Ballistol on wood

[Mike Breitenbach]

I just purchased a can of Ballistol, due to the numerous mentions on this forum. I have seen a couple of mentions of using it on the wood in addition to the metal. How many of you use this on the wood and why?

[Bob Jurewicz]

I have used it on both metal an wood for years with good results. I do not apply direct. I spray on a rag periodically and wipe with that rag.
Bob Jurewicz

[Dean Romig]

Same as Bob here.





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[Double Lab]

Same here. I wipe the entire gun down with lamb's wool impregnated with Ballistol.

[Bob Jurewicz]

Forgot to mention I also use it applied to a mop for the bores.
Bob Jurewicz

[George Lang]

Best stuff ever, use it for everything. If you read the info sheet you will see all of its uses including cuts and wounds, BUT DON"T and I repeat don't try it On cuts I did and it was like cauterizing a cut with a hot knife. I must admit tho that it worked after the tears went away. Again a great product.

[Mike Breitenbach]

Thanks for the replies. Excited to try the stuff (with the exception of wound care

[Bob Jurewicz]

I don't believe WD40 is intended or recommended for use on wood.
Bob Jurewicz

[Double Lab]

Nor guns.

When I wipe down my gun's metal surface I am removing any fingerprints or acidic oils from my sweaty hands, although I wear gloves. Just remember the blued steel of a gun is quite different from a wire nail.

[Bob Jurewicz]

Google results:
"use WD-40 on?
Accepted Answer: Firearms, Drive Chains & Gears
Firearms - You should never use WD-40 to clean or maintain firearms. .."
Bob Jurewicz