Storage Products?

dgp42 · 03-12-2002, 12:43 PM

Are there any wipe-on,spray-on products to keep finish protected and bluing shiney that are recommended? My Lugers are displayed for my enjoyment. Thanks

Marvin · 03-12-2002, 12:59 PM

dgp42,

There are a number of good products on the market to do what you want. One of my favorites is an oil called "Clenzoil", another is "Break-Free CLP". Both are excellent products which will protect the metal.

For pistols which I don't handle that much, I use a product called RIG (Rust Inhibiting Grease). This product is a light grease which is excellent for long term storage. RIG also makes a pad which has the grease already on the surface, and can be replenished from a jar. The lambswool pad does a good job of getting the grease where you want it and into small areas. Most pistols which are displayed like yours will require a wipe-down just to remove the dust. It is amazing how dust will get on the pistols. My pistols are stored in a large vault on pegs and dust still gets on them. I usually wipe them about every 6 months with RIG. For my pistols I handle often, I use the Clenzoil.

If you ever want to store the pistols in a safe, etc., the best way is to coat them with RIG and place in a gunsack called "Bore-Store". This combination will certainly keep them from rusting. If yu are close to the coast, keep a close eye on them as the salt air can cause havoc very quickly.

Marvin

Herb · 03-12-2002, 01:34 PM

I have used Birchwood Casey 'Sheath' for years and have never had a problem.

Marvin · 03-12-2002, 01:47 PM

Herb,

I also used Sheath at one time and I had no problems with it. During my un-scientific test with the salt water spray, it came in a close third to Clenzoil and Break-Free.

In actuality, by using the salt spray, this is not normal except right on the coast. Most any oil will protect from rust, but some are a little better than others.

Another lubricant is the type grease used on the sliding surfaces of pistols and rifles. On sliding surfaces, if you use any type high pressure grease, they do well. One of the best and cheapest is wheel bearing grease and it is available at any car parts store. I have used GI Rifle Grease for years and never had any problems. Lubriplate is another excellent grease. Recently, I bought a one pound can of lithium based bearing grease which was military surplus and it is NICE. It is a whittish/clear grease and works great on the bolt of my M1A rifle.

Marvin

03-12-2002, 12:43 PM	#1
dgp42 User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Central Calif. Coast Posts: 50 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Storage Products? Are there any wipe-on,spray-on products to keep finish protected and bluing shiney that are recommended? My Lugers are displayed for my enjoyment. Thanks

03-12-2002, 12:59 PM	#2
Marvin User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Upstate S.C. Posts: 1,132 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Storage Products? dgp42, There are a number of good products on the market to do what you want. One of my favorites is an oil called "Clenzoil", another is "Break-Free CLP". Both are excellent products which will protect the metal. For pistols which I don't handle that much, I use a product called RIG (Rust Inhibiting Grease). This product is a light grease which is excellent for long term storage. RIG also makes a pad which has the grease already on the surface, and can be replenished from a jar. The lambswool pad does a good job of getting the grease where you want it and into small areas. Most pistols which are displayed like yours will require a wipe-down just to remove the dust. It is amazing how dust will get on the pistols. My pistols are stored in a large vault on pegs and dust still gets on them. I usually wipe them about every 6 months with RIG. For my pistols I handle often, I use the Clenzoil. If you ever want to store the pistols in a safe, etc., the best way is to coat them with RIG and place in a gunsack called "Bore-Store". This combination will certainly keep them from rusting. If yu are close to the coast, keep a close eye on them as the salt air can cause havoc very quickly. Marvin

03-12-2002, 01:34 PM	#3
Herb User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Utah, in the land of the Sleeping Rainbow Posts: 1,457 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Storage Products? I have used Birchwood Casey 'Sheath' for years and have never had a problem.

03-12-2002, 01:47 PM	#4
Marvin User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Upstate S.C. Posts: 1,132 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Storage Products? Herb, I also used Sheath at one time and I had no problems with it. During my un-scientific test with the salt water spray, it came in a close third to Clenzoil and Break-Free. In actuality, by using the salt spray, this is not normal except right on the coast. Most any oil will protect from rust, but some are a little better than others. Another lubricant is the type grease used on the sliding surfaces of pistols and rifles. On sliding surfaces, if you use any type high pressure grease, they do well. One of the best and cheapest is wheel bearing grease and it is available at any car parts store. I have used GI Rifle Grease for years and never had any problems. Lubriplate is another excellent grease. Recently, I bought a one pound can of lithium based bearing grease which was military surplus and it is NICE. It is a whittish/clear grease and works great on the bolt of my M1A rifle. Marvin