One of those two statements is correct, I'll let you decide which one.
You're okay, probably in better shape money wise compared to those of us that have tried all the "wonder" products....White Litium grease
I've used everything from 3 in 1 oil to Vaseline to Mobil to KY. Each gun is different.
I hope this is better that Wilson's Tetra Ulti-Lube!...Hell, I needed a putty knife to remove it when it cooled down....Yep, some greases will harden up, so be careful...After so many trial & errors and practicing my garbage can throw; I use Teflon based greases on my slides and never looked back....recommendations for Tetra grease