Can I Use Sewing Machine Oil on My Gun?

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Sewing grease is not your typical household item. If you’re looking this up, you are probably considering this oil as an alternative to your expensive gun oil. In this article, I’ll tell you if you can use your sewing machine oil on your gun and whether it’s a good or bad idea. Can I Use …

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Can I Use a PB Blaster on My Gun?

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PB blaster is a common oil used for loosening up rusty parts. Most people usually have them, especially if they’re into smithing. If you run out of gun oil and only have it, can you use a PB Blaster on your gun? Can I Use a PB Blaster on My Gun? Yes, you can use …

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Can I Use Motor Oil on My Gun?

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Motor lubricant can be found in most households. When you are too lazy to get gun oil or it’s not available in your place, you’re probably asking yourself, “can I use motor oil on my gun?” In this article, I’ll discuss if this lubricant is suitable for your gun and if should you use it. …

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Can I Use Vegetable Oil on My Gun?

A black and brown handgun pistol beside a brown watch and green bag on a brown wooden table

I have that time when I run out of gun oil and the gun shop is closed. When I have no other alternatives, you probably asked yourself the question, “can I use vegetable oil on my gun? In this article, I’ll provide the pros and cons of using it and other alternatives. Can I Use …

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Can I Use Mineral Oil on My Gun?

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Almost all households have this standard oil lying around. With your gun sitting around and thinking about whether to spend on gun oil, you’ve probably considered using this household oil. In this article, I’ll answer the question that’s been on your mind, can I use mineral oil on my gun? Can I Use Mineral Oil …

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Can I Use 3-in-1 Oil on My Gun?

A man using gun oil to clean his gun

3-in-1 oil is a common home product that household use for a variety of things related to maintenance. If you’ve run out of gun oil, you’re probably asking yourself, can I use 3-in-1 oil on my gun? In this article, I’ll provide the information you need to know whether 3-in-1 is good for your gun. …

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Can I Use Hair Clipper Oil on My Gun?

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In this article, I’ll answer the question, “can I use hair clipper oil on my gun?”. It’s a common question most gun owners ask when they run out of gun oil for maintenance, and the local gun shop has no supply. Can I Use Hair Clipper Oil on My Gun? Yes, you can use hair-clipper …

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Do You Lube the Charging Handle?

Adult loading an AR 15 with a well lubed charging handle

There’s a right and wrong way of taking care of a firearm, and new gun owners often struggle to figure this out. The bottom line is that even the best charging handles need maintenance. One of the questions many ask is, “do you lube the charging handle?” Do You Lube the Charging Handle? Lubing the …

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Do you Oil a Charging Handle?

Man oiling AR15 parts including the charging handle

New gun owners often struggle with determining the right way of taking care of their firearms. Many don’t have a clue that even the best charging handles need maintenance. One of the questions that inevitably comes up is, “do you oil charging handle?” The answer is quite straightforward. Do You Oil a Charging Handle? Yes, …

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Why Does My Charging Handle Get Stuck?

Man checking that his charging handle isn't stuck

One of the most common issues new gun owners run into is the charging handle getting stuck. Sometimes, even the best aftermarket charging handles get stuck. If you’re wondering, “why does my charging handle get stuck?” there are a lot of issues that could potentially cause this problem. Why Does My Charging Handle Get Stuck? …

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Do 40 Cal Guns Wear Out Faster?

40 Caliber Handgun

It is a well-known fact that 40 caliber Smith & Wesson weapons have high recoil. This leads to many gun enthusiasts wondering, “Do 40 cal guns wear out faster?” The answer is more involved than you’d expect. Do 40 Cal Guns Wear Out Faster? The 40 S&W cartridge has a heavier bullet downrange and fires …

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Will a 40 Caliber Pistol Kill a Deer?

40 caliber pistol with bullets beside it

40 caliber pistols are often used for personal protection, but those interested in hunting often wonder, “will a 40 caliber pistol kill a deer?” The answer to that is a bit more nuanced than you’d expect. Will a 40 Caliber Pistol Kill a Deer? Yes, a 40 caliber pistol has enough knock-down power to kill …

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