What gun grease do you prefer for the rails on your Sig Sauer pistols?

[Zaydok Allen]

He has seen the use of oil on rails shorten the life of frames by tens of thousands of rounds, because they allow wear through the hard anodizing on the aluminum frame rails.

Good to hear from someone who knows one of the pros/experts. Thanks for responding.

So a few questions and comments for clarification. I shoot an all steel 1911, a Wilson/Beretta Brig Tac, a Sig P220 with a an all steel frame, and a couple polymer guns.

Was Mr Gray concerned at all about steel on steel, or does his assertion about the benefits of using grease apply there as well? Of course you will still wear a gun out if you shoot it enough. So maybe materials aside, grease is a good idea anyway?

I will likely change over to using grease on the Beretta as it is an aluminum framed gun but I'm debating the other guns for the other benefits you mentioned.

So my typical range and practice sessions typically last 160 to 300 rounds per gun, multiple times per year. However round count never exceeds 1400 rounds per gun per year.

I'm guessing with proper care my guns will easily outlast me. I'm probably worrying more than needed. I appreciate the input.

 

[armabill]

I use Super Lube. It's a multi-purpose synthetic grease with Syncolon. It will not stain, melt, freeze or separate and prevents ice build up. It's non-toxic and is impervious to salt, water and road salt.

Will not harm fabrics, rubber, leather, plastic, wood or paint. Compatible with other lubricants.

 

[9mmepiphany]

Was Mr Gray concerned at all about steel on steel, or does his assertion about the benefits of using grease apply there as well? Of course you will still wear a gun out if you shoot it enough. So maybe materials aside, grease is a good idea anyway?

His background started back in the days when folks were building custom 1911s for use in competition. As he says, it isn't a matter of lubrication, but of hydraulics.

I'll also mention that it is very popular to use Brian Enos' Slide Glide on all steel 1911s (that is what it was designed for)...and it is a grease

I will likely change over to using grease on the Beretta as it is an aluminum framed gun but I'm debating the other guns for the other benefits you mentioned.

The rule of thumb is: "If it slides, grease it; if it rolls, oil it"

So my typical range and practice sessions typically last 160 to 300 rounds per gun, multiple times per year. However round count never exceeds 1400 rounds per gun per year.

That, 1400, isn't many rounds at all.

I'd grease it when putting them away and just add oil to the rails before each shooting session (it case the grease drys after sitting too long)

 

[Fiv3r]

I think I would be more concerned on what kind of lubrication I used on my pistols if, A) they were high dollar customs built to last generation, B) tight enough in tolerance that specific lubrication behaved better/worse, or C) a fleet of training pistols that will see higher than usual round count.

While I am very much in the slide/grease rolls/oil camp, if I managed to wear out a $500 SIG I would be OK with my investment.

I like my Teflon grease because it doesnt seem to stick to much debris, it's waterproof, and it's cheap at work. It also has a high temperature tolerance that doesn't seem to run or dry out.

 

[9mmepiphany]

I think I would be more concerned on what kind of lubrication I used on my pistols if, A) they were high dollar customs built to last generation, B) tight enough in tolerance that specific lubrication behaved better/worse, or C) a fleet of training pistols that will see higher than usual round count.

I lube all my pistols the same because it just makes it easier not to have to remember which to treat differently...plus I use them all the same

The problem is that I also clean my custom built 1911 with the same frequency as I clean my G34 or M&P9...granted I don't shoot the 1911 as much anymore, so it isn't as gunked up

 

[Eagle103]

More on the harmful effects of oil. Just enough to coat surfaces to protect from corrosion is all you should ever use.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

The rule of thumb is: "If it slides, grease it; if it rolls, oil it"

Roger that. Thanks for the advice.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

That, 1400, isn't many rounds at all.

I'd grease it when putting them away and just add oil to the rails before each shooting session (it case the grease drys after sitting too long)

Yeah, exactly. Like I said, they'll probably outlast me. I'm still in the phase of my life where I'm working 48-52 hours a week, and weekends get consumed by home improvements and chores. Sure hoping that changes when I retire.

Since I try to focus on my carry guns most, the others sit for a while.

 

[ATLDave]

More on the harmful effects of oil. Just enough to coat surfaces to protect from corrosion is all you should ever use.

What is the abrasive component in gunpowder residue?

 

[JTQ]

More on the harmful effects of oil. Just enough to coat surfaces to protect from corrosion is all you should ever use.

The "Myth of Over Lubrication"

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Larry Vickers was doing things in slow motion. What other evidence is needed?

 

[Maj Dad]

I have used Tetra fluoropolymer grease for over 20 years, and I use it on all my steel on steel guns exclusively. I have several others I use on others, M1s/M14s, GI guns - Lubriplate, Mobil 1, SIG's stuff they include with new guns (at least some years back), and anything that's handy, honestly. But I use Tetra pretty exclusively on my 1911s and most other auto pistols. You frequently hear the admonition, "the brand doesn't matter too much as long as you use something, but it matters a great deal if you use nothing." Here's a link to the Tetra I use; check out their endorsements:

http://www.tetraproducts.com/product_view.asp?ID=1

 

[WrongHanded]

..... I'm just curious what brand of gun grease you all prefer on your Sigs.

Apparently I use this.


Only the high-end fancy stuff for my Sigs!

 

[Walkalong]

The old standby has always been Lubriplate. He tells me that he has been very impressed by how well Lucas products seem to be working lately

I bought some Lucas Extreme gun oil a few months back and it is indeed good stuff. I need to try some of their gun grease. I have Slide Glide and Berryhills grease right now.

 

[thomas15]

I use slide glide even on my revolvers.

 

[Doublehelix]

I have a couple of SIGS, and several other guns including 1011's and a 2011.

I recently (last year or so???) starting using grease on the rails due to the SIG recommendation, and I find that I really prefer greasing the rails compared to using oil.

I have been using Weapon Shield oil for a while now, so I decided to try their grease as well. I love it!!!

Just recently, I bought some Slide Glide from Brian Enos, and it is pretty danged awesome as well, but it is pretty expensive compared to other options. I need to use it some more before I decide that is better than the Weapon Shield grease.