JD1037 125 Posted June 16, 2017 I finally cleaned my shotgun from the last shoot out. Got sick of listening to Zeke whine. Instantly remembered why I don't like it .... it's the BALLISTOL !!! It burns my throat and smells like some weird conglomeration of moldy rye bread, black licorice and ass. Need a new plan... what do you guys use? 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
capt14k 2,051 Posted June 16, 2017 Hoppes. I also like Ballistol. On newer shotgun I would use Slip 2000 cleaner and lubricant. Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tattooo 220 Posted June 16, 2017 Hoppes is like cologne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
High Exposure 5,635 Posted June 16, 2017 Slip 2000 products: http://www.slip2000.com/ Non toxic No odor Works great 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldguysrule649 397 Posted June 16, 2017 For most of my firearm cleaning, I use Ballistol. Also use Hoppes #9, mainly on my shotgun but only in the garage, not in the house due to it's much stronger smell. I also use Ballistol on the exterior of my Glocks metal surfaces and like how it leaves the finish. While Ballistol does have an odd smell it doesnt stink up the house. Never bothered me in any way. I don't wear nitrile gloves when using Ballistol. I do when using Hoppes. For lubrication after cleaning, I use Hoppes Synthetic Oil in a needle nose small bottle. Lastly, I use only Slip2000 on my JR Carbine since the manufacturer specifically recommends it. If I had to pick just one for everything, it would be Ballistol. It is also safe on all finishes including wood, nickel, chrome, etc. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted June 16, 2017 You are correct. It does smell like ass or some disgusting chemical smell.Been using G96 for decades. Has pleasant smell, (Sort of like a vanilla), and never had a prob with any of my weapons. Cleans, Lubes and Protects.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JD1037 125 Posted June 16, 2017 6 hours ago, tattooo said: Hoppes is like cologne and how's that working out for you lmao Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishnut 2,358 Posted June 16, 2017 Another +1 for slip2000. For the guns I clean. My mossberg 500 is still in the gun rack in my truck and hasn't been cleaned. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Howard 538 Posted June 16, 2017 I love the smell of Ballistol ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted June 16, 2017 14 minutes ago, Howard said: I love the smell of Ballistol ! You've been sniffing too much arse in the locker room. lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatty 241 Posted June 16, 2017 ballistol + FP10 or TW25B ballistol does smell like crap, but it's one of the safest cleaner/lubes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amish869 6 Posted June 16, 2017 Eds' Red = its a home made brew that works for me. Very cheap just like me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
checko 180 Posted June 16, 2017 i use slips to clean and slips or froglube to lube Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tattooo 220 Posted June 16, 2017 and how's that working out for you lmaoI like it.....the wife not so much....lol 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rational-Pessimist 0 Posted June 16, 2017 I use Weapon Shield, it's on the pricier side. However #1, it doesn't smell, and #2 the Grease which I use more than the other products stays in place and does drip all over my guns Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Glock guy 1,125 Posted June 16, 2017 Haven't heard anyone mention Break-Free CLP. I've used that frequently for years, and it seems to work OK. (I also use Ballistol and Hoppes at times.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishnut 2,358 Posted June 16, 2017 2 hours ago, Old Glock guy said: Haven't heard anyone mention Break-Free CLP. I've used that frequently for years, and it seems to work OK. (I also use Ballistol and Hoppes at times.) When I hunt in the rain I soak my whole shotgun in CLP and then wipe it all off and call it good when I get home. It floats out the water pretty well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Rizzo 59 Posted June 16, 2017 Ballistol... I put that sh*t on everything! No joke.. I use it all over the house, the garage, etc, good stuff. On the firearms I also use Hoppes #9, G96 and Tetra grease. 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSD1026 48 Posted June 16, 2017 balllistol has a................ unique............ smell.. but i dont consider it nearly as bad as hoppes #9.... that said, i dont use it much anymore.. i tend to use mpro7 cleaner... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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Zeke 5,504 Posted June 16, 2017 21 hours ago, Mrs.Zeke said: I finally cleaned my shotgun from the last shoot out. Got sick of listening to Zeke whine. Instantly remembered why I don't like it .... it's the BALLISTOL !!! It burns my throat and smells like some weird conglomeration of moldy rye bread, black licorice and ass. Need a new plan... what do you guys use? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted June 17, 2017 Lmao! Howz that bus feel on top of ya?[emoji23]Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke 5,504 Posted June 17, 2017 21 minutes ago, bhunted said: Lmao! Howz that bus feel on top of ya? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I was jus gonna post how I use balistol like most of the posters here. Fine, whatev MrsZ use HE's stuff! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kman 56 Posted June 17, 2017 WD40 to clean, Rem Oil to lubricate. Mobil 1 for when thicker oil is needed. No smells. Nothing cleans a barrel better than WD40 if you are not concerned with copper. Just spray it in there to soak a bit. Pay no attention to the WD40 haters!Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Schrödinger's cat 87 Posted June 18, 2017 I've seen pictures and read what can happen if you use WD-40 and then not use the gun in a while, and I'd never try something like that. and I'm out. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GRIZ 3,365 Posted June 18, 2017 WD40 will gum up like regular oil if left on a gun for some time. It is great for what it was designed for...displacing water. I use it to flush out guns if they've been drenched, submerged, etc. I then use brakekleen to flush out the WD40 and lube as normal. What I use for general cleaning: G96- an old school clp and works well for quick cleans. Ballistol- on wood stocked guns where you can't remove the metal from the wood easily like lever actions. Hoppes #9 or GI bore cleaner for solvent. Hoppes better on lead IMO. Lube- old formula Break Free with PTFE for general use. Dr Slide on AR innards. Protectorant- Break Free Grease- only on Garands, Mobil 1. The lubes and grease I use can be applied, the gun put away, and it's ready to go a year or two later. No humming or hardening. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted June 18, 2017 I've seen pictures and read what can happen if you use WD-40 and then not use the gun in a while, and I'd never try something like that. and I'm out......also, if it gets on the ammo, been known to rot the primers out. (Old hearsay from yester-year)...Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GRIZ 3,365 Posted June 18, 2017 3 hours ago, bhunted said: .....also, if it gets on the ammo, been known to rot the primers out. (Old hearsay from yester-year)... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I tested several lubricants and solvents directly into primed cases some time ago and left to sit for 24 hours. The only one to kill every primer was WD40. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted June 18, 2017 I tested several lubricants and solvents directly into primed cases some time ago and left to sit for 24 hours. The only one to kill every primer was WD40. Thanks for the confirmation.When we use to carry wheel guns years ago...they warned us about WD40 being left in or on weapons. It may clean well. But there are many better solutions these days.I Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kman 56 Posted June 19, 2017 50 years using WD40 to clean guns, no problem: https://www.theboxotruth.com/educational-zone-46-cleaning-and-lubricating-a-revolver/ WD40 pooled on the primers of loaded ammo for 6 straight weeks, no problem: https://www.theboxotruth.com/the-box-o-truth-39-oil-vs-primers/ Sure, you hose down a gun with WD40 and never wipe any of it off, let it accumulate in the action and on the moving parts, and do that repeatedly for years and years, letting it build up and never cleaning anything off, as some fudds have done in the past with their deer rifles and and the revolver they keep in their drawer, it will accumulate and gum up everything - as will just about any other product if you slather it on like that. I myself for years recoiled in horror at the idea of using WD40 on my guns, because of what I read over and over again on the internet. WD40 on my guns? Perish the thought - they will be ruined! Ruined!!! Fear not! The stuff works great!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites