F W Klever GmbH Ballistol Multi-Purpose Non-CFC Aerosol Can Lubricant Cleaner Protectant 6 oz

I like Ballistol because it is safe to use and has many uses. The makers suggest that it can be used even on plated metal chrome, gold leaf, and nickel if the plating is not damaged, scratched and the excess wiped off. It is a a creeping oil that can lift plated metals plated by electrolysis method if the plating is damaged and or scratched. See their website for instruction. I think the product is wonderful and has a pleasant licorice odor. It dries and the lubrication is still there. I use it on locks and many other things. It works good for firearms too. Hickok45 is the person I seen use it. I now use it. It is great safe product. Ballistol is fully compatible with all metals including aluminum; however, Ballistol will dissolve traces of copper, lead, zinc, tombac therefore it can be used to clean bronze, brass, and silver. Moreover, Ballistol will remove traces of some metals (copper, brass, etc) from the barrel of a firearm for example, but it doesn’t necessarily dissolve the metals so that’s why it is safe to clean solid metal with Ballistol. Ballistol removes metal fouling from the barrel of a firearm for example by loosening the adhesion to the surface. It is a creeping oil. Ballistol will not harm solid copper for example. Just make sure plated metals are sound with no damage and or scratches to the plating. Again, one must be careful not to use Ballistol with electrolysis plated metals that are damage and or scratched. You can learn more about Ballistol from their Ballistol Material Safety Data Sheet. Ballistol is a lubricant not a water blocker and should not be used on wet electrical installations from rain or condensation. A short circuit may result if used on wet electrical systems. However, Ballistol is also an electrical insulator so it is safe to use on electronics.It is a good corrosion inhibitor, can protect wet surfaces, used for leather, and many other uses. The Ballistol website has more information about their product. It seems to stay put and lubricate.Explanation of electrical use: Therefore, Ballistol, in its non emulsified form, will not interfere withthe flow of electric current in electrical networks or devices. It will not normally build electrical bridges or cause creeping currents or short circuits to occur, even if applied directly on electrical equipment while energized. Ballistol should not be applied to electrical or electronic equipment while water or a high degree of moisture are present in the equipment.I think it is a great product.

great cleaner and lube. I have become a major fan

Great lubricant for firearms and cleans the bore as well. Works well on wood stocks and even leather.At first I found the scent to be offensive, but actually got used to it rather quickly....it's not the smell of Hoppes or Outers that your father knew well.My wife however still finds the scent to be offensive to her olfactory glands.

I bought this stuff to use primarily on my black powder guns which it works absolutely great on. After a couple of uses it seems to penetrate the metal and leave a nice slick surface kind of like seasoning a cast iron skillet. I liked it so much I have started using it on my smokeless guns too. You just have to spray on and let it stand for at least five minutes and then go ahead and clean like you would normally. It truly seems to work as well as any CLP product with the benefit of not having a strong scent as well as being non toxic and good for wood and leather. The same slick cast iron seasoning like effects work great on not letting smokeless powder fouling adhere to the firearm and it’s parts which allows for faster and easier cleanup the next time I shoot. The thing I don’t know is how well it works in the cold. I also don’t think it is as effective as some of the specialized gun oils and grease but so far all of my guns run great and have a nice sheen to them with just the Balistol. The fact that it has been in use and highly regarded since WWI has to say something about the stuff.

I have always used wd40 in conjunction with rem oil for protecting and lubricating metal parts. Have heard a lot of good things about ballistol, especially at how it’s carcinogenic free. Upon using it to wipe down a few of my knives, even while having the fan on pointed to the side of me to blow most of the fumes away, the smell is awful but the coughing and weird feelings I got from just breathing in a tiny amount is definitely not a bueno. Looked up how safe this stuff is and the chemical composition does indeed contain a derivative of propane which is a major respiratory irritant. HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO NOT USE INDOORS. USE OUTDOORS ONLY!

I use it mainly to clean my weapons, but it also works well on tons of other things that you’d probably use WD40 for.