Tag: firearm lube
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Understanding the difference between Gun Lube vs. CLP
For those who care to learn, it really is about understanding the Science. The difference between a gun lube (LP) and a cleaner, lubricant and protectant (CLP) comes down to chemical engineering design. LP vs. CLP gun oil applied to gun metal offers two ways to arrive at similar results. Grease type lubricant is usually…
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Firearm Maintenance Thoughts
Revolvers need carbon cleared from chambers among other surfaces, of course. Semi-automatic pistols have many lubrication points after cleaning, including specifically applying grease on rails, slide, connector and barrel hood. Cleaning and lubing springs is an often-overlooked good idea. It should be obvious that a semi-auto handgun is more complex and intricate than the revolver…