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12-17-2009, 01:32 PM
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To lube or not to lube; thats the question...
After cleaning; should I lube the barrel of my 686? I'm pretty new to handguns so forgive this simple question.
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12-17-2009, 01:45 PM
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If your going to store it for awhile I'd say yes,if it's you carry piece and you never know when you will need it I'd say no.
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One gunsmith friend of mine says the following:
"Bullets are not squeegees!"
Dry barrel if you're using it, wet barrel if you're storing it.
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12-17-2009, 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by 230therapy
One gunsmith friend of mine says the following:
"Bullets are not squeegees!"
Dry barrel if you're using it, wet barrel if you're storing it.
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Hehe good one. Thanx guys! I was just philosophizing, that a wet barrel might pick up more residue, thus get more messy when firing. I'll go for a dry barrel than!
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12-17-2009, 02:20 PM
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When done cleaning, take a fresh patch with just a drop of gun oil on it, just enough to leave a very thin film as you run it through on the cleaning rod one last time. Thats always worked for me.
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12-17-2009, 02:27 PM
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Is the barrel of a normal 686 susceptible to rust btw? ( under normal everyday use and normal conditions ofc.)
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12-17-2009, 02:49 PM
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Is the barrel of a normal 686 susceptible to rust btw? ( under normal everyday use and normal conditions ofc.)
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No........
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12-18-2009, 01:44 PM
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Is the barrel of a normal 686 susceptible to rust btw? ( under normal everyday use and normal conditions ofc.)
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I live in Florida, i.e. high humidity and sweat contact while carrying. Read this for more info:
Stainless Steel — Can It Rust? You Bet. AccurateShooter.com Bulletin
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12-18-2009, 03:37 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 230therapy
One gunsmith friend of mine says the following:
"Bullets are not squeegees!"
Dry barrel if you're using it, wet barrel if you're storing it.
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I like that one LOL....
Since I was 7 yrs old I was taught a dry barrel for shooting and thin coat of oil for storing, but some shoot with an oiled barrel.
I shoot with a dry barrel.
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12-18-2009, 05:03 PM
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I oil my barrel, then run a dry patch through it. For storage and for shooting. Never had a problem.
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12-18-2009, 06:11 PM
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Hi I use Militec-1 Dry impregnated lube on all my guns.It bonds to the metal using a sparing coat on all metal surfaces.All my guns function flawlessly,are lubricated,but never wet.It also makes cleaning a breeze.If you ask for free sample they will send you one.Once you get to using it you will be hooked.....God Bless....Mike
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12-19-2009, 09:55 AM
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Hi I use Militec-1 Dry impregnated lube on all my guns.It bonds to the metal using a sparing coat on all metal surfaces.All my guns function flawlessly,are lubricated,but never wet.It also makes cleaning a breeze.If you ask for free sample they will send you one.Once you get to using it you will be hooked.....God Bless....Mike
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Good one! I will look into it. Thanx for all your answers people. Nice forum .
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I'm with Cruiser on this one. Militec seems to be the new juice to use. Slicker than eels.
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oil of some sort and wipe
oil of some sort and wipe when using.
More oil when storing.
I have had 1 stainless s&w with rust spots inside and out.
I have 1 stainless ruger with rust spots inside and out.
I think those guns had had no care for years by their owners.
Stainless is very forgiving but it will rust.
They both cleaned up well but were not spotless.
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After cleaning; should I lube the barrel of my 686?
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I always do. Go with a light coating of gun oil, wet patch of oil followed by 1 dry patch.
If you go shooting 1 minute later, the barrel for all intended purposes is dry. If the gun is dripping wet, your shirt gets wet, so just a film of oil all over is all that is needed over metal surfaces. Too much is not a good thing, as it collects dirt & dust, just a wipe down with a oily rag.
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