New girl, with a new 15-22!

[Lynn]

Lynn, try not to over-think the lubrication issue, you can save a lot of money by just using a quality synthetic motor oil.

I've been using Redline 20-50 in both my AR15s, the 15-22, both my 1911 .45s and my H&K P7 (and in my 1987 BMW) without any problems or abnormal signs of wear. I also use a white lithium grease on the areas that slide and that take the most abuse, as an added line of protection. The combination has served me well so far......and a quart of motor oil lasts a lot longer than the usual small bottle of specialty oil.

Many on the M4 & 1911 forums use motor oil, but you'll always find those hard-core types the insist on some specialty oil. The way I see it is that if the oil will handle the effects from a running engine it will handle the effects of a gun.

You make some good points there. I have long considered using a motor oil of some kind. I have read about, how many of you guys are using it, with no ill effects. I just might start using motor oil regularly. I know I sure would in pinch. That much is sure.

I am leaning toward Ballistol right now, because it is not expensive, since you use so little of it, and it has just heaps of household and around the garage uses. I really like the whole idea of a one step CLP as well. The other thing is, it is plant based, and wildlife, like deer, have even been observed licking at places where Ballistol has been spilled, also to no ill effect by the way. I bet they can sure smell motor a ways off, and I bet they don't like it. I do realize I may be wrong about that part. Just my thoughts on it, for now. For whatever it is worth.

I really appreciate you, advising me not to over think the issue, because I do have tendency to do that. So thank you, sincerely, for sharing your thoughts with on this subject Gunzilla.

 

[Gunzilla]

No problem Lynn, sharing info is what this forum is all about. I've learned how to load my 15-22 magazines from a couple of helpful members here!!

BTW, on the Rem-oil....it's great for squeeky hinges but I wouldn't put it on my guns. .....

My last thought when I buy gun oil is: "can a deer smell it?" I'm not a hunter so my only concern is does it keep the moving parts wet and slippery.

 

[Lynn]

No problem Lynn, sharing info is what this forum is all about. I've learned how to load my 15-22 magazines from a couple of helpful members here!!

BTW, on the Rem-oil....it's great for squeeky hinges but I wouldn't put it on my guns. .....

My last thought when I buy gun oil is: "can a deer smell it?" I'm not a hunter so my only concern is does it keep the moving parts wet and slippery.

Yeppers! This is place is great. I know I have sure learned a lot here.

Yeah, I agree, you guys definitely got me rethinking my reliance on Rem Oil. Now, I would not hunt deer with a 22, but I know rats and gophers and such can sniff stuff real well too.

 

[Joni_Lynn]

Lately I've almost done my deer hunting with my car. The vermin are everywhere.

 

[27 Beck]

Lately I've almost done my deer hunting with my car. The vermin are everywhere.

At least you haven't been touched by ammo shortage.

 

[Joni_Lynn]

The only thing worse than the shortage is the included increase in price.

 

[Lynn]

Lately I've almost done my deer hunting with my car. The vermin are everywhere.

Ouch. That can really cost in auto repair bills. We haven't seen a single deer around here. Now, before hunting season, they were all over the place. Maybe we have some exceptionally smart deer in these parts.

Be careful now Joni_Lynn.

 

[Joni_Lynn]

I live in a small town and there's often deer in my yard when I walk the dog in the early morning or late evening.

 

[Lynn]

It is like that here too Joni_Lynn, until hunting season that is.