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MULTI-PURPOSE GUN OIL Reviews & Ratings

Originally created for military use, Ballistol has been used extensively in Europe for over ninety years to keep firearms clean and free of troublesome lead, copper, and powder residue. Cleans & dissolves traces of copper, lead, brass, and zinc. Lubricates and protects firearms, stocks, and barrels by leaving a film that protects against rust and corrosion that won’t gum-up or harden over time. Works well on tough powder residue and emulsifies with water. Mildly alkaline, Ballistol neutralizes the acids that eat away the insides of barrels. Contains no carcinogens and since it’s bio-degradable, you can be sure that you won’t have to fight a bad smell and toxicity.

Spray bottle attachment is not included with 16 oz or 4 oz liquids

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Reviews Summary

Ballistol is highly praised as a versatile cleaner and lubricant, effective for firearms and various household uses. Users appreciate its ability to clean, lubricate, and protect against rust, while remaining safe and eco-friendly. However, the product's strong and often disliked smell is a common complaint among reviewers.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Effectiveness

85%

Many users highlight Ballistol's outstanding performance as a cleaner and lubricant, emphasizing its versatility across different applications including firearms, household tasks, and even leather care. Its ability to protect against rust and clean various materials is consistently commended.

Odor

60%

The product's distinct smell is a frequent topic of discussion. Although some users eventually grow accustomed to it, many others express strong distaste for the odor, which they describe as similar to licorice or unpleasant sweat. This has been noted as a potential deal-breaker for some customers.

Safety and Eco-Friendliness

45%

Reviewers appreciate that Ballistol is non-toxic, biodegradable, and safe for various surfaces and materials, including wood and leather. Its eco-friendly attributes resonate well with users who are conscious about the products they use, especially in households with children and pets.

Versatility

70%

Many reviews point out that Ballistol is not just limited to firearms but is also effective for cleaning and lubricating other tools and items around the home, such as locks and hinges. This multifaceted utility adds to its appeal as a staple product for various cleaning tasks.

Historical Significance

30%

The product’s origin and history, particularly its development for the German military, lend it an interesting background that some consumers value. Users appreciate knowing that it has been time-tested through decades of use in various scenarios, adding to its credibility.

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Classic And Effective All-In-One CLP

I've been using Ballistol to clean, lubricate and protect my firearms (and knives!) for decades. Its safe to use on steel and polymer firearms, glass optics and wood stocks. Its a classic non-toxic all-in-one cleaning and lubricating product...with a couple of caveats. Its fantastic at protecting your firearm from corrosion and rust. It seeps into metal, wood and plastic and leaves a protective finish (but will eat away at gold or silver). Its great for cleaning carbon and corrosive gun powder but you will need a dedicated copper cleaner for stubborn copper fouling. As a lubricant its good for pistols and bolt-action rifles but a high-heat and friction semi-auto rifle like an AR definitely needs a synthetic oil or grease since Ballistol will burn off rather quickly. The other big negative is the smell which comes from its plant oils. It smells like licorice (or Jagermeister) which a lot of people absolutely hate! This is a deal breaker for many otherwise a great product especially for the first-time gun owner.

Great overall product

Ballistol is a terrific gun cleaner and lubricant. The only criticism I have is with the aerosol tube - it doesn't easily fit into the spray nozzle.

Ballistol aerosol format

Ballistol is a top-notch product. I've used it off & on since around 1997 with no problems or issues. In the late 1990s, I used a can of Ballistol to clean & restore my cousin's used, rusted out Remington 1100 12ga shotgun to like-new condition. It's non-toxic, CFC free, safe to use with bare hands, and has a light pine tree scent. Ballistol is great as a firearm CLP or for general use by a armed professional(LE, corrections, private security, armed forces). It's handy for the shop or home too. The only real - thing about Ballistol is that it doesn't come in larger spray sizes(10oz, 12oz, etc). It also may be hard to purchase in some US locations but you can buy it online. Overall, Ballistol is worth the $$$ to any hunter, camper or gun owner.

Ballistol

Smells/stinks, otherwise a great cleaner.

Good stuff

This product is very over-rated, but I gotta admit its good stuff.

Nice CLP

I have to say for like a 30+ year old product it is still up to the task of cleaning todays firearms. I like this product more for cleaning then breakfree CLP. Can you use this product as a lube only? I wouldn't go that far but as a cleaner and rust proventor it does work good! A must have in any cleaning kit.

Good product

This product does a great job at cleaning, and they say its a rust protecting too, I will agree to a point that this lube doesnt seem to stay on for very long, thats the only reason it didnt get 5 stars from me. Other wise a great product, does have a smell though

good 'nuff 4 Wehrmact, good nuff 4 me!

My understanding is that this came about as a bore cleaner/preservative for the German Army pre-war. I have used it with black powder, corr primers, etc. It seems to do as claimed. Also will clean tarnish from metals! They used to say it made your bore as clean "as an operating theater." Also good for preserving leather!