How often do you re-lub your guns?

CapnMac said:

Technically, Hoppe's #9 is a powder solvent, not a lube.

I happen to use Tetra as a lube--it's a formulation of teflon in a suspension. I like it a just a tad better than CLP. I have late uncle who used nothing but 3-in-1, but I find the viscosity a tad too high for my taste.

As to frequency, really, "as needed" probably says it best. If I find something that feels sticky or not slick enough, it gets lubed.

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Hoppe's makes lubricating oil.

http://www.hoppes.com/gun-oils/lubricating-oil

It's too easy to overthink this.
After you clean off the old, dirty lube, then it's time to re-lube.

I will throw my hat in to the Mobil 1 ring. Seems to work very well in my 1911 and Browning

'Tetra' gun lubricant ruined the finish on the beautiful wood grips of my S&W Model 41. Personally I've found that certain mineral oil based gun cleaner/oils will start to become tacky and turn slightly acidic after being left for (about) 4 to 6 months on the gun. If I'm using a product like Ballistol (Which I DO use!) I make sure not to leave the gun unattended for more than 3 to 4 months at a time. (I've learned the hard way!)

The best generally available long term gun CLP I've found is Safariland's, modern day formula, 'Break-Free' CLP. When used in combination with a, 'Dri Rod' dehumidifier/heating rod which I installed in the bottom of our gun safe, a thorough cleaning and proper lubrication with, 'Break-Free' should be able to last for years — Many years! (Just make sure to keep your safe door tightly closed, open it as seldom as possible, and be sure that, 'Dri Rod' remains constantly plugged in — OK!)

My 2 carry guns, every month. {usually} Guns that sit for long periods? I have a couple guns that have been sitting for a couple yrs. Haven't touched them. Of course I don' tuse a safe so dampness isn't a problem.

I do a clean and lube twice a year, regardless if it's been shot it or not. Always lube after normal cleanings. I've used Hoppe's standard lubricating oil for over 30+ years and haven't had a problem when out on the field hunting, on the range, or on my gun's finish. I do used Breakfree CLP on my pistol barrels and just started using Lucas Gun Oil on the slides, with great satisfaction. They also get a coat of Rigs Gun Grease for long term storage.

Dr.Rob said:

I wipe mine down 2x a year even if I'm not shooting them. Not a full 'oil change' just making sure nothing is rusting. Wipe em down , work the action etc.

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This is what I do for guns in the safe, edc more often and my normal weekly range gun as needed

I go into my gun room every two weeks ,handle,admire ,wipedown and replace. My quiet time.

I store my firearms mostly dry. When I clean them, I use a protectant spray to prevent rust. When they are about to be carried or shot, I use Hoppes lube on the major contact points. Most user gun manuals have these highlighted. On regular carry guns, I relube them after a monthly light cleaning to get pocket lint out.

I lube my guns after I clean them. I clean them whenever they seem to need it. For hunting rifles I clean the bore at the range and fire a fouling shot before I leave.