briansmithwins
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In response to the eternal question 'what did the Sov use for AK lube' a guy responded that they were basically using hydraulic oil that's fortified with anti-corrosion additives. He also mentioned that the Aeroshell 'Fluid 18' is very close to the specs for the Sov rifle lube. Origiinal thread here: http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=4&f=53&t=104342
As it turns out, googling aeroshell fluid 18 turns up spec sheets that state that Fluid 18 is 'for use in the lubrication and corrosion protection of small arms and automatic weapons...' and also sources to buy this product. The place I found by searching had it at $25 per gallon, which is a sight cheaper than most gun lubes that I've seen.
Spec sheets: http://www.petroleumlogistics.co.nz/productsheets.aspx
Source: http://www.shellaviationstore.com/or... how=asp_menu
I haven't tried Fluid 18 yet, but when I start to run low on LSA and CLP it will be on my short list.
BSW
As it turns out, googling aeroshell fluid 18 turns up spec sheets that state that Fluid 18 is 'for use in the lubrication and corrosion protection of small arms and automatic weapons...' and also sources to buy this product. The place I found by searching had it at $25 per gallon, which is a sight cheaper than most gun lubes that I've seen.
Spec sheets: http://www.petroleumlogistics.co.nz/productsheets.aspx
Source: http://www.shellaviationstore.com/or... how=asp_menu
I haven't tried Fluid 18 yet, but when I start to run low on LSA and CLP it will be on my short list.
BSW