Originally Posted by JHZR2
Originally Posted by BlueOvalFitter
I use this oil to lube my firearms if I'm not using the BALLISTOL.
I think it was member JRZH2 that suggested I try BALLISTOL. It stinks but works great on my firearms,
ESPECIALLY my AR-15's BCG if I'm not using my M1 oil.
It also works great on wood, small moving parts, and other misc. items.
I do like to use ballistol for a gentle cleaner, and a non toxic preservant that I don't have to worry about getting on wood. It's great for a wipe down on guns as well as other metal items (tools).
But lubrication is primarily done by slip 2000 for me. I do keep a bit of grease and other products I've collected. I wouldnt be afraid of using ballistol if I was in a pinch or forgot to prep before the range. But I personally wouldn't make it a habit, as I suspect the basestocks and adds in slip are better. What makes ballistol great is it's purity and ability to be safe against the skin (believe slip is also non toxic), but I prefer slip for lubing.
A can of Ballistol is always in my range bag for a quick spray-down after shooting. I find it helps to loosen the residue a bit before I give a thorough cleaning later in the day. As you said I don't worry about getting it on any wood.