I agree that it can work as you suggest in that type of situation. And it's certainly better than nothing. As are many products. In a pinch you use what's available. But there are far better products on the market to choose from, that will accomplish that task much better. Plain WD-40 is about the best water displacement product on the market, for getting rid of water and moisture where you don't want it. In fact, it ranked as one of the best rust preventatives in Brownell's rust test. It's cheap, and can be purchased most anywhere, and in every type of application container available. Pump spray, aerosol, or in bulk by the gallon. And it's cheap too boot.
Granted it's not much of a lubricant. But it will get rid of moisture, and prevent rust. The lubrication and rust prevention market are loaded with products that perform far better than Ballistol. And are much cheaper, easier to find, and work far better. But if my choice is between Ballistol or a dry rag. I'll go with it.
Granted it's not much of a lubricant. But it will get rid of moisture, and prevent rust. The lubrication and rust prevention market are loaded with products that perform far better than Ballistol. And are much cheaper, easier to find, and work far better. But if my choice is between Ballistol or a dry rag. I'll go with it.