Seperate Clean , Lube & Protection Products Users ?

[ChrisD46]

I started out using all in one CLP products - then really only started using a seperate cleaner , a seperate lube and finally a focused protection from rust product … How many do similar ? I currently like Hoppes / M-Pro 7 spray cleaner , SLIP 2000 / Lucas Extreme lubes and Eezox / Corrosion X for protection .

 

[BISCUT]

I've been using Breakfree CLP for decades for the majority of firearm needs. I use WIpeOut for decoppering and that deep clean you need evey once in a while. Recently was loosing accuracy in a 30-06 AI bolt gun. It was around the 800 round mark. Serious cleaning and decoppering and she is back to sub-MOA.

You mention some quality products but to me, it's like using HLP or Amsoil for a 5k run in a vehicle. "Better?" likely is better but I've never had CLP fail in temps about 20F to upper 90'sF. That's what I shoot throughout the year. From 5k 1911's to plain O'l Glock's, CLP does the job.

I do use Enos slide glide grease when my tub of Valvoline synthetic auto grease is toooo thick. I also use 5-30 motor oil in a dropper for metal slides to metal contact. Fantastic for 1911's and Sig P series type guns.

 

[Cropduster172]

I was trained to clean my State issued gun with separate solvent(Hoppes #9) followed by Hoppes oil. It's old school and I'm not sure it's any better overall than a decent CLP. Lately I'm liking G96 and Ballistol.

 

[Urshurak776]

Funny this was posted. I had a conversation last week from a Torpedoman 2nd class I worked with in the Navy several years ago. He said when they clean small arms in the submarine force, CLP is what they used.

 

[shortyb]

I was trained to clean my State issued gun with separate solvent(Hoppes #9) followed by Hoppes oil. It's old school and I'm not sure it's any better overall than a decent CLP. Lately I'm liking G96 and Ballistol.

Learned the same back in my 6-shooter days when I started in the early eighties. We transitioned to Break-Free CLP and I haven't looked back. Unless I have a copper, lead, or serious fouling (where I use a dedicated cleaner), it's worked perfectly. It's also part of my secret sauce for the ultrasonic tank. Drop an AR bolt group in, and it comes out clean and protected. Easy peasy.

 

[ATex7239]

I prefer separate. Hoppes and Shooter’s Choice works for me. Spray X Electronics Duster to blow out small cracks and crevices.

I do use Rem Oil on some things like my LCP cause I don’t want lint and other pocket gunk to get trapped in heavier grease. A nice light wipe down with some Rem Oil does the trick with that particular gun. I don’t shoot it a ton though so I’m not getting the gun super dirty or super hot.

BTW I don’t like aerosol cleaners/lubes as I’ve had them ruin lower quality plastics before by making the plastic tacky. Not a fan.

 

[burbguy82]

CLP is great for cleaning and preservation, but IMO lacks lubricating properties especially in dusty environments.

I would not hesitate to use CLP, if my life depended on it........but it is not my 1st choice

 

[Barry in IN]

I’ve used separate cleaners, lubes, protectants for as long as I can remember, except for a brief period in maybe 1984 or 1985. It seemed to me that Break-Free was the at its peak as a cool guy product at the time. That little black bottle was too handy and tempting.

 

[Astro14]

Depends on the circumstances.

Out of state, limited resources, etc. then a quick swab and wipe with the CLP I brought.

At home, time to do it properly, separate products.

E.g. I was in Colorado, practiced and then qualified with my issued Glock. Limited resources. So, when done I wiped it down, swabbed the barrel with a bit of CLP then put a few drops in key places and called it good.

 

[burbguy82]

Depends on the circumstances.

Out of state, limited resources, etc. then a quick swab and wipe with the CLP I brought.

At home, time to do it properly, separate products.

E.g. I was in Colorado, practiced and then qualified with my issued Glock. Limited resources. So, when done I wiped it down, swabbed the barrel with a bit of CLP then put a few drops in key places and called it good.

i dont think there is an "all in one" that would beat a specific product.

 

[football]

I’ve used so many products over the years.

I’m back to Remoil aerosol spray as my light cleaner. Then dry it off/wipe it off and use Breakfree LP (not CLP) as my lube. It’s heavier viscosity and lacks a solvent so it stays put for a while.

I stick with Breakfree CLP for .22LR guns as the solvent component breaks down the fouling and keeps them running longer in my experience.

 

[I<3oil]

CLP is great for cleaning and preservation, but IMO lacks lubricating properties especially in dusty environments.

I would not hesitate to use CLP, if my life depended on it........but it is not my 1st choice

We didn't have any issues with it in Iraq the 12 months we were there but that's obviously not saying much in the grand scope of things.

 

[JHZR2]

I was trained to clean my State issued gun with separate solvent(Hoppes #9) followed by Hoppes oil. It's old school and I'm not sure it's any better overall than a decent CLP. Lately I'm liking G96 and Ballistol.

If I’m really trying to clean, I’ll use dedicated products. CLPs may be really good, but it sure seems like a dedicated cleaner is likely to do somewhat of a better job because it can be dedicated to the task in concentration and chemistry.

But for a casual user. Without needing to do a heavy clean every time, getting some out with CLP, or Ballistol seems to be sufficient.

I too like Ballistol because of the non toxic nature for surfaces I touch, and I do like Slip 2000 and G-96. The Bore Tech folks are also great, IME. I’ve visited them before.