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Oily residue on blued guns

elkdropping
Does any one know of a gun cleaner/solvent or lube that does not leave an oilslick looking residue on blued firearms? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks!
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  • Laredo Lefty
    Good ol Hoppes #9 solvent. It will remove oil and leave the finish dry after you wipe it clean with a rag.
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  • Bill DeShivs
    That "oily residue" is oil. It needs to be on a blued firearm to prevent rust.
    An alternative (IMO not a good one) is to remove all oil and use a good paste wax to protect the steel.
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  • elkdropping
    I guess what I am talking about is that "rainbow" of oily colors that leaves swirls and streaks behind. Thanks!

    quote:Originally posted by Bill DeShivs
    That "oily residue" is oil. It needs to be on a blued firearm to prevent rust.
    An alternative (IMO not a good one) is to remove all oil and use a good paste wax to protect the steel.
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  • cussedemgun
    elkdropping,

    Have you tried "Hoppe's silicone gun cloth"? Made for wiping down (removing finger print residue) guns after handling.

    They are not a substitute for lubrication, but for surface maintenance and appearance.

    Jim
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  • RCrosby
    Several years ago I conducted an experiment that involved cleaning some common nails then treating each with a different "protectant"; setting them outside exposed to rain, humidity, etc. and recording how long it took for rust to appear.
    As I recall, two of the worst performers were WD-40 and Hoppe's #9.
    One of the best, and what I use now, is Corrosion-X. I still use the silicon rags as well, but haven't actually tested them. They just seem convenient and I've had no problems with guns wiped down with them.
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