What do you use to wipe down your guns?

[John D.]

I also use Ballistol. Spray it on a rag - then wipe the firearm, both metal and wood. A little goes a long way, and after a few times, you begin to appreciate the "Ballistol Scent", which - according to my wife - is like the "Man Scent Fabreeze"..???

John

[Jim DiSpagno]

Balistol basic and original formula developed by the Nazis during WWII due to the scarcity of petroleum and their friendly relationship to Brazil and other S.A. countries. Use of citrus oils are the basic ingredients of the original stuff.

[Opening Day]

Originally Posted by Jim DiSpagno

Balistol basic and original formula developed by the Nazis during WWII due to the scarcity of petroleum and their friendly relationship to Brazil and other S.A. countries. Use of citrus oils are the basic ingredients of the original stuff.

I thought this product came out during the First World War

[Double Lab]

Originally Posted by John Dunkle

I also use Ballistol. Spray it on a rag - then wipe the firearm, both metal and wood. A little goes a long way, and after a few times, you begin to appreciate the "Ballistol Scent", which - according to my wife - is like the "Man Scent Fabreeze"..???

John

I've always loved the smell of Hoppe's #9. Would be good made into a cologne for men. I use a lamb's wool wipe with either Hoppes or Rem oil. Been meaning to try Ballistol. My Dad for his whole life cleaned both inside and outside his guns with Hoppe's and they are in pristine shape. I guess the moral to this story is don't neglect them, wipe 'em down with something and they will be read to hand down to the next generation in good shape.