. |
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Originally Posted By satellite:
I never apply grease, just good amounts of CLP. What am I missing here? Grease is better for Sigs, because of the steel slide and alloy frame. Reduces the friction. |
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Hansan: "This is a .30 caliber, gas operated, clip fed, semi-automatic rifle....."
Soldier: "Look, you ain't sellin it to me, you're only showing me how it works." |
Originally Posted By Dog1: Originally Posted By satellite: Grease is better for Sigs, because of the steel slide and alloy frame. Reduces the friction.I never apply grease, just good amounts of CLP. What am I missing here? CLP or another oil is good to use on the internals though. Grease is better for the rails. |
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Originally Posted By max229:
Originally Posted By Dog1:
Originally Posted By satellite:
Grease is better for Sigs, because of the steel slide and alloy frame. Reduces the friction.
I never apply grease, just good amounts of CLP. What am I missing here? CLP or another oil is good to use on the internals though. Grease is better for the rails. Yes it is..I use Mobil 1 synthetic. |
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Hansan: "This is a .30 caliber, gas operated, clip fed, semi-automatic rifle....."
Soldier: "Look, you ain't sellin it to me, you're only showing me how it works." |
can you tell us about the internal oiling spots?
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Great post.
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Originally Posted By LOMartin: Great post. Thanks |
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Why is this not tacked?
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Originally Posted By kingoftheroad:
Why is this not tacked? It is now.. |
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Hansan: "This is a .30 caliber, gas operated, clip fed, semi-automatic rifle....."
Soldier: "Look, you ain't sellin it to me, you're only showing me how it works." |
Originally Posted By Dog1: Originally Posted By kingoftheroad: It is now..Why is this not tacked? Woot! Thanks for the tack! Probably should add this one to the list too. http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=5&f=14&t=86894 |
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Originally Posted By max229: It's been a while since this has been up and I think that it has been archived, so I figured I'd redo it. Important things can never be discussed too much after all. Below is one of my favorite pistol lube greases. Magnalube-G is cheap, effective, contains Teflon, comes in a convenient applicator tube, and can be ordered in obnoxiously large quantities. LINK to their online store: http://store.magnalube.com/catalog/75oz-tube.jpg Oh, and here is a link to the original article: LINK I was going to order a 0.75 tube of grease for $5.99, but UPS shipping was almost $13.00 . ETA; Got it on ebay, two tubes for $17.00. |
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I run a minimal amount of CLP on my rails and inside the slide. The problem I have with too much oil is the amount of lint the gun picks up when carried under a shirt every day. I have over 20K through my P229 and haven't run into and issues yet, but I think I may give some grease on the rails a try. Good post.
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Tetra grease comes in a nice small tube with a small diameter applicator tip. I really like the feel of this grease, super slick but stays where you put it.
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Originally Posted By oldbones: Tetra grease comes in a nice small tube with a small diameter applicator tip. I really like the feel of this grease, super slick but stays where you put it. So far I like the Tetra grease as well, and for the same reasons oldbones just listed. |
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Max, what's your take on TW25B?
I know of a couple people that use it religiously, and it seems to work well for them. |
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Elaborate experience with large amount of SIG's has resulted in teaching others "the only way to get a SIG to not perform is failing to lube the rails"
Have seen it over and over. Quick check is easy. If you can't visibly see lube (your choice of lube) it's not enough. If you have failures check the rails. |
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Originally Posted By kingoftheroad:
Old thread brought back to life . I quit using Tetra because after time it seperates . Even the oil would get kind of chunky . I called Tetra and they said throw it out and buy new .
Originally Posted By oldbones:
Tetra grease comes in a nice small tube with a small diameter applicator tip. I really like the feel of this grease, super slick but stays where you put it. So far I like the Tetra grease as well, and for the same reasons oldbones just listed. |
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Originally Posted By satellite:
I never apply grease, just good amounts of CLP. What am I missing here? +1 been packing over 20+yrs. Clean with CLP ( Not much of it ) No problems with any of my handguns even P229 that I bought in the mid/ late 90`s |
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TW25B is good stuff
I used it on my M4 just to check out my free sample TW25B would be great for crossing rivers / swiming etc Navy Seal work |
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if you have several sigs and keep them loaded up––how long will the grease in the slide rails last in between firing?
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Originally Posted By togadelic:
if you have several sigs and keep them loaded up––how long will the grease in the slide rails last in between firing? I carry 24/7 and keep my sig loaded with 1 in chamber I have to clean my SIG P229 every single week!! Thats even when I aint shooting. Lint dust gets all over my P229 while IWB carry Add grease like above. No Thanks! |
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Americans love to fight. All real Americans love the sting of battle. - Gen. G.S.Patton
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Hansan: "This is a .30 caliber, gas operated, clip fed, semi-automatic rifle....."
Soldier: "Look, you ain't sellin it to me, you're only showing me how it works." |
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Hansan: "This is a .30 caliber, gas operated, clip fed, semi-automatic rifle....."
Soldier: "Look, you ain't sellin it to me, you're only showing me how it works." |
double tap
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Enough-you can conduct yourself with some decorum here, or your access to this tech forum will be removed-Dog1
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Because some people cannot leave the General Discussion mentality in GD.
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